Conflict of Interest in Public Service

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According to the Los Angeles OF ETHICS PRINCIPLES FOR PUBLIC SERVICE, which of the following is NOT allowed for persons in the public service?

Using City equipment for private gain

Using City time for private gain

Using City supplies for private gain (correct)

Using City facilities for private gain

According to the Los Angeles OF ETHICS PRINCIPLES FOR PUBLIC SERVICE, which of the following is NOT allowed for persons in the public service regarding contracts with the City?

Being indirectly financially interested in contracts or sales involving the City (correct)

Exercising discretionary powers for the City

Making recommendations on behalf of the City

Being financially interested in contracts or sales involving the City

According to the Los Angeles OF ETHICS PRINCIPLES FOR PUBLIC SERVICE, what type of outside employment is NOT allowed for persons in the public service?

Outside employment that substantially reduces the quality or quantity of work

Outside employment that involves physical effort

Outside employment that involves flexible hours (correct)

Outside employment that interferes with giving a full day's labor for a full day's pay

According to the Los Angeles OF ETHICS PRINCIPLES FOR PUBLIC SERVICE, what type of outside employment is NOT allowed for persons in the public service regarding their official duties?

Outside employment that requires approval or inspection from them Signup and view all the answers

According to the Los Angeles OF ETHICS PRINCIPLES FOR PUBLIC SERVICE, what is NOT allowed for persons in the public service regarding personal investments?

Making personal investments in enterprises without disqualifying themselves from participation Signup and view all the answers

According to the Los Angeles OF ETHICS PRINCIPLES FOR PUBLIC SERVICE, what is NOT allowed for persons in the public service regarding future employment?

Negotiating for future employment with a person, firm, or organization dealing with the City Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic under the Equal Employment Opportunity policy?

Political affiliation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a protected characteristic under the Equal Employment Opportunity policy?

Age Signup and view all the answers

What type of discrimination is specifically mentioned as a protected characteristic under the Equal Employment Opportunity policy?

Sexual harassment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Equal Employment Opportunity policy?

To achieve equal employment opportunity goals Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of discriminating against someone based on a protected characteristic?

Termination of employment Signup and view all the answers

What is the protected characteristic related to gender mentioned in the Equal Employment Opportunity policy?

Gender identity Signup and view all the answers

What is the protected characteristic related to medical conditions mentioned in the Equal Employment Opportunity policy?

Cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is the protected characteristic related to HIV/AIDS mentioned in the Equal Employment Opportunity policy?

HIV/AIDS (acquitted or perceived) Signup and view all the answers

According to the City of CODE STATEMENT OF APPROVED IN THE GOVERNMENT, which of the following is NOT allowed for persons in the public service?

Accepting money or favors for performing their regular duties Signup and view all the answers

According to the City of CODE STATEMENT OF APPROVED IN THE GOVERNMENT, what is the purpose of Actions and Conduct Designed to build Public Confidence?

To ensure impartiality and devotion to the best interests of the City Signup and view all the answers

According to the City of CODE STATEMENT OF APPROVED IN THE GOVERNMENT, what is the rule with respect to conflicts of interest for persons in the public service?

They should not incur obligations that impair their independence of judgment Signup and view all the answers

According to the City of CODE STATEMENT OF APPROVED IN THE GOVERNMENT, what is the requirement for persons in the public service regarding acceptance of favors and gratuities?

They should accept gifts, gratuities or favors that might reasonably be interpreted as an attempt to influence their actions with respect to City business Signup and view all the answers

According to the City of CODE STATEMENT OF APPROVED IN THE GOVERNMENT, what is the prohibition for persons in the public service regarding the use of confidential information?

They should use confidential information for speculation or personal gain Signup and view all the answers

According to the City of CODE STATEMENT OF APPROVED IN THE GOVERNMENT, what is the requirement for persons in the public service regarding their actions and conduct?

They should not be devoted to the best interests of the City Signup and view all the answers