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What does administrative leave refer to as per the directive?

  • Leave granted only to upper management in the department
  • Leave granted by the City for special circumstances and not punitive in nature (correct)
  • A form of punishment for employees
  • A type of paid vacation for all employees

    • What is dual employment as per the directive?

  • Extra-duty employment for eligible bargaining unit members
  • Employment that allows employees to work overtime shifts
  • Temporary employment within the Boca Raton Police Services Department
  • Employment that includes working for any employer other than the City of Boca Raton (correct)

    • What does continuous service assignment refer to as per the directive?

  • An eight-hour overtime shift per month made available to eligible bargaining unit members (correct)
  • An assignment provided to non-eligible bargaining unit members
  • A mandatory training program for all department employees
  • An extra-duty shift made available to all department employees

    • What is the policy of the department regarding compensation and benefits?

    <p>To provide employees with compensation and benefits consistent with collective bargaining agreements, the City's personnel policies and procedures, and all applicable state and federal statutes regarding pay and working conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does collective bargaining involve according to the directive?

    <p>A process of reviewing working conditions, benefits, and compensation through negotiations between management and labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What service does the Department provide to all employees and their family members for counseling and ministerial services, as well as for critical incident situations?

    <p>Peer Support Team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should employees do if they need to leave their residence for personal reasons during critical incident leave?

    <p>Use their accrued time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What program does the Department maintain that provides services for counseling and ministerial services, as well as for critical incident situations?

    <p>Chaplain Program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of employees undergoing a physical examination once a year?

    <p>Provide a copy of the results to the Training Unit sergeant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of training are employees required to receive related to mental health awareness?

    <p>Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provide free sessions of counseling for?

    <p>Drug and alcohol dependency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the point of contact with supervisors for mandatory referrals to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

    <p>Human Resources Division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suspended for employees undergoing critical incident leave?

    <p>Extra duty police employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'All new employees of the Department' attend a City orientation where services of which program are discussed?

    <p>'Employee Assistance Program (EAP)'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Appropriate measures' shall be taken to ensure confidentiality of records for employees admitted to which program?

    <p>'Employee Assistance Program (EAP)'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of leave is granted for treatment or rehabilitation consistent with the City’s leave benefits?

    <p>Critical incident leave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who provides voluntary fitness testing for all LEOs?

    <p>Training Unit sergeant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of administrative leave that LEOs can earn by achieving a score of 'Outstanding' on the voluntary fitness test?

    <p>Twelve (12) hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long must the eight (8) hours of administrative leave earned for achieving an 'Exceeds' score be used within?

    <p>One year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can administrative leave be earned through voluntary fitness testing?

    <p>Once every calendar year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What actions are required before LEOs can exercise on duty during their meal period?

    <p>Supervisor's approval and documentation in the CAD system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what conditions are LEOs allowed to jog outside of the Police Department or 6500 Building?

    <p>If they notify dispatch by radio and jog on approved routes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must LEOs do with their firearms and Taser while exercising outside of the Police Department?

    <p>Lock them inside the trunk of their vehicles or keep them on their person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum duration for a break during an eight-hour shift for LEOs?

    <p>15 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who determines meal periods for major events or other assignments of significant duration?

    <p>Bureau commander or his/her designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are meal periods assigned to civilian employees?

    <p>By public safety dispatcher on a first come, first served basis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should uniformed first responders do when they want to take a meal period?

    <p>Request to 'Clear 10-10' and give exact location at the time of clearance by Communications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required before taking breaks for civilian employees?

    <p>Keeping radios turned on and being subject to calls during breaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should uniformed first responders do upon arrival at meal period or 15-minute break sites?

    <p>Advise Communications by radio of exact locations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the policy regarding dual employment of employees within the City?

    <p>Employees must complete a Dual Employment Request for Authorization Form for review and approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of employment is explicitly prohibited for employees of the Department?

    <p>Any employment that reflects adversely on the City of Boca Raton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the policy state about employees working for private employers and providing goods or services to the City of Boca Raton?

    <p>Employees are prohibited from renting, leasing, or selling goods or services to the City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for employees engaging in continuous service assignments (18+)?

    <p>They must meet all provisions of the appropriate article of the Agreement between the City of Boca Raton and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 35</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is exempt from the policy on dual employment?

    <p><code>Reserve military duty</code></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of employment is explicitly prohibited for employees of the Department?

    <p><code>Employment as bill collectors</code></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required when employees engage in dual employment outside City government?

    <p><code>They must complete a Dual Employment Request for Authorization Form</code></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should employees specifically avoid when seeking dual employment?

    <p><code>Engaging in employment that requires disclosure of confidential information</code></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Employee Assistance Program?

    <p>A program contracted by the City to provide services for personal or professional reasons to City employees and their dependents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered an Essential Employee?

    <p>Any employee who provides a vital role in operations of the City during a declared emergency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a Grievance refer to?

    <p>A complaint arising out of the interpretation, application, or compliance with certain agreements and rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the City review the salary program?

    <p>On a yearly basis at the time of yearly budget preparation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Qualified Fitness Personnel?

    <p>Employees specifically trained to provide physical fitness training for all employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can employees find information about employment compensation and benefits?

    <p>In multiple documents including the Agreement, City Personnel Rules and Regulations, and this directive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of an employee's supervisor when the employee performs temporary work in a higher classification?

    <p>To notify the police administrative specialist of the dates of temporary reclassification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who shall be utilized to fill vacancies prior to utilizing mandatory overtime (MOT)?

    <p>On-call civilian employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should all Department employees ensure in terms of their contact information?

    <p>Maintain up-to-date contact information in both the HCM system and Records Management System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are provisions regarding clothing and equipment used by LEOs covered?

    <p>In the Agreement between the City and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 35</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can employees find details about liability protection for employees?

    <p>In multiple sources including Article 10 of the Agreement and FSS 111.065 and 111.07</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are non-exempt civilian employees paid a uniform maintenance allowance?

    <p>In April and October for the preceding six months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is the steel toe shoe allowance paid to applicable civilian employees?

    <p>Yearly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What educational benefits are provided to all employees?

    <p>Tuition reimbursement program, state salary incentive program for LEOs, and schedule adjustments for courses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ROD stand for in the context of administrative leave?

    <p>Relieved of Duty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an employee on ROD leave do between the hours of 0900 to 1700, Monday through Friday?

    <p>Remain at home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the equipment that must be turned in when an employee is placed on ROD leave?

    <p>All Department issued weapons and firearms, take home vehicle, laptop computer, identification card, keys, portable radio, and more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is critical incident leave granted for?

    <p>Handling usual workload and counseling/treatment after incidents resulting in death or serious injury to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cases of critical incident leave, who may the employee be referred to?

    <p>Contract psychologist or mental health counselor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of an employee placed on ROD leave with regard to court-related requests?

    <p>Honor all subpoenas and other court related requests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an employee on ROD leave do if they must leave their residence for personal reasons?

    <p>Both a and b</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some possible reasons for an employee to be placed on ROD leave?

    <p>Alleged criminal misconduct and/or arrest and suspected drug or alcohol use while on duty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is critical incident leave granted?

    <p>As needed in special circumstances such as incidents resulting in death or serious injury to another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the compensated meal period for LEOs working an 8-hour shift, including travel time?

    <p>45 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount of administrative leave that LEOs can earn by achieving a score of 'Outstanding' on the voluntary fitness test?

    <p>12 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long must the eight (8) hours of administrative leave earned for achieving an 'Exceeds' score be used within?

    <p>12 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of the break for LEOs working an 8-hour shift?

    <p>15 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of the break for LEOs working a 10 or 12-hour shift?

    <p>20 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of the compensated meal period for Public safety call takers who work 8-hour days?

    <p>30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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