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What is the minimum passing score for the Written Exam?

70 (correct)

How is the score for the Assessment Center calculated?

By summing the scores of two exercises

By averaging four exercises

By taking the highest score of three exercises

By averaging three exercises (correct)

Who manages the calculation of scores for the Written Exam?

The third party vendor (correct)

The assessors at the Assessment Center

The Union Representative

The Deputy Chief of Administration

What happens if a candidate scores below 60% on any component of the Assessment Center?

They will no longer continue in the process Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take for the third party vendor to officially score the Written Exam after completion?

1 week Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the total score is the Written Exam weighted in the WE/AC Combined Score calculation?

50% Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the individual final testing report produced by the third-party vendor?

Feedback from assessors Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Union Representative in the score discussion?

To discuss changes to the score Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of Bonus Points a candidate can earn?

23.5 points Signup and view all the answers

Which degree earns the highest educational bonus points?

Doctorate Degree Signup and view all the answers

How many points are awarded for each complete year of service credit?

0.5 points Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT count towards Bonus Points?

Degree certificates Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a candidate fails to have an official transcript on file?

They will lose all potential Bonus Points. Signup and view all the answers

When are candidates notified of additional points they have been awarded?

After the Assessment Center Signup and view all the answers

What is required for candidates to validate their education points?

Submitting an official transcript Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about service credit is true?

Only consecutive years of service will be awarded credit. Signup and view all the answers

What is required from personnel interested in being a Subject Matter Expert (SME)?

Submit an application by July 15th. Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if an SME fails to uphold confidentiality?

They will face disciplinary action. Signup and view all the answers

Who will manage the administration and scoring of the testing process?

A third-party vendor. Signup and view all the answers

When will the notification for test dates be sent out?

30 days prior to the tests. Signup and view all the answers

What must an SME do if selected?

Sign a confidentiality document. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding Union Representatives during the testing process?

They cannot be near the testing location. Signup and view all the answers

What must SMEs NOT do during the testing process?

Provide assistance or guidance to candidates. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the IAFF Union Representative fulfill during testing?

They must attend the assessment center evaluator training. Signup and view all the answers

How many years of service are required to be eligible for promotion to Captain rank?

10 years Signup and view all the answers

If a member has served as a Paramedic for 4 years and then becomes an Engineer, how many more years must they serve before qualifying for promotion to Lieutenant rank?

3 years as Engineer Signup and view all the answers

When is the eligibility for testing determined for promotion?

As of October 1st of the testing year Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a 'B-List' eligibility list?

To keep repeated testing to a minimum Signup and view all the answers

For members who transitioned from Lieutenant to Captain rank, how long must they have served in their current rank to be eligible for promotion to Commander rank?

3 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the eligibility requirements for a member to promote to the rank of Engineer?

4 years in the department with no rank requirements Signup and view all the answers

In the event someone becomes both an Engineer and a Paramedic, how is the time calculated for promotion eligibility?

Years served in either rank contribute to the total Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of years a firefighter must serve before being eligible for the rank of Commander?

13 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the method used to calculate the Assessment Center Score for a Lieutenant?

Averaging the scores of the three exercises Signup and view all the answers

Which assessment center component is included in the evaluation for a Captain?

Structured Oral Interview Signup and view all the answers

How are the three assessment center exercises treated in the calculation of scores for a Battalion?

Scores are averaged to form the Assessment Center Score Signup and view all the answers

What assessment center component is listed for the rank of Commander?

Community Presentation Signup and view all the answers

Which rank is assessed with 'Role Playing' as one of its components?

Lieutenant Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the phrase 'three exercises are weighted equally' in the assessment evaluation process?

Each exercise contributes equally to the final score Signup and view all the answers

What assessment component is specifically required for a Battalion?

Tactical Scenario Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not an assessment center component for the rank of Commander?

Written Exercise Signup and view all the answers

What does the assessment for the rank of Captain include?

Written Exercise and Structured Oral Interview Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Promotion Eligibility

To be eligible for promotion, firefighters must meet the requirements listed in the job description for the position.
Eligibility is determined by the date of hire into a bargaining unit position or rank. This may be different from the seniority date.
Members must meet the years of service and rank by October 1st of the testing year.
In addition to job description requirements, personnel must meet training standards outlined by the department.

B-List Eligibility

The department may determine if a rank requires a "B-List" to minimize repeated testing.
When a "B-List" is needed, it will be announced with the study materials by July 1st.
Personnel not eligible to test in the current cycle but eligible in the next cycle (2 years later) are eligible to test and be placed on a "B-List."
SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) will be chosen from personnel holding the rank that is being tested or a higher rank.
SMEs will validate written test questions and help develop assessment center components.
Individuals interested in being SMEs must submit their information by July 15th.
Selected SMEs sign a letter relinquishing their ability to test in the current promotion process and a confidentiality document.
SMEs are not allowed to help train candidates, and candidates cannot seek assistance from SMEs.

Posting

Notification of test dates will be sent at least 30 days prior.
Actual test dates may be dependent on the availability of the third-party vendor.

Process Management and Oversight

A third-party vendor manages, oversees, or delegates the administration and scoring of all portions of the testing process.
An IAFF Union Representative, not participating in the promotion process, will be present during the written test, attend assessment center evaluator training, and be available for consultation with management during the assessment center.
The Union Representative and SMEs will not be in the room or immediate vicinity of the testing location.

Engineer Qualification Course Components

The components and weight of this course are detailed in Department Engineer Academy Policy #201-014.

Assessment Center Components and Weights

Lieutenant: Tactical Scenario, Role Playing, Structured Oral Interview (all are weighted equally)
Captain: Tactical Scenario, Written Exercise, Structured Oral Interview (all are weighted equally)
Battalion: Tactical Scenario (all are weighted equally)
Commander: In/Out Basket, Community Presentation/Public Speaking

Education Bonus Points

Candidates with degrees must submit transcripts to the HR Fire Department Employment Specialist.
Points are awarded for the highest degree or hours earned from an accredited institution.
Doctorate: 10 points
Master's: 8 points
Bachelor's: 6 points
Associate's: 4 points
40+ hours of credit: 3 points
An accredited institution website is used to verify degrees: [Website omitted]

Service Credit (Bonus Points)

Service credit is awarded from the date of hire into a bargaining unit position up to October 1st of the test year.
Credit is only given for complete years of service.
Service credit is awarded at 0.5 points per year.
Breaks in service are not counted, only consecutive service years are.

Scoring

The maximum amount of Bonus Points a candidate can earn is 23.5.
Bonus points are added to the scores of candidates who successfully complete the Written Test and Assessment Center/Engineer Qualification Course.
Points are given for the Arduous Pack Test, education, and service credit.
Candidates are notified of their bonus points and can dispute them within 10 business days.
Information listed in the application for Education will be validated against the official transcript.
Failure to have an official transcript on file will eliminate the points awarded for education.

Written Test Review

Candidates complete the written test and score it themselves.
Issues or disputes with questions must be resolved before candidates leave the test site.
All materials from the reading list are available at the test site.
Disputes are sent to the third-party vendor for determination.
Official scoring is done by the third-party vendor within one week of the test.
The final score is validated by the third-party vendor.
Any changes to the score are discussed between the Union Representative, the member, and the Deputy Chief of Administration.

Written Exam (WE) Score

The written exam is managed by the third-party vendor.
The Written Exam score is weighted at 50% when calculating the WE/AC Combined Score.
Each question is worth 1 point.
The minimum passing score is 70%. Candidates scoring below 70% fail and are eliminated from the process.

Assessment Center (AC) Scoring or Engineer Qualification Course

Scoring is managed by the third-party vendor.
All three assessment center exercises or Engineer Qualification Course components are weighted equally (1/3 each).
The minimum passing score is 70%. Candidates must also score at least 60% on each component.
Scores below 70% overall or below 60% on any component result in failure and elimination from the process.
The Assessment Center or Engineer Qualification Course score is weighted at 50% in calculating the WE/AC Combined Score.

Publishing Scores

The third-party vendor produces final reports for each candidate who attended the assessment center.
The reports summarize performance and include feedback from assessors.

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Test your knowledge on the requirements for firefighter promotion eligibility, including B-List criteria and training standards. This quiz covers essential policies that affect personnel advancement within the department. Ensure you are familiar with these important guidelines to succeed in your promotion tests.