I-M-21 Nepotism 03/10/2017

Questions and Answers

What is the primary restriction on employees of the Department regarding supervising relatives?

Employees can supervise relatives if they have prior approval.

Employees can supervise relatives only if they are not related by blood.

Employees can supervise relatives during regular work hours.

Employees cannot supervise or be supervised by relatives under normal circumstances. (correct)

Which of the following family relations qualifies as a 'relative' under the Department's Nepotism Policy?

Colleague

Cousin (correct)

Close friend

Business partner

Under what circumstances can Miami-Dade Fire Rescue employees directly supervise a relative?

Only during the first week of employment.

During regular evaluation periods.

If both employees agree to temporary supervision.

In case of an emergency or extraordinary department need. (correct)

What action is prohibited if it results in a violation of the Nepotism Policy?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration that personnel can work under the direct supervision of a family member during emergencies?

One shift Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing any exceptions to the Nepotism Policy procedures?

The Fire Chief or designee Signup and view all the answers

Which document must Miami-Dade Fire Rescue employees read before signing the Nepotism Policy?

The Nepotism Policy of Miami-Dade 2007 Signup and view all the answers

What significant change regarding the Employee Relations Department has been noted in the recent policy?

It is now referred to as the Human Resources Department. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nepotism Policy Overview

Employees of the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue cannot supervise or be supervised by relatives or family members.
Exceptions to this rule only apply during emergencies or for extraordinary needs as determined by the Fire Chief.

Definition of Relative or Family Member

Includes various familial relationships such as:
- Parents (father, mother)
- Siblings (sister, brother, half-sisters, half-brothers, stepsiblings)
- Children (daughter, son, stepchild, grandchild)
- Extended family (uncle, aunt, first-cousin, nephew, niece)
- In-laws (father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law)
- Grandparents and step-relationships (stepparent)

Policy Compliance Requirements

Employees must read the 2007 Nepotism Policy and the County Manager's memorandum, along with related Florida Statutes, before signing the policy.
Updates include the renaming of the Employee Relations Department to Human Resources, led by director Arleene Cuellar.

Promotion and Bidding Regulations

No contracts or promotions can be awarded if they violate the nepotism policy knowingly.

Emergency Provisions

In emergencies, employees may work under the direct supervision of family members, but only for one shift.
Any exceptions to this procedure require review and approval by the Fire Chief or their designee.

Description

Test your understanding of the supervision policies regarding relatives in the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department. This quiz covers the rules about family members working within the department and the conditions under which exceptions may apply. Make sure to familiarize yourself with these important guidelines!