Employee Suspension Policy
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What happens during a three (3) day suspension?

  • The employee is off shift for 24 hours. (correct)
  • The employee continues to work overtime to compensate.
  • The employee works on normal days off to make up for lost time.
  • The employee is suspended without any consequences.

    • Under what circumstances may an Emergency Suspension be imposed on an employee?

  • With the approval of the full Supervisory team.
  • Upon approval of the Sheriff only.
  • By the first line Supervisor/Shift Leader with the approval of the Lieutenant or above. (correct)
  • When there is a union representative present.

    • What is required for an Emergency Suspension to be imposed on an employee?

  • The Sheriff's written approval.
  • Probable cause based on a criminal or immoral act. (correct)
  • The employee's consent.
  • The approval of the Division Director.

    • What actions are not permitted for a suspended employee?

    <p>Working during normal days off.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must be notified without delay when an emergency suspension is imposed on an employee?

    <p>Sheriff and Division Director of the affected division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a valid reason for an Emergency Suspension?

    <p>Being involved in a criminal or immoral act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a three (3) day suspension, how long should the employee be off shift?

    <p>24 hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence for a suspended employee working on their normal days off?

    <p>The suspension is extended.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Career Service Appeals Board mentioned in the text?

    <p>To provide an opportunity to appeal specific disciplinary actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence if an employee fails to comply with the ten working day appeal deadline?

    <p>The right to appeal will be waived</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should an aggrieved employee address the written appeal to?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a reason an employee can appeal disciplinary actions?

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

    What happens once an employee's motion for time extension is denied?

    <p>The time limit for appeal starts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for notifying the GNSV Division Director of the selection of employees to serve on the Appeals Board?

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

    What is the consequence of an employee declining to serve on the Appeals Board?

    <p>The Sheriff will appoint a replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the written appeal from an aggrieved employee trigger the formation of the Appeals Board?

    <p>After 10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who selects the chairperson of the Board?

    <p>The other four members of the Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a limitation on Board membership according to the text?

    <p>Being a relative of the Sheriff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Chairperson in handling appeals?

    <p>Receiving charges from the Sheriff or designee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who assists the Chairperson in gathering necessary information for appeals?

    <p>The GNSV Division Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a power granted to the Board according to the text?

    <p>Compelling attendance and testimony of witnesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the Chairperson do to ensure orderly proceedings?

    <p>Ensure policy is followed correctly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What items can the Board require the production of?

    <p>Books, records, and papers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are Board hearings supposed to be held?

    <p>As soon as practical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a violation of the law is uncovered by the Board hearings?

    <p>The matter is referred to the Sheriff for further investigations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the Board prepare and submit a written decision after the conclusion of proceedings?

    <p>Within seven working days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of the disciplinary history requirements for the Supervisor executing the discipline?

    <p>Forward each final action to the Division Director</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the statement 'The decision of the Board is final and binding' refer to?

    <p>The decision cannot be overturned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Board in terms of disciplinary actions?

    <p>To prepare and submit written decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the Sheriff upon receiving the written decision?

    <p>Receive a copy of the decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeframe for making a verbal statement to the Sheriff after the conclusion of deliberations by the Board?

    <p>As soon as possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of reviewing past disciplinary actions before recommending future disciplinary action?

    <p>To ascertain if previous violations had occurred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the text mention forwarding final disciplinary actions to the Division Director for retention?

    <p>For the Division Director's knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can an employee and the Sheriff do if they are not satisfied with the decision of the Board?

    <p>Challenge the decision in court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for paying the witnesses called by the Board?

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

    How does the Board make decisions on appeals?

    <p>By majority vote after deliberation of the facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the Board does not sustain an action by the Sheriff?

    <p>The Board may order reinstatement with back pay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the extent of the Board's authority regarding imposing penalties?

    <p>The Board cannot impose penalties harsher than the appealed action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In appeals based on permanent position change, what criteria does the Board use to make decisions?

    <p>Whether the change is disciplinary or based on agency's best interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

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