Questions and Answers
What is the primary responsibility of the Personnel Resource Management Section (PRMS) regarding newly sworn officers?
Which section is tasked with advising the State of Florida on separations of sworn police personnel?
Which step is necessary before an employee can separate or be decertified?
What must occur before the application for certification can be reviewed?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the registration forms for certification?
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What is required from the IAS when the City terminates a sworn police employee?
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What must sworn police employees do upon reinstatement to full duty after termination?
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What form must the IAS complete to document the reason for a separation?
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Before sworn police employees can be assigned to active duty after reinstatement, what temporary reassignment must they undergo?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the reinstatement process for sworn police employees?
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What is the primary goal of the Early Intervention - Incident Tracking System (EI-ITS)?
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Who mandates the Early Intervention - Incident Tracking System (EI-ITS)?
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Which performance indicator is NOT mentioned as part of the EI-ITS policy?
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What must supervisors do during their tour of duty regarding the EI-ITS?
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How often are the complaint cases listed in the EI-ITS Quarterly Memorandum reviewed?
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What is emphasized as a key aspect officers must practice according to the EI-ITS policy?
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Which section of the EI-ITS Quarterly Memorandum details reprimand cases?
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What is the time period considered for listing officers with complaints in the EI-ITS?
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Which body receives copies of the EI-ITS Quarterly Memorandum?
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What is considered a long-term objective of the EI-ITS?
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Study Notes
Police Standards Certification and Decertification
- Miami Police Department (MPD) adheres to Florida Statute §943.1395 for certification and decertification processes.
- Certification authority is provided by the State of Florida, managed by the Internal Affairs Section (IAS) and the Personnel Resource Management Section (PRMS).
- PRMS ensures newly sworn officers achieve State certification; IAS notifies the State of any sworn personnel separations.
Certification Process
- The Recruitment and Selection Unit completes registration forms required by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) for police applicants entering the training academy.
- Completed forms are forwarded to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) for review post-graduation from a State certified training academy.
- Certification requirements also extend to auxiliary officers.
Separation and Decertification
- Before separation, employees must obtain a Clearance for Separation of Employment form from PRMS and gather necessary signatures, including that of the IAS Commander.
- IAS submits an FDLE Affidavit of Separation detailing the reasons for separation via the Automated Training System (ATMS).
- If termination is by the City, written documentation of internal or criminal investigations is provided to CJSTC upon request.
Reinstatement Process
- Sworn employees reinstated after termination must report to the Personnel Unit for re-assessment.
- Reinstatement includes completing background checks, medical screenings, and necessary administrative paperwork.
- Cleared personnel are temporarily reassigned to ensure compliance with FDLE training standards before returning to active duty.
Early Intervention-Incident Tracking System (EI-ITS)
- EI-ITS is established for monitoring officers' performance through various indicators, including complaints and use of force incidents.
- Designed to identify performance issues early and instigate corrective actions, fostering a culture of accountability in the department.
- The Chief of Police mandates EI-ITS, monitored by IAS, with supervisors responsible for reviewing the Early Intervention Dashboard.
Performance Monitoring
- EI-ITS Quarterly Memorandum contains data spanning complaints, incidents of resistance, reprimands, and firearm discharges over specified timeframes.
- Significant emphasis on identifying members with multiple performance indicators to allow for preemptive interventions.
Responsibilities and Review Process
- Section commanders are tasked with reviewing EI-ITS Quarterly Reports and ensuring immediate supervisors conduct thorough evaluations of officer incidents listed.
- Recommendations for officers may include retraining, reassignment, or referrals to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Review processes involve document tracking throughout the chain of command, allowing for transparent assessment of performance and corrective actions.
Documentation and Filing
- IAS maintains comprehensive files pertaining to EI-ITS reports, including individual profiles for officers flagged in evaluations.
- ITS filing system includes master files categorized by performance indicators for structured tracking and future reference.
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Description
This quiz evaluates your understanding of the policies, organization, responsibilities, and procedures regarding police standards certification and decertification at the Miami Police Department. It is based on Florida Statute §943.1395 and explores the administration of these standards.
