Home

Comprehensive

Police Officer I (Testing & Employment Opportunities)

Police Officer I (Testing & Employment Opportunities)-March 2024

Virtual

Mar 31, 2026

About Police Officer I (Testing & Employment Opportunities)

　　Police Officer I (Testing & Employment Opportunities)

　　Salary

　　$47,112.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Harrisonburg, VA

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　5532 - (2024 Testing Opps 1)

　　Department

　　Police

　　Opening Date

　　01/22/2024

　　Closing Date

　　4/4/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

　　FLSA

　　Non-Exempt

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description

　　$6,000 HIRING INCENTIVE AVAILABLE TO NEW OFFICERS*

　　City of Harrisonburg Police Officer Testing & Employment Opportunities

　　The Harrisonburg Police Department has combined the testing registration and employment opportunities into one advertisement. Candidates who are not currently Certified Officers and are interested in becoming a Police Officer with the HPD must apply to this posting. Candidates will not be considered for vacant Police Officer opportunities if they do not apply to this posting. Certified Officers should apply to the Police Officer II (Certified/Sworn) posting (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/jobs/4090491/police-officer-ii-certified-sworn) on the City's website.

　　Police Officer Employment Opportunities

　　The City of Harrisonburg is currently accepting applications for non-certified individuals interested in joining HPD, which offers a rewarding career plus an excellent benefits package, including enhanced hazardous duty through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS). Find out more information in the Harrisonburg Police Officer Candidate Information Packet (https://harrisonburgva.gov/sites/default/files/Police/applicant_information_packet-2024.pdf) and be sure to come back to this page to apply.

　　The Police Officer I position has a preferred hiring rate of $22.65 per hour (equivalent to $47,112 annually). An exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

　　*$6,000 Hiring Incentive

　　Date of Hire$2,000

　　Completion of Initial Period of Employment$2,000

　　Date of Hire Anniversary (2 Years)$1,000

　　Date of Hire Anniversary (3 Years)$1,000

　　Police Officer Testing & Interview Process

　　The City of Harrisonburg will be offering Police Officer testing on Saturday, February 10, 2024 and Saturday, April 6, 2024 at the Harrisonburg Police Department. In the event applicants fail the February 10 testing date, they are automatically re-invited to attend the April 6 testing date. At this time, we do not have subsequent testing dates planned. Due to this, the City encourages interested applicants to attend the February 10 testing date.

　　Minimum Requirements for Police Officer I:

　　High School Diploma or GED. College Degree or Military Experience, preferred.

　　21 years of age by completion of basic law enforcement academy.

　　U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Alien with an application for Naturalization filed and pending with Immigration Services, if DCJS-approved.

　　Valid driver's license with acceptable record per City policy.

　　Able to work 12-hour shifts (6am - 6pm or 6pm - 6am), including nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather.

　　Ability to perform the physical requirements for this position. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1012343?keywords=5532&pagetype=classSpecifications)

　　Must live or be willing to move within a one (1) hour drive of Harrisonburg, VA.

　　Registration Process:

　　Registration is required for testing and can be completed online by selecting "apply" in the upper right corner of this posting on the City's website. All registration applications must be received through the City of Harrisonburg Human Resources Department's online application system no later than 5:00pm EST on Thursday, April 4, 2024. The online application system will automatically end registration at the indicated deadline, even if applicants are in the middle of the registration process. Late registrations will not be accepted. Please Note: Applicants who submit their registration prior to 5:00pm EST on Thursday, February 8, 2024 will be invited to the February testing date.

　　There is an additional document (the Personal History Statement) required for consideration that has been built into the online employment application via the supplemental questionnaire. You may view the instructions page here for the supplemental questionnaire. (https://s3.amazonaws.com/tsresources.targetsolutions.com/6B2E813F-E38F-5E36-C84D-68B7984E41C6.pdf) Once you submit your complete online employment application , you will have satisfied this requirement.

　　After your registration has been received and reviewed by Human Resources and the HPD Professional Standards Unit, you will receive an email requesting your attendance at the testing date if you meet the minimum qualifications. Please monitor the email address used to apply as that will be the email address your invitation is sent.

　　The following provides information related to the testing process:

　　Written TestThe written test will be given at the City of Harrisonburg Police Department at 101 N. Main Street in Harrisonburg, VA 22802.

　　Check-in for testing begins at 0730 hours EST.

　　Please bring a valid picture ID for proper identification (Ex: Driver's License, passport, etc.).

　　The testing will begin promptly at 0800 hours EST.

　　It will take approximately 2 hours to complete.

　　No one will be admitted to the test after the starting time.

　　Physical Ability Test

　　The test will be given on the same day as the written test and will be held at the Harrisonburg Police Department's Harper Presgraves Training Grounds. Directions to this location will be provided on the day of testing.

　　Candidates taking the written test will proceed immediately to the physical ability test if they receive a passing grade on the written test.

　　To participate in the testing, you must complete the electronic Waiver of Claim for Injury, which is supplemental question #7 on your online registration.

　　Interview

　　Applicants who pass the written and physical portion of the testing may be invited to immediately interview on their testing date. Logistics for this are still be finalized and more information will be provided to applicants closer to the event date for planning purposes.

　　To be eligible for an open position with the Harrisonburg Police Department, you must complete and pass the written test and physical ability test. Upon successful completion of the testing, you will be eligible for consideration in this particular recruitment process.

　　Supplemental Information

　　The selected candidates for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

　　DMV Driving Record Review;

　　Drug Screen;

　　Criminal Background Investigation, including Social Media Review & Fingerprinting;

　　Credit Check;

　　Physical Abilities Test;

　　Job-Specific Physical;

　　Psychological Evaluation; and

　　Polygraph.

　　The following documents are some examples of what will be required at a later phase in the process: Social Security Card, Driver's License, Passport, Birth Certificate, Marriage/Divorce Documents, DD214, Sealed College Transcripts, and High School Diploma. These documents are not required at the time of the Personal History Statement submission. When the applicable documents are requested by the Harrisonburg Police Department, you will be expected to provide them.

　　If you have questions after reviewing this information, please contact the Human Resources Department at 540.432.8920 or [email protected]. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations during the application or testing process should contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the recruitment process.

　　Veterans and minorities are encouraged to register and apply.

　　The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS with Enhanced Hazardous Duty Benefits, & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave, and holidays.

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

　　The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

　　Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

　　Health and Vision Insurance

　　Dental Insurance

　　Paid Leave

　　15.5 paid holidays

　　Short-Term Disability Insurance

　　Long-Term Disability Insurance

　　Life Insurance

　　Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care

　　Health Savings Account

　　Virginia Retirement System

　　Deferred Compensation Plan through MissionSquare

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Additionally, the City is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which may qualify you for student loan forgiveness if you meet the PSLF Program requirements.

　　What is your highest level of education?

　　Less than 8th Grade

　　Completed 8th Grade

　　Attended High School

　　High School Graduate

　　GED

　　Attend College

　　College Graduate

　　Attended Graduate School

　　Master's Degree

　　Graduate study beyond Master's

　　Ph.D. or professional degree

　　Will you be 21 years of age by the completion of the basic law enforcement academy? Please note that this recruitment is intended to fill positions to start with the 151st Basic Law Enforcement Academy, which starts on July 1, 2024 and ends on November 14, 2024.

　　Yes

　　Are you a United States Citizen OR a Permanent Resident Alien with an application for Naturalization filed and pending with Immigration Services?

　　Yes

　　Do you have a valid driver's license?

　　Yes

　　Are you available to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather?

　　Yes

　　Do you currently live or are you willing to relocate to live within a one (1) hour drive of the Harrisonburg Police Department?

　　Yes

　　I am an applicant for the position of police officer with the Harrisonburg Police Department. I have been informed that as a part of the process for this position it is necessary for me to submit to a Physical Abilities Test which measures my ability to successfully perform the essential job tasks of the position for which I have applied. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, running, jumping, climbing, and crawling. The testing protocol has been explained to my satisfaction, and I am unaware of any disabilities that would prohibit my performing the required tests. By my electronic selection, I hereby waive any and all claims of liability against the City of Harrisonburg and any of its public safety agencies to include the Harrisonburg Police Department for any and all injuries and/or damage that I may suffer as a result of my performance in the Physical Abilities Test.

　　Yes, I have read, understand, and agree.

　　No, I have not read, do not understand, and/or do not agree.

　　I understand that photographs and/or video of me may be taken at the Police Officer Testing. The photographs and/or videos are property of the City of Harrisonburg and may be used in publications, news releases, online, and in other communications related to the mission of the City of Harrisonburg. (Please note that your answer to this question does not affect your ability to participate in the testing process and does not affect your employment eligibility for this recruitment process.)

　　I hereby grant permission to the City of Harrisonburg to use the photographs and/or videos of me as stated above.

　　I do not grant permission to the City of Harrisonburg to use the photographs and/or videos of me as stated above.

　　I understand that the remaining questions pertain to my background and will assist in the background investigation to determine my eligibility for future consideration during this recruitment process. Furthermore, I have opened and read the "Instructions to the Applicant" document that is hyperlinked in the job advertisement.

　　Yes

　　Please list the address where you live (if it is different than the address on your application).

　　Please list the name(s) of those with whom you live.

　　Please list any names (other than the one on your application) that you have used or been known by, including your maiden name and nicknames (if applicable).

　　Please enter your birthdate in the field below using the MM/DD/YYYY format.

　　Please enter your Social Security Number in the field below using the XXX-XX-XXXX format, including dashes.

　　Please enter your Driver's License number, state of issuance, and expiration date in the field below.

　　Please provide the name, home address, work address, and telephone number of your spouse/registered domestic partner.

　　Is there, or has there ever been, a restraining, stay-away, or protective order in effect involving you and your spouse/registered domestic partner?

　　Yes

　　Have you ever attended a VA DCJS Basic Course or Academy for any of the following positions: Police Officer, Auxiliary Officer, Conservator, Jailor, or Dispatcher? If "Yes," please provide the name of the academy, dates attended, and location (including the city and state).

　　If you answered "Yes" to question 18, did you pass/graduate the basic course/academy?

　　Yes

　　Have you ever applied for any position at another public safety agency (city, county, state, or federal)?

　　Yes

　　If you answered "Yes" to question 20, list EVERY agency you have applied to, including the name of the public safety agency, address, background investigator's name (if known), date applied, position applied for, and current status (e.g., hired, on eligibility list, withdrawn, list expired, or disqualified).

　　Have you ever been subject to any disciplinary actions, including academic probation, suspension, or expulsion from any high school, college/university, business, trade school, or academy?

　　Yes

　　Are you required to register for the Selective Service? If "Yes," have you registered?

　　Have you ever served in the military? If "Yes," please include the following information: Branch of Service, Dates of Service, and Re-Entry Code (1-4) if applicable (refer to your DD214).

　　Regarding military discharge, please select which of the following applies to you. If you did not serve in the military, please select "I have not served in the military."

　　Entry Level

　　Honorable

　　General

　　OTH (Other than Honorable)

　　Bad Conduct

　　Dishonorable

　　I have not served in the military.

　　Are you currently participating in one of the following? Please select all that apply.

　　Active Service

　　Military Reserve

　　National Guard

　　None of the Above

　　Military Experience and Discipline. Please check which of the following applies to you. Select as many options as applicable. If you have not served in the military, please select "I have not served in the military."

　　I have been the subject of judicial or non-judicial disciplinary action (such as court martial, captain's mast, office hours, company punishment).

　　I have been denied a security clearance, had a security clearance revoked, suspended, or downgraded.

　　I have taken military property without permission for personal use, to sell, or to give away.

　　I have not served in the military.

　　Military Experience and Discipline. Please describe any additional information (i.e. when, where, circumstances, etc.) in the field below for any responses checked in question 27 above.

　　Disclosure of Arrests and Convictions: This section requires you to report detentions, charges (whether or not physically arrested), and convictions, including diversion programs that were not successfully completed, and in some cases, offenses that may have been dismissed, pardoned or expunged. As a public safety applicant, you are required to disclose this information, unless specifically exempted by state or federal law. Have you EVER been detained by law enforcement for investigation, arrested, indicted, charged, or convicted of any misdemeanor or felony offense in this state or any other legal jurisdiction (including offenses in the Uniform Code of Military Justice)?

　　Yes

　　Disclosure of Arrests and Convictions: If you responded "yes" to the question above, please explain each incident below. Be sure to include the charge, approximate date, arresting or detaining agency, and disposition or penalty.

　　Disclosure of Employment History and Disciplinary Action. Please select all of the following that applies to you.

　　I have been disciplined at work. (This includes written warnings, formal letters of counseling, reprimands, suspensions, reductions in pay, reassignments, or demotions.)

　　I have been fired, released from probation, or asked to resign from a place of employment.

　　I have been involved in a physical/verbal altercation with a supervisor, co-worker, or customer.

　　I have quit without giving notice.

　　I have resigned in lieu of termination.

　　I have been accused of discrimination (such as sexual harassment, racial bias, sexual orientation harassment, etc.) by a co-worker, supervisor, subordinate, or customer.

　　I have been the subject of a written complaint at work.

　　I have been counseled due to lateness or absences.

　　I have received an unsatisfactory performance review.

　　I have sold, released, or given away legally confidential information.

　　I have called in sick when I was neither sick nor caring for a sick family member.

　　None of the Above Apply

　　Disclosure of Arrests and Convictions: Please check which of the following applies to you. Select as many options as applicable.

　　I have been placed on court probation.

　　I have been required to appear before a juvenile court for an act which would have been a crime if committed as an adult.

　　I have been a party in a civil lawsuit (e.g., small claims actions, dissolutions, child custody, paternity, support, etc.).

　　The police have been called to my home.

　　I or my spouse/partner have been referred to Child Protective Services.

　　I have been the subject of an emergency protective order/restraining order/stay-away order.

　　I have settled a civil suit in which I, my insurance company, or someone else on my behalf was required to make payment to the other party.

　　I have fraudulently received welfare, unemployment compensation, workers' compensation, or other state or federal assistance.

　　I have been required to repay welfare payments, unemployment compensation, or other state or federal assistance.

　　I have filed a false insurance or workers' compensation claim.

　　I have been evicted or asked to leave a residence.

　　I have left a residence owing rent, utilities, or other household expenses.

　　I have filed for or declared bankruptcy.

　　I have had bills turned over to a collection agency.

　　I have had purchased goods repossessed.

　　I have been delinquent on income or other tax payments.

　　I have defaulted on (failed to pay) a loan.

　　I have borrowed money to pay for a gambling debt.

　　I have spent money for illegal purposes (e.g., illegal drugs, prostitution, etc.).

　　I have failed to make or been late on a court-ordered payment (e.g., child support, alimony, restitution, etc.).

　　None of the Above Apply

　　Involvement in Criminal Acts - Part 1: At any time in your life, have you ever committed any of the following acts? Select as many options as applicable. Please Note: You MUST include any acts committed at any time in your life. Additionally, you may NOT withhold any information regarding your involvement in any of the following acts, even if federal or state law relieved you from reporting the detention, arrest, or conviction that arose from it.

　　Animal abuse and/or neglect

　　Annoying, obscene, or harassing contacts by telephone or other electronic communication device

　　Battery (use of force or violence upon another)

　　Brandishing a weapon (any type of weapon)

　　Carrying a concealed weapon without a permit

　　Contributing to the delinquency of a minor

　　Defrauding an innkeeper (not paying for food or room at a hotel/motel, campground, restaurant, etc.)

　　Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs

　　Drunk in public (being so intoxicated in a public place that you're not able to care for yourself)

　　Filing a false police report

　　Hit & run collision (no injuries)

　　Illegal gambling

　　Illegal hunting and/or fishing (for example, without a license, out of season)

　　Impersonating a peace officer (pretending to be a police officer)

　　Indecent exposure and/or lewd or obscene conduct

　　Intentionally writing a bad check

　　Joyriding/Unauthorized Use (using a car or other vehicle without owner's permission)

　　Peeping (including, but not limited to, looking through a window or opening with the intent to invade someone's privacy)

　　Petty theft (valued less than $1000, including shoplifting/switching price tags)

　　Possession of alcohol as a minor

　　Possession of falsified or altered identification, including use of another person's ID (for any reason)

　　Possession of stolen property (including, but not limited to, vehicles, credit/debit cards, etc.)

　　Prostitution or solicitation of prostitution (including, but not limited to, patronizing illegal massage parlors)

　　Reckless driving

　　Resisting arrest and/or delaying or obstructing an officer (including, but not limited to, running from the police)

　　Trespassing

　　Vandalism (including, but not limited to, "tagging," malicious mischief, and/or property damage)

　　Any other act amounting to a misdemeanor

　　I have never at any time in my life committed any of the above acts.

　　Involvement in Criminal Acts - Part 1: Please describe any additional information (i.e. when, where, circumstances, etc.) in the field below for any responses checked in the question above.

　　Involvement in Criminal Acts - Part 2: At any time in your life, have you ever committed any of the following acts? Select as many options as applicable. Please Note: You MUST include any acts committed at any time in your life. Additionally, you may NOT withhold any information regarding your involvement in any of the following acts, even if federal or state law relieved you from reporting the detention, arrest, or conviction that arose from it.

　　Arson (intentionally destroying property by setting a fire)

　　Assault with a deadly weapon (struck or threatened to strike someone with an instrument likely to cause great bodily injury or death)

　　Blackmail or extortion

　　Burglary (entering a structure or vehicle to commit theft or other crime)

　　Child molestation (performing unlawful acts with a child, sexual touching of a child)

　　Elder abuse and/or neglect (physical and/or financial)

　　Embezzlement (theft of money or other valuables entrusted to you)

　　Felony drunk driving

　　Forcible rape

　　Forgery (falsifying any type of document, check certificate, license, currency, etc.)

　　Fraudulent use of a credit, ATM, debit, and/or check card

　　Grand larceny (valued at $1000 or more, or any firearm)

　　Hit & run (with injuries)

　　Hate crime (actions based on religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, etc.)

　　Illegal sex acts

　　Insurance fraud

　　Murder, homicide, or attempted murder

　　Perjury (lying under oath)

　　Possession of an explosive/destructive device

　　Robbery (theft from another person using a weapon, force, or fear)

　　Stalking

　　Theft of a vehicle and/or vehicle parts

　　Viewing and/or possessing child pornography

　　Any other act amounting to a felony (In Virginia classified as a crime with a punishment of over 1 year incarceration)

　　I have never at any time in my life committed any of the above acts.

　　Involvement in Criminal Acts - Part 2: Please describe any additional information (i.e. when, where, circumstances, etc.) in the field below for any responses checked in the question above.

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: For the purpose of responding to the following question, "illegal drugs" include the unauthorized or illegal use of prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs; it also includes the illegal use of any other substance for the purpose of getting "high." Your responses should include -- but not be limited to -- your use of any of the following: ... Amphetamines / Methamphetamines (Uppers, Speed, Crank, etc) ... Barbiturates (Downers) ... Bath Salts (or any analog substance) ... Benzodiazepines / Rohypnol ... Cocaine / Crack Cocaine ... Designer Drugs (Ecstasy, Synthetic Heroin, etc.) ... Fentanyl ... GHB (Date Rape Drug) ... Hallucinogens (Peyote, LSD, Mushrooms) ... Hashish / Hashish Oil ... Heroin / Opium ... Hydromorphone ... MDMA / Ecstasy ... Marijuana/Cannabis (with or without a prescription) ... Mescaline / Peyote ... Morphine ... Oxycodone ... PCP / Angel Dust ... Psilocybin ... Quaaludes ... Steroids ... Tetrahydrocannabinal (THC) / K2 / Spice ... Glue, paint, or any substance containing toluene ... Any prescription drugs not prescribed TO YOU. Within the past twelve months, have you used any drug(s) as indicated above?

　　Yes

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: If you responded "yes" to the question above, please provide details in the field below, including drug(s) used, most recent date used, and circumstances.

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: Prior to the past twelve months:

　　I have never used any drug recreationally, illegally, or in a manner other than as prescribed.

　　I have tried or used one or more drugs, but only under limited circumstances (for example, experimentation, at parties, concerts, special events, etc.).

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: If you responded that you "have tried or used one or more drugs, but only under limited circumstances" for the question above, please provide details in the field below, including drug(s) used, most recent date used, and circumstances.

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: Which of the following activities have you EVER engaged in that involved drugs, narcotics, or illegal substances, including marijuana and/or prescription drugs without a prescription? Please select all that apply.

　　Sold

　　Manufactured

　　Purchased

　　Furnished

　　Cultivated

　　Carried or Held for Another

　　None of the Above

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: If you checked any item in the previous question, with the exception of "None of the Above," please provide details in the field below, including drug(s) used, most recent date used, and circumstances.

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: During the past five years, have you associated with friends, acquaintances, housemates, or family members who have illegally used drugs or narcotics, and/or illegally used prescription medications?

　　Yes

　　Illegal Use of Drugs: If you responded "yes" to the question above, please explain in the field below.

　　Motor Vehicle Information: Please list other states where you have been licensed to operate a motor vehicle. Please include the state, license number (if known), type of license, and the name in which the license was granted.

　　Motor Vehicle Information: Please select all that apply to you.

　　I have been refused a driver's license by another state.

　　My driver's license has been suspended or revoked.

　　I have received a traffic violation that later resulted in a warrant or caused my driver's license to be withheld due to an additional circumstance (e.g., failure to appear, failure to complete driving school, failure to pay the required fines).

　　None of the Above Apply

　　If you checked any of the options in question 46 other than "None of the Above Apply," please provide additional information in the field below, including when, where, and circumstances.

　　In the field below, please list ALL traffic citations, excluding parking citations, you have received within the past THREE years. Please include the charge, location, date, and action taken (e.g., Not Guilty, Guilty/Fined, Driving School, Dismissed).

　　Other Topics: This section requires you to answer questions regarding topics not covered in other sections of this questionnaire. Please select all that apply to you.

　　I have been refused a permit to carry a concealed weapon.

　　I am now, or have been previously, a member or associate of a criminal enterprise, street gang, or any other group that advocates violence against individuals because of their race, religion, political affiliation, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexual preference, or disability.

　　I have hit or physically overpowered a spouse or romantic partner.

　　I have been involved in an anger-provoked physical fight, confrontation or other violent act.

　　I have now, or previously had, a tattoo signifying membership in, or affiliation with, a criminal enterprise, street gang, or any other group that advocates violence against individuals because of their race, religion, political affiliation, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexual preference, or disability.

　　None of the Above Apply

　　Other Topics: Please describe any additional information (i.e. when, where, circumstances, etc.) in the field below for any responses checked in the question above.

　　Additional Comments: Please use the field below to provide information that did not fit elsewhere in your responses and/or further explains your responses. Please reference the corresponding question and/or specific items in your response in the field below.

　　I hereby certify that I have personally completed each question on this application and any attached supplemental page(s), and that all statements made are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any misstatement of material fact may subject me to disqualification; or, if I have been appointed, may disqualify me from continued employment.

　　Yes

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　City of Harrisonburg

　　Address

　　409 South Main Street Third Floor Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801

　　Phone

　　540.432.8920 540.432.7796

　　Website

　　https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment

Previous page： Activities Supervisor Next page： Water & Wastewater Laborer

Comments

Welcome to zdrecruit comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.