SJSO Grievances Policy Quiz

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What is the main purpose of the SJSO Grievances policy?

To establish guidelines for addressing perceived unfair treatment (correct)

To increase time limitations for filing grievances

To promote favoritism in the workplace

To evaluate employee performance

When can an employee file a grievance according to the policy?

Only after informing the Sheriff directly

When the employee feels rules are unjust or inequitable (correct)

When the interpretation of rules is fair

Only when a performance evaluation is inaccurate

Who is responsible for coordinating the grievance procedure based on the information provided?

The Sheriff

Performance evaluation team

Supervisor of the accused employee

Undersheriff or the GNSV Division Director (correct)

What action may be taken if the employee's Supervisor is involved in the perceived offense?

The Undersheriff or GNSV Division Director may handle the grievance Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can the Sheriff or designee extend time limits within the grievance process?

If the grievance or grievance process is complex Signup and view all the answers

What types of matters are deemed grievable according to the policy?

Matters that affect an employee unjustly or inequitably Signup and view all the answers

Can an employee file a grievance against their performance evaluation alone?

No, a grievance cannot be filed against a performance evaluation Signup and view all the answers

Where should an employee escalate a grievance if their Supervisor is involved?

To the Undersheriff or GNSV Division Director Signup and view all the answers

Within how many calendar days should the Supervisor orally provide an answer after the employee raises an issue?

7 days Signup and view all the answers

If the answer provided by the Supervisor orally is unsatisfactory, what form should the employee complete and submit within the given timeframe?

SJSO-019 Signup and view all the answers

What should the written grievance contain?

A statement of the grievance and the facts Signup and view all the answers

How should the Supervisor acknowledge the receipt of the grievance?

In writing Signup and view all the answers

Within how many calendar days should the Supervisor respond in writing after receiving the written grievance?

7 days Signup and view all the answers

What should the written response from the Supervisor contain?

An analysis of the alleged violation Signup and view all the answers

What should the Supervisor affirm or deny in the written response?

The fact Signup and view all the answers

Where should the signature of the Supervisor be placed on the written response?

At the bottom right corner Signup and view all the answers

Who maintains and controls all grievance records according to the text?

GNSV Division Director Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an employee fails to respond to a reply from the Supervisor or Division Director within the time limit?

The grievance will be void and closed Signup and view all the answers

What type of representation is allowed for employees at appeal boards according to the text?

Employee private attorney representation Signup and view all the answers

How are incoming grievances handled during each calendar year according to the text?

Kept in a locked cabinet in the GNSV Division Director's office Signup and view all the answers

What action does the GNSV Division Director take if an employee accepts a solution at any step in the grievance process?

Closes the grievance Signup and view all the answers

What does the GNSV Division Director do if the aggrieved employee does not respond to a reply within the time limit as per the text?

Sends a written notice that the grievance is void and closed Signup and view all the answers

In what situation does the GNSV Division Director send a written notice to the employee according to the text?

If the employee does not respond within the time limit Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of private attorneys of employees according to the text?

Resolving grievances outside the appeal boards Signup and view all the answers

What action should a Supervisor take if a grievance is not resolved within seven (7) calendar days?

Forward the issue to the Division Director within seven (7) calendar days. Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step the Division Director should take if they are not able to give the employee a satisfactory answer?

Arrange a meeting with the employee and the Sheriff. Signup and view all the answers

If more than ten (10) calendar days pass without notification, what action is the employee authorized to take?

Directly contact the Division Director. Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for the Sheriff to advise the employee of their decision following a personal conference?

Within ten (10) calendar days Signup and view all the answers

When is the Supervisor required to forward the Grievance Form to the GNSV Division Director?

Within seven (7) calendar days Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the Division Director doesn't respond within ten (10) calendar days?

The matter is automatically resolved in favor of the employee. Signup and view all the answers

If at any time disciplinary action is required, what policy will be followed?

Policy 26.4 Signup and view all the answers

Who has the final authority in the grievance procedure according to the text?

Sheriff Signup and view all the answers

Who is allowed access to the grievance files according to the text?

Sheriff and Division Directors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Open Door' policy mentioned in the text?

To provide employees with a channel to communicate directly with the Sheriff Signup and view all the answers

What should employees not be penalized for when using the Open Door Policy?

Discussing personal matters with the Sheriff Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for employees to safeguard against possible unfair treatment?

Utilize the Open Door policy and grievance procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the GNSV Division Director regarding grievances as per the text?

Conduct an annual analysis of agency grievances Signup and view all the answers

What does an existing trend of grievances suggest in the context of the text?

Measures must be taken to reduce future grievances Signup and view all the answers

To whom is a report of grievance analysis sent for review?

Sheriff Signup and view all the answers

What must employees do when using the Open Door Policy based on the text?

Notify their chain of command Signup and view all the answers

How frequently is the analysis of agency grievances conducted according to the text?

Annually Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having an Open Door Policy alongside the grievance procedure?

To safeguard against unfair treatment Signup and view all the answers

SJSO Grievances Policy Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the main purpose of the SJSO Grievances policy?

When can an employee file a grievance according to the policy?

Who is responsible for coordinating the grievance procedure based on the information provided?

What action may be taken if the employee's Supervisor is involved in the perceived offense?

In what circumstances can the Sheriff or designee extend time limits within the grievance process?

What types of matters are deemed grievable according to the policy?

Can an employee file a grievance against their performance evaluation alone?

Where should an employee escalate a grievance if their Supervisor is involved?

Within how many calendar days should the Supervisor orally provide an answer after the employee raises an issue?

If the answer provided by the Supervisor orally is unsatisfactory, what form should the employee complete and submit within the given timeframe?

What should the written grievance contain?

How should the Supervisor acknowledge the receipt of the grievance?

Within how many calendar days should the Supervisor respond in writing after receiving the written grievance?

What should the written response from the Supervisor contain?

What should the Supervisor affirm or deny in the written response?

Where should the signature of the Supervisor be placed on the written response?

Who maintains and controls all grievance records according to the text?

What happens if an employee fails to respond to a reply from the Supervisor or Division Director within the time limit?

What type of representation is allowed for employees at appeal boards according to the text?

How are incoming grievances handled during each calendar year according to the text?

What action does the GNSV Division Director take if an employee accepts a solution at any step in the grievance process?

What does the GNSV Division Director do if the aggrieved employee does not respond to a reply within the time limit as per the text?

In what situation does the GNSV Division Director send a written notice to the employee according to the text?

What is the role of private attorneys of employees according to the text?

What action should a Supervisor take if a grievance is not resolved within seven (7) calendar days?

What is the next step the Division Director should take if they are not able to give the employee a satisfactory answer?

If more than ten (10) calendar days pass without notification, what action is the employee authorized to take?

What is the time frame for the Sheriff to advise the employee of their decision following a personal conference?

When is the Supervisor required to forward the Grievance Form to the GNSV Division Director?

What happens if the Division Director doesn't respond within ten (10) calendar days?

If at any time disciplinary action is required, what policy will be followed?

Who has the final authority in the grievance procedure according to the text?

Who is allowed access to the grievance files according to the text?

What is the purpose of the 'Open Door' policy mentioned in the text?

What should employees not be penalized for when using the Open Door Policy?

What is the recommended action for employees to safeguard against possible unfair treatment?

What is the role of the GNSV Division Director regarding grievances as per the text?

What does an existing trend of grievances suggest in the context of the text?

To whom is a report of grievance analysis sent for review?

What must employees do when using the Open Door Policy based on the text?

How frequently is the analysis of agency grievances conducted according to the text?

What is the purpose of having an Open Door Policy alongside the grievance procedure?

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