14 Questions
Which employees are eligible to undergo a probationary period as a corrective action?
Employees who have not met the required standards
What happens if an employee not attaining regular status is terminated during the first probationary period?
The termination will be final with no rights of appeal
What is the consequence of an employee being out on extended absence during their probationary period?
Their probationary period will be extended
Who must be notified in writing of the date to extend the probationary period?
Human Resources
What is the maximum duration of a probationary period extension?
Six months
What is included in the definition of extended absences?
Temporary assignments outside the regular work location, Workers' Compensation, FMLA, and others
What is the duration of the probation period for a newly promoted employee?
At least 6 months
When does the probation period for a Deputy Sheriff begin?
Swearing-in date
What happens to an employee who has a status change in the same job classification?
They do not have to serve a new probationary period
What is the purpose of the probation period?
To evaluate employees in new positions
What is the consequence for an employee who does not satisfactorily complete their probationary period?
Their probationary period may be extended or they may be returned to a prior rank and position
What is the duration of the probation period for a newly hired Civilian employee?
At least 12 months
What happens to an employee after successful completion of their probationary period?
They are considered a regular employee in that position with all privileges and benefits
What is a characteristic of an employee who has successfully completed probation as a new employee?
They are considered a regular employee
Study Notes
Probation Policy
- New employees serve a standard probation period of 12 months, commencing from:
- Date of hire for civilian employees
- Swearing-in date for Deputy Sheriffs
Types of Probation
- New Employee Probation: 12 months for newly hired employees
- Promoted Employee Probation: At least 6 months, may be extended for an additional 6 months, commencing from promotion date
- Regular Employee: Employees who have successfully completed probation as new employees
Probation Procedure
- Employees will be closely supervised, trained, and evaluated during their probationary period to meet required standards
- Employees who have a status change (part-time to full-time or full-time to part-time) in the same job classification will not have to serve a new probationary period
- After successful completion and evaluation of their probationary period, employees will be considered regular employees in that position, with all privileges and benefits
Options for Employees who do not Satisfactorily Complete Probation
- Extension of probationary period (changes the employee's anniversary date)
- Retreat or return to prior rank and position (if vacancy exists)
- Termination, if the employee is newly hired
Additional Probationary Periods
- A probationary period may be imposed on regular employees as a corrective action to give additional training or observation for employees not meeting required standards
- An employee's probation may be extended for the length of time the employee was out on extended absence, including temporary assignments, Workers' Compensation, FMLA, etc.
Termination
- If an employee not attaining regular status is terminated during the employee's first probationary period, such termination will be final with no rights of appeal
- An employee's probationary period may be extended for an additional six months at the Sheriff's option, with notice to the employee given before the expiration of the probationary period
This quiz covers the probation policies and guidelines for new employees, deputies, and promoted employees in the Sheriff's department, including the standard probation period and evaluation criteria.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
