Lieutenant Promotion Exam Structure

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What percentage of the overall grade is the written examination worth?

40%

10%

30%

20% (correct)

How many members are on the interview panel board for Lieutenant?

3

6

5

4 (correct)

What is the minimum score required to pass each category of the test?

80%

60%

70% (correct)

75%

What is the cumulative score required to qualify for promotion?

80% Signup and view all the answers

Who may conduct an interview and/or oral assessment with each eligible Lieutenant or Driver/Operator candidate?

Fire Chief Signup and view all the answers

How long is the list of qualified candidates valid for?

24 months Signup and view all the answers

What happens to candidates who enter their second year on the eligibility list?

They have the option to keep their score or retake the examination Signup and view all the answers

What determines the ranking of candidates on the eligibility list?

Their most recent test score Signup and view all the answers

What is the time limit for the parties to meet and select an arbitrator after receiving a notice of arbitration?

Ten (10) calendar days Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service in the arbitration process?

To provide a list of qualified arbitrators Signup and view all the answers

Who bears the expense of their own witnesses and representatives during the arbitration hearing?

Each party Signup and view all the answers

What is the time limit for the arbitrator to make a decision after the hearing?

Thirty (30) calendar days Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of the arbitrator's authority in the grievance procedure?

The arbitrator can only consider the written grievance Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a decision is rendered in arbitration?

The non-prevailing party pays the cost and expenses of the arbitrator Signup and view all the answers

What type of disciplinary actions are not subject to the arbitration process?

Both written and verbal reprimand Signup and view all the answers

How are the names of the arbitrators selected from the list provided by the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service?

Alternately by the Union and the City Signup and view all the answers

How much time must an employee wait before becoming eligible to exchange shifts?

Six (6) months of continuous service Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of changes allowed from the original approved shift swap?

One (1) change Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do upon receiving notice to serve in a judicial proceeding?

Notify their immediate supervisor only Signup and view all the answers

How long does an employee have to pay back a shift exchange?

One hundred and eighty (180) day time period Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an employee reinstate scheduled leave hours?

When they are required to attend a judicial proceeding related to their employment Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate of compensatory time earned for each hour worked in excess of 106 during a 14-day pay period?

One and one-half (1 ½) hours worked for each hour worked Signup and view all the answers

How are employees compensated for appearing in a judicial proceeding on behalf of the City while off-duty?

They are compensated for the hours worked, including waiting time Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of monitoring sick leave usage during a shift exchange?

To monitor abuse and charge against the individual using sick leave for purposes of overtime compensation Signup and view all the answers

What happens to fees paid to an employee for appearing in a judicial proceeding on behalf of the City?

The fees are paid to the City Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Educational Assistance Program?

To help employees defray the costs of educational opportunities Signup and view all the answers

What is the rate of holiday pay for light-duty assignments?

Eight (8) hours of regular pay per City holiday Signup and view all the answers

Why is light-duty offered for off the job injuries?

If there is a mutual benefit to the employee and the Department Signup and view all the answers

What type of courses are encouraged by the City of Titusville?

Both job-related and self-improvement courses Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition does the City's Educational Assistance Program not apply?

When the City requires an employee to attend a course Signup and view all the answers

How is an employee's wages and leave accruals adjusted for light-duty assignments in excess of two weeks?

To a forty (40) hour work schedule rate Signup and view all the answers

Who may attend contract negotiations while on-duty?

Accredited representatives of the IAFF, upon approval of the Fire Chief Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of providing copies of the Agreement and policies to each fire station and each Union Officer?

To ensure all members have access to the information Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation on bulletin board use by the Union?

Items that promote negative images of staff cannot be posted Signup and view all the answers

What is a grievance, as defined in this Agreement?

Any of the above Signup and view all the answers

Who may use the Department's Email service?

The Union representative, in accordance with the City's Email Policy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the grievance process, as stated in this Agreement?

To provide an orderly process for the settlement of disputes Signup and view all the answers

Who is allowed to attend on-duty department-related meetings at the discretion of the Fire Chief?

The Union representative Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of providing bulletin board space at each fire station?

To post various notices and information, as mutually agreed by the Fire Chief and the Union President Signup and view all the answers