Employment Policy: Probationary Period

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How many department vehicles can be deployed at maximum during a pursuit?

Three department vehicles (correct)

Five department vehicles

Four department vehicles

Two department vehicles

What is one of the responsibilities of the monitoring supervisor during a pursuit?

Initiating the pursuit on foot

Approving or terminating a pursuit (correct)

Taking control of the primary pursuit vehicle

Terminating the pursuit only if asked

What level of supervision is required for deploying STOPSTICKS?

Sergeant (correct)

Lieutenant

Chief of Police

Officer-in-charge

In the scenario of an out-of-county agency's pursuit entering Fayette County, what should an officer do?

Support only if approved and requested Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the probationary period for recruit police officers?

15 months Signup and view all the answers

What criteria is analyzed before approving support units during a pursuit?

Number of suspects and known propensity for violence Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a notification responsibility of the supervisor during a pursuit?

Civilian staff member Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a responsibility of department vehicles during a pursuit?

Sustaining communication with the monitoring supervisor Signup and view all the answers

How many times may the probationary period be extended?

Twice in ninety-day increments for a total of an additional six months Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of days prior to an extension that the Chief of Police must notify the trainee in writing?

At least twenty days prior to any extension in writing Signup and view all the answers

How long is the list of eligible applicants for promotional processes effective?

Two years, unless exhausted Signup and view all the answers

What is the length of the probationary period for all promoted personnel?

A six-month probationary period without exception Signup and view all the answers

How frequently are performance evaluations required for department employees?

Annually Signup and view all the answers

How long shall completed performance evaluations be retained in the Personnel Records Unit?

The duration of employment with the department Signup and view all the answers

Employers are required to provide how much time for an employee to express breast milk?

A minimum of one hour per day Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about probationary periods is false?

Performance evaluations during probation are annual Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time frame for the completion of Bureau of Internal Affairs investigations?

30 days Signup and view all the answers

How many days in advance must a member be notified if layoffs are determined to be necessary?

14 days Signup and view all the answers

When a formal complaint is filed, how many calendar days must a member receive a written copy of the complaint?

14 calendar days Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of representatives from the lodge granted paid leave for grievances, excluding the President?

3 Members Signup and view all the answers

How long must a member request to view his interview scores after they are posted?

5 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of semester hours required for a Sergeant?

63 Signup and view all the answers

For how many days will the final list of scores from the written exam be posted?

14 days Signup and view all the answers

After a grievance event, within how many days must the immediate supervisor be notified orally?

10 days Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Probationary Periods

Initial probationary period lasts 36 months from the date of hire.
Extensions of the probationary period are allowed:
- Up to four times in 90-day increments for a total of six additional months.
- Up to three times in 90-day increments for six additional months.
- Twice in 90-day increments for six additional months.

Notification Requirements

Chief of Police must notify trainees of probation extensions at least 10, 15, 20, or 30 days prior in writing.

Promotional Process

Lists of eligible applicants for promotions are effective for two, three, or four years, unless exhausted.
Personnel promoted must serve a probationary period ranging from four to six months.

Performance Evaluations

Required performance evaluations for department employees occur annually.
All evaluations are maintained in Personnel Records Unit for the duration of employment or for a maximum of six years.

Breastfeeding Accommodations

Employers must provide adequate time and a maximum of two department vehicles (one for a supervisor) for employees to express breast milk.

Pursuit Control

The monitoring supervisor has various responsibilities:
- Approving or terminating pursuits.
- Directing pursuit vehicles and Air Support.
- Re-designating unit responsibilities.
Approval for deploying STOPSTICKS is needed from a Sergeant level or higher.

Out-of-County Pursuits

Officers may only support out-of-county agency pursuits if approved by a supervisor and requested by the out-of-county agency.

Supervisor Notifications

Supervisors must ensure that the sector command structure, including the Sector Commander and Lieutenant, are informed during a pursuit.

Recruit Police Officer Probation

Recruit police officers serve a 15-month probation starting from the date of hire.

Bureau of Internal Affairs Investigations

Investigations must be completed within 14, 30, 10, or 60 days from the complaint date.

Complaint Notification

Members filing formal complaints receive a written copy of the complaint within 10, 14 calendar, business, or work days.

Layoff Notifications

Members are notified of necessary layoffs at least 7, 10, 14, or 30 days in advance.

Paid Leave for Grievance Representatives

A maximum of two representatives from the lodge can be granted paid leave for grievances besides the President.

General Assembly Representatives

Up to two members may be selected to attend Kentucky General Assembly meetings.

Promotional Ranking List

Finalized promotion rankings must be provided to the lodge within five days of certification.

Temporary Assignments

The Chief can temporarily assign a member to any vacancy for up to 30, 60, 6 months, or 12 months.

Semester Hour Requirement for Sergeants

A minimum of 63 semester hours is required for Sergeants.

Assessment Measures

Evaluation measures are based on Job Task Analysis for the position being tested.

Viewing Interview Scores

Members can request to view their interview scores within 10 or 14 days of posting.

Posting of Exam Scores

Final scores from written exams must be posted for a period of five, seven, ten, or 14 days.

Grievance Notification

For grievances, immediate supervisors must be notified orally within specific days of the grieved event.

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