Departmental Communications

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What is the purpose of the communication system maintained by the Omaha Police Department?

To enforce disciplinary actions

To provide training to employees

To handle employee benefits

To guide, inform, and implement the values of the department (correct)

Where are the official OPD Orders posted for employees to access?

Facebook

Google Sites and PowerDMS (correct)

Twitter

What type of documents are employees responsible for acknowledging in their PowerDMS accounts?

Personal emails

Social media posts

Orders, Training Bulletins, and other assigned documents (correct)

News articles

How often should sworn employees log in to PowerDMS to review items in their inbox?

Once per work week Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the PowerDMS computer program for OPD?

To verify that employees have acknowledged and understood Orders Signup and view all the answers

When should sworn employees who were on leave or approved absences review items in their PowerDMS Inbox?

Within the first week after returning to work Signup and view all the answers

What type of matters should text messages sent or received from a City-provided or funded cell phone be used for?

Routine matters such as scheduling Signup and view all the answers

What do all OPD employees need to comply with according to the Mayoral Executive Order?

Official City Business Communication Guidelines Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT referenced in the policy?

CALEA Accreditation Standards 12.1.4 Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can text messages be subject to production under the Nebraska Public Records Act?

If they are sent or received from a City-provided or funded cell phone Signup and view all the answers

Which department's web page hosts the 'Executive Orders' page where the Mayoral Executive Order governing 'Preferred Communications for Official City Business' is posted?

City of Omaha Human Resources Department Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for determining whether a test will accompany a General Order?

The RPU Signup and view all the answers

Which department may issue Information Orders?

Bureau Deputy Chiefs Signup and view all the answers

When are Personnel Orders issued?

In all cases involving a change in employee hours Signup and view all the answers

What information is included in the body of General Orders?

Policy number and effective date Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for making sure that affected employees are informed about Personnel Orders?

Supervisors Signup and view all the answers

What is the key content difference between General Orders and Information Orders?

Subject description Signup and view all the answers

In which system are Information Orders and Personnel Orders posted for employee access?

Both Google Sites and PowerDMS Signup and view all the answers

"Orders" like General Orders, Information Orders, and Personnel Orders are issued with an effective date of:

"The date of origin" Signup and view all the answers

"Inter-Office Communications" are submitted by an OPD employee to whom?

"Chain of command" Signup and view all the answers

Inter-Office Communications are used for which of the following?

To transmit information only Signup and view all the answers

How long does an Inter-Office Communication have to be forwarded to the intended recipient?

Within 5 working days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Training Bulletins is true?

They inform employees about proper policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of regular meetings held with the Chief, Bureau Deputy Chiefs, and designated employees?

To coordinate activities and facilitate information flow Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about email usage is true according to the text?

Employees are prohibited from auto-forwarding City emails to private accounts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of daily Roll Call meetings in the Uniform Patrol Bureau and Criminal Investigations Bureau?

For supervisors to communicate with employees under their command Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods of communication is NOT mentioned in the text?

Video conferencing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the use of personal cell phones for official City business is true?

Personal cell phones cannot be used for official City business Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Inter-Office Communication procedure?

To transmit information through the chain of command Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Training Bulletins is false?

They are used to change OPD policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the requirements for employees regarding PowerDMS?

All employees must log in to PowerDMS and review documents whenever directed via email or by a supervisor. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of tests assigned through PowerDMS?

To verify that employees have read and understood the subject matter, and emphasize specific aspects. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the responsibilities of the Research and Policy Unit (RPU) regarding General Orders?

The RPU is responsible for drafting, reviewing, modifying, and archiving General Orders. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for reviewing and providing feedback on proposed General Orders?

The RPU sends a draft to Deputy Chiefs, Captains, and Unit Managers/Supervisors for review and comments, which are then incorporated into a final proposal for the Chief of Police's approval. Signup and view all the answers

How are non-sworn employees expected to acknowledge receipt and understanding of General Orders?

Non-sworn employees must electronically complete the General Order Course within PowerDMS. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of OPD supervisors/managers regarding General Order Courses in PowerDMS?

OPD supervisors/managers are responsible for making certain employees under their command electronically complete General Order Courses within PowerDMS in a timely manner. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the responsibilities of non-sworn employees regarding General Orders?

Non-sworn employees are not responsible for procedures that pertain only to sworn employees, but must still acknowledge receipt and understanding of all General Orders. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of awarding Continuing Education Credits for policy review in PowerDMS?

To incentivize employees to complete General Order Courses and tests in a timely manner. Signup and view all the answers