60 Questions
According to Article 27, if a bargaining unit member is assigned to serve as a temporary replacement for an absent supervisor, how much will they be paid?
Five percent above their regular rate of pay
According to Article 28, how much supplemental pay will Field Training Deputies (FTD's) receive in addition to their base salary?
$200.00 per month
According to Article 28, how much overtime or compensatory time will actively training FTD's receive for each day they train a trainee?
1 hour
According to Article 28, if a bargaining unit member who has completed a minimum of two (2) years in the FTD program no longer wishes to perform as an FTD, what can they request?
A transfer to a district of their choice
When can a bargaining unit member attend training in an on-duty status?
If the training is approved by the chain of command
When can a bargaining unit member attend career development (incentive) courses in an on-duty status?
If the courses are accomplished outside of Broward County
How many hours of non-mandatory training per calendar year are bargaining unit members allowed?
40 hours
Which departments are exempted from the provision of providing ten (10) working days' notice prior to a transfer?
Technical Services
How many minimum appearance fees daily are allowed for a bargaining unit member subpoenaed to appear as a witness in a case not involving the Sheriff’s Office and not directly related to the bargaining unit member’s personal affairs?
Two (2)
What is the minimum time off without pay that a bargaining unit member must take to respond to a subpoena related to their personal affairs?
Three (3) hours
What is the rate of pay for bargaining unit members who are ordered or directed to return to work after completing their scheduled shifts?
One and one half times their straight time rate of pay
What is the maximum amount of time spent obtaining speedometer calibration for ALPHA shift bargaining unit members that will be paid at their straight time rate of pay?
One and one half (1 ½) hours
Which bargaining unit members are eligible to receive the TFO supplemental pay?
Bargaining unit members working a 12 hour shift
What happens if a bargaining unit member is assigned to multiple special assignments concurrently?
They can only receive one supplemental assignment pay
Which bargaining unit members are eligible for hazardous duty pay?
Bargaining unit members not receiving a specialty unit assignment supplemental pay
What is the purpose of the Quick Response Force (QRF) supplement?
To provide additional pay for QRF members activated by the Sheriff or designee
Which of the following is true about bargaining unit members who offer a 'ride along' to a trainee?
They will not be considered part-time trainers
Who is eligible for a supplement to their base salary?
Bargaining unit members residing in the tri-county area without assigned vehicles
What happens if a bargaining unit member loses their vehicle supplement due to a restrictive administrative assignment and investigation resulting in termination of employment?
They can request the vehicle supplement as a lost benefit upon reinstatement
What does BSO reserve the right to do in relation to the loss of the vehicle supplement during a restrictive administrative assignment and investigation resulting in discipline less than termination of employment?
Enumerate the loss of the vehicle supplement as part of the discipline
Changes in assignments, shift, or days off will not be made solely to avoid paying additional compensation to the bargaining unit member, except for special events or public safety concerns.
Changes in assignments, shift, or days off can only be made if it avoids paying additional compensation
How much notice should be provided for a change in assignment, shift, or days off due to a special event or public safety concern?
At least two weeks' notice
What happens if a bargaining unit member's request for transfer is denied at the district level?
The request is sent to the chain of command for review
According to Article 25, which of the following is NOT a compensation entitlement for a bargaining unit member appearing as a witness in court?
Regular pay if called to testify during regularly scheduled work hours.
If a bargaining unit member is subpoenaed to testify, appear in court, or present a case to the State Attorney’s Office within 60 minutes before the start or at the end of his/her shift, how will the compensation be calculated?
One and one-half (1 ½) times the bargaining unit member’s straight time rate of pay for the actual time spent in court before or after his/her regular shift.
How will a bargaining unit member be compensated if they are required to appear more than once during a day?
An additional three (3) hour minimum if the second subpoena requires the bargaining unit member’s appearance three (3) or more hours from the beginning time of the first subpoena.
Which bargaining unit members will receive a supplement in addition to their base salary of $225.00 bi-weekly?
Deputies assigned to operate rotary-wing aircraft
What happens to the supplemental pay if a deputy assigned to operate a rotary-wing aircraft receives a different assignment?
The deputy will lose the supplemental pay
Which bargaining unit members will receive a supplement in addition to their base salary of $125.00 bi-weekly?
Bargaining unit members regularly assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit
Which bargaining unit members will receive a $75.00 bi-weekly supplement in addition to their base salary?
Bargaining unit members regularly assigned to Training Division
According to Article 25, how will a bargaining unit member be compensated if they are required to appear as a witness in court during regularly scheduled work hours?
They will receive regular pay.
If a bargaining unit member is subpoenaed to testify or present a case to the State Attorney’s Office outside their regular work hours, how will they be compensated?
They will receive one and one-half times their straight time rate of pay.
If a bargaining unit member is subpoenaed to testify or present a case to the State Attorney’s Office within 60 minutes before the start or at the end of their shift, how will they be compensated?
They will not be compensated.
Which of the following is NOT considered a change in assignments, shift, or days off solely to avoid paying additional compensation to the bargaining unit member?
Changes made with at least two weeks' notice
What is the time frame for a transfer request to automatically expire if not granted or denied?
90 days
Under what circumstances will bargaining unit members be selected off an eligibility list for a specialized unit transfer?
If a vacancy exists in the specialized unit
According to Article 29.5, how should payment for attendance at approved career development training courses be handled?
Payment for attendance is handled as prescribed by Florida Statutes, Section 943.22.
According to Article 29.7, how many hours of non-mandatory training per calendar year are bargaining unit members allowed?
40 hours
According to Article 30.1, who has the sole right to transfer bargaining unit members?
The Sheriff
According to Article 30.3, what happens to approved annual, holiday, sick, or compensatory time for involuntarily transferred bargaining unit members?
It can be used as previously scheduled.
According to Article 25, if a bargaining unit member is subpoenaed to appear as a witness in a case not involving the Sheriff’s Office and not directly related to the bargaining unit member’s personal affairs, what will be the compensation entitlement?
Time off without pay
According to Article 25, if a bargaining unit member is subpoenaed to appear as a witness in a case related to their personal affairs, how will the time off be compensated?
Time off without pay
According to Article 26, if a bargaining unit member is ordered or directed to return to work after completing their scheduled shifts, how will they be compensated?
Paid at one and one half times the straight time rate of pay for hours worked
According to Article 26, which of the following situations is NOT considered an order to return to work?
Working before or after a continuous shift
According to Article 27, if a bargaining unit member is assigned to serve as a temporary replacement for an absent supervisor, how much will they be paid for all work performed in the temporary position?
Five percent above their current rate of pay
According to Article 28, how much supplemental pay will Field Training Deputies (FTD's) receive in addition to their base salary?
$200.00 per month
According to Article 28, how much additional time beyond their scheduled shift will Field Training Deputies (FTD's) reasonably spend on written component to the FTD duties?
One (1) extra hour per day
According to Article 28, how much overtime or compensatory time will actively training FTD's receive for each day that they are training a trainee?
One (1) hour
According to Article 28, which of the following bargaining unit members will NOT receive a supplement in addition to their base salary?
Bargaining unit members regularly assigned to the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit
According to Article 28, which of the following bargaining unit members will receive a supplement in addition to their base salary of $75.00 bi-weekly?
Bargaining unit members regularly assigned to Criminal Investigations (CI)
According to Article 28, which of the following bargaining unit members will receive a supplement in addition to their base salary of $150.00 bi-weekly?
Bargaining unit members regularly assigned to SWAT
According to Article 28, which of the following bargaining unit members will receive a supplement in addition to their base salary of $225.00 bi-weekly?
Bargaining unit members regularly assigned to the VIPER
Which bargaining unit members are eligible to receive a vehicle supplement in addition to their base salary?
Bargaining unit members without assigned vehicles who reside in the tri-county area
Under what circumstances can a bargaining unit member request the vehicle supplement as a lost benefit?
If they suffer a loss of vehicle supplement due to a restrictive administrative assignment and investigation resulting in termination of employment
What does BSO reserve the right to do in relation to the loss of the vehicle supplement during a restrictive administrative assignment and investigation resulting in discipline less than termination of employment?
BSO reserves the right to enumerate the loss of the vehicle supplement as part of the discipline accompanying the suspension
What is the purpose of the Quick Response Force (QRF) supplement?
To provide additional compensation to bargaining unit members who participate in the Quick Response Force (QRF)
Which of the following bargaining unit members is eligible to receive the TFO supplemental pay?
Bargaining unit members assigned as full-time Tactical Flight Officers
Which of the following is true about the Quick Response Force (QRF) supplement?
Bargaining unit members who receive the QRF supplement receive a percentage increase in their base hourly pay while activated
Which of the following is NOT a compensation entitlement for a bargaining unit member appearing as a witness in court?
Compensation for meals during court proceedings
Which of the following is true about the hazardous duty pay supplement for bargaining unit members?
Bargaining unit members working a 40-hour work week receive a higher bi-weekly supplement than those working a 12-hour shift
Quiz: Understanding Payment for Career Development Training Courses Test your knowledge on the payment policies for career development training courses. Learn about the conditions under which attendance at these courses is approved, the role of the chain of command in granting approval, and whether payment is applicable. Improve your understanding of the payment provisions for career development training in a law enforcement context.
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