Court Reporter Attendance and Transcript Fees Quiz

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Which organization is the Federation of Public Employees a division of?

  • The Federation of Public and Private Employees
  • The National Federation of Public and Private Employees (correct)
  • The AFL-CIO
  • The Broward Sheriff's Office

Which article of the collective bargaining agreement covers Grievance Procedures?

  • Article 4
  • Article 3 (correct)
  • Article 1
  • Article 2

What is the subject of Appendix A?

  • Management Rights (correct)
  • Grievance Procedures
  • Non-Discrimination
  • Recognition

Which organization is recognized as the sole and exclusive representative for collective bargaining purposes?

<p>FPE (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following positions is NOT included within the certified unit for collective bargaining?

<p>Fire Rescue Facilities Maintenance Supervisor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization certified the FPE as the exclusive representative for collective bargaining?

<p>Public Employees Relations Commission (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the sole and exclusive bargaining representative of the employees within the Certified Bargaining Unit?

<p>FEDERATION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what has the FPE been acting as for the bargaining unit members included in the certified unit?

<p>Exclusive agent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What have the parties reached after extended and deliberate negotiations?

<p>A certain mutual understanding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which position is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the Broward Sheriff's Office facilities?

<p>Senior Systems Technician (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which position is responsible for managing the records and warrants division?

<p>Records/Warrants Supervisor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which position is responsible for coordinating the activities of the Marine Unit?

<p>Marine Mechanic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which position is responsible for assisting in the production of videos for the Broward Sheriff's Office?

<p>Video Production Specialist (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a basis for discrimination that the FPE and BSO oppose?

<p>Political affiliation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many employees are selected by the Sheriff to serve on the AAB?

<p>3 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many candidates does the FPE submit for each list of employees eligible to serve on the AAB?

<p>30 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the AAB?

<p>To resolve grievances between the parties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who selects the employees to serve on the AAB?

<p>The Sheriff (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the AAB hearing process is true?

<p>The AAB will make findings based on its review of the case and written materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for providing the bargaining unit member with copies of all documentation submitted to the AAB?

<p>The Director of the Professional Standards Committee (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the AAB do after sustaining a violation?

<p>Review the bargaining unit member's prior disciplinary history (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does each party have to request a panel of arbitrators from the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services (FMCS)?

<p>15 calendar days (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of names in the panel of arbitrators provided by the FMCS?

<p>7 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame within which the arbitrator must render a decision after the arbitration hearing or submission of post-hearing briefs?

<p>30 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the evidentiary standard to be applied by the arbitrator in any disciplinary or contract grievance?

<p>Preponderance of the evidence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for rendering a written decision in Step 1 of the grievance procedure?

<p>The bargaining unit member's department head (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if no decision is rendered within the specified time period in Step 2 of the grievance procedure?

<p>The grievance is escalated to the next step (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to impose disciplinary suspension, demotion, or termination?

<p>The Sheriff (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can further appeal or grievance be permitted after the decision of the AAB?

<p>If the written explanation of a member evidences bias or prejudice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often can the Sheriff make changes to the BSO Policy Manual and other official documents?

<p>As needed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should the FPE's designated business representative receive a copy of changes to the Sheriff's Policy Manual?

<p>Ten days prior to issuance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Does receiving a copy of changes to the Sheriff's Policy Manual waive the FPE's right to impact bargaining?

<p>No, it does not constitute a waiver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for bearing the court reporter attendance and transcript fees?

<p>Both parties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an employee chooses to process a grievance through the procedure contained in the Article?

<p>They waive the right to use any other available procedure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the moratorium period for grievances occur?

<p>Every December 23 through January 4 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has the exclusive right to manage and direct all employees of the Sheriff's Office?

<p>The Sheriff (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the rights of the Sheriff's Office mentioned in Article 4 of the Agreement?

<p>To determine the structure of the Office of Sheriff (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what is the purpose of drug and/or alcohol testing for employees?

<p>To maintain the efficiency of the operation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the rights retained by the Sheriff in his general capacity of management?

<p>To determine the number, location, and operation of work sites (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if the Sheriff fails to exercise any of the mentioned functions?

<p>The Sheriff's rights will be waived (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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