Business Details
27 Years
experience
Professional Psychological Evaluations for Public Safety Agencies
Public Safety Psychology has been delivering specialized psychological evaluations for public safety agencies across New York State for over two decades. Our team of 13 licensed psychologists brings extensive experience, with many professionals having dedicated their careers to this niche field since the firm's inception. We maintain a singular focus on pre-employment screenings, fitness-for-duty assessments, and special assignment evaluations, ensuring compliance with national standards established by the International Association of Chiefs of Police and the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. Our affiliation with Law Enforcement Psychological Services since 1995 has allowed us to implement proven assessment methodologies used by over 70 agencies nationwide, including major departments in Washington D.C., Chicago, and San Francisco. With offices strategically located in Albany, New York City, and Western New York, we provide timely and efficient service delivery while maintaining rigorous quality control through standardized, research-based evaluation criteria.Our professionals hold prestigious certifications, including Board Certification in Police and Public Safety Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, and have collectively completed over 20,000 evaluations. We maintain strict adherence to legal requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act, ensuring our processes protect both applicants' rights and agencies' liability concerns. Our reports are designed for clarity, featuring easy-to-understand recommendations based on 12 essential job elements derived from comprehensive job analyses. Through continuous refinement of our assessment protocols and commitment to industry best practices, we remain a trusted partner for public safety agencies seeking reliable psychological evaluation services.
Services
Pre-Employment Evaluations
Fitness for Duty Assessments
Special Team Assignments
Psychological Screenings
Consultation Services
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of specialized experience in public safety psychological evaluations
- Team of 13 licensed psychologists with collective expertise in law enforcement assessments
- Standardized assessment process used by 70+ public safety agencies nationwide
- Board-certified professionals in Police and Public Safety Psychology
- Strategic office locations enabling timely service delivery across New York State
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Professional Psychology
- International Association of Chiefs of Police
Services
Pre-Employment Evaluations
Our comprehensive pre-employment evaluations use standardized psychological testing and structured interviews to assess suitability for public safety roles. The four-hour assessment battery includes personality profiling, emotional stability measurements, and detailed background questionnaires. Each evaluation follows International Association of Chiefs of Police guidelines and includes a clear recommendation based on 12 essential job elements derived from law enforcement job analyses.
Fitness for Duty Assessments
Specialized fitness-for-duty evaluations determine an officer's psychological readiness to perform essential job functions. These assessments involve detailed record reviews, collateral interviews, and targeted psychological testing. Our process follows strict protocols to ensure fair evaluations while protecting both officer rights and departmental interests. Reports include actionable recommendations for return-to-work conditions or treatment requirements when necessary.
Special Team Assignments
We conduct specialized psychological evaluations for officers seeking elite unit positions like SWAT or hostage negotiation. Our assessments focus on stress management capabilities, decision-making under pressure, and situational awareness. The process includes scenario-based interviews and targeted psychological testing tailored to the unique demands of specialized law enforcement roles.
People
Dr. David Kelley
Director
Dr. David Kelley has specialized in police psychology since 1993, completing over 10,000 evaluations. He became Director in 2018 after 20 years of service and holds Board Certification in Police and Public Safety Psychology. His expertise includes pre-employment screenings and fitness-for-duty assessments.
Dr. Bill McIntyre
Director Emeritus
Dr. Bill McIntyre spent 33 years evaluating public safety officers, completing over 10,000 assessments. As Director Emeritus, he continues as a consultant while maintaining his role as a leading authority in police psychology and author of New York State evaluation guidelines.
Questions
What types of psychological evaluations do you provide for public safety agencies?
We offer three primary evaluation types: pre-employment screenings, fitness-for-duty assessments, and special assignment evaluations for elite units like SWAT teams.
How long does the pre-employment evaluation process take?
The standard process includes a four-hour testing session followed by a 30-45 minute interview. We can complete evaluations in a single day at our offices or schedule interviews the following week for group administrations.
Do you serve agencies outside New York State?
While our primary service area is New York State, our affiliation with Law Enforcement Psychological Services allows us to support agencies nationwide through standardized assessment protocols.
What qualifications do your evaluators hold?
All our psychologists are licensed and hold specialized certifications including Board Certification in Police and Public Safety Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology.
How do you ensure compliance with legal requirements?
Our evaluations follow guidelines from the International Association of Chiefs of Police and New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, with strict adherence to Americans with Disabilities Act regulations.
