Workplace Harassment Complaint Handling

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Who is responsible for reviewing and amending personnel rules and regulations for the City's classified service?

The City Council

The City Manager

The Mayor

The Civil Service Board (correct)

Which of the following is NOT within the scope of the Civil Service Board's responsibility for reviewing and amending personnel rules and regulations?

Vacation time

Work hours

Longevity (correct)

Leaves of absence with pay

Who is authorized to implement amendments and revisions of personnel rules through an Administrative Directive, subject to certain conditions?

The Civil Service Board

The City Council

The City Manager (correct)

The Mayor

In what manner should amendments and revisions of personnel rules be adopted if funding related to the amendment is within the current fiscal year budget?

By implementation through an Administrative Directive Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for carefully reviewing any amendments and revisions of personnel rules initiated by the City Manager?

The Civil Service Board Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, who does the Handbook of Personnel Policies apply to?

All employees unless specifically exempted Signup and view all the answers

Which principle guides the personnel policies of the City to provide fair and equitable compensation and benefits?

Improving and utilizing employee skills Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for resolving concerns and disputes between employees according to the Open Door Policy?

Addressing concerns with immediate supervisor, then Department Director, Human Resources, and finally the City Manager Signup and view all the answers

In case of a conflict between an employment agreement and the personnel policies, which will control?

The employment agreement Signup and view all the answers

What does the City Manager have the discretion to do in relation to employee programs and compensation structures?

Amend or terminate them at any time with approval of the City Council Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of all City employment in non-bargaining probationary, seasonal, part-time, and temporary positions?

At-will Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for recruitment, selection, and retention of employees by the City?

Skills and ability to perform duties of their position Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the personnel policies based on the provided information?

To provide fair and equitable compensation and benefits within budget limitations Signup and view all the answers

What controls in case of a conflict between an existing Collective Bargaining Agreement and these policies?

The existing Collective Bargaining Agreement Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate authority to alter the at-will nature of City employment?

Written contract approved by City Council Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of nothing in the Handbook creating any contractual obligations?

It implies that all provisions are subject to change by the City at any time without notice. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for employees with personal concerns about the workplace according to the Open Door Policy?

They should bring concerns to their immediate supervisor or Department Director first. Signup and view all the answers

What is subject to funding through the budget process and may be amended or terminated at any time by the City Manager with approval of the City Council?

Employee compensation structures. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step employees are encouraged to take in order to resolve day-to-day issues relating to employment?

Confer with their immediate supervisor Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, who should the Mayor or any member of the City Council seek direction through when directing City employees?

The City Manager or his/her expressed designee Signup and view all the answers

What is the City's policy and practice regarding equal employment opportunity?

To prohibit retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what should employees do if they have questions or concerns about potential discriminatory or harassing conduct in the workplace?

Bring it to the attention of their supervisor(s) and/or the City Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is the City's responsibility as a public agency in terms of Equal Opportunity?

To ensure an on-going commitment to Equal Opportunity and making the workforce profiles more closely reflect the available labor force of the community Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of employment practices does the Equal Employment Opportunity policy cover according to the text?

All aspects, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfer, layoffs, and discipline Signup and view all the answers

When are employees with known disabilities not entitled to reasonable accommodations according to the policy?

When it would result in an undue hardship or cause a direct threat to the health or safety of others Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited by the City of Greenacres according to the text?

Retaliation against employees who report discrimination or harassment, or engage in any other activity protected by applicable law Signup and view all the answers

What is required if an employee sustains any type of physical or mental impairment during employment according to the policy?

The employee must provide medical documentation regarding any such impairment relating to disability and identify specific accommodations which may assist the employee Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do if their immediate supervisor is the subject of a complaint?

Make the complaint to another appropriate authority within 24 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is covered by the policy regarding Equal Employment Opportunity according to the text?

Only selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, benefits, and training Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do if they have questions or concerns about potential discriminatory or harassing conduct?

Bring such concerns immediately (within 24 hours) to their supervisor(s), Department Director, Human Resources, and/or the City Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step that Supervisors and Department Directors must take upon receiving a complaint?

Forward the complaint to Human Resources and then the City Manager Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following categories is NOT specifically mentioned as protected from harassment or discrimination in the workplace?

Political affiliation Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for an individual found to have engaged in harassing or discriminatory conduct in the workplace?

Discipline, up to and including termination Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances must external applicants submit fingerprints along with their employment application?

When applying for a non-bargaining position Signup and view all the answers

Who may conduct appropriate testing of applicants for particular positions?

Department Director or appropriate Department supervisor in consultation with Human Resources Signup and view all the answers

What type of checks will be conducted on employees who regularly operate City vehicles?

Criminal, academic, motor vehicle records, and employment checks Signup and view all the answers

Which form must each new employee properly complete as a condition of employment?

Form I-9 Signup and view all the answers

What should newly rehired employees do before commencing work?

Complete the Form I-9 if it has not been done previously Signup and view all the answers

What must employees with a suspended, revoked, or restricted license do in relation to operating City vehicles?

Provide authorization for periodic checks regarding driving history Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, who is eligible for Veteran's preference positions?

Active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces Signup and view all the answers

Which type of employees may be required to have certain vehicle licenses (e.g., CDL license) for certain positions?

Certain employees for certain positions Signup and view all the answers

What type of positions are NOT covered by Veteran's preference?

Department Directors Signup and view all the answers

What should persons with a disability requiring reasonable accommodations do before scheduling tests?

Contact Human Resources prior to scheduling tests Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of the special consideration given to a preferred applicant?

Waiver of postsecondary educational requirement Signup and view all the answers

What will be conducted in a manner consistent with federal and state law as part of the pre-employment process?

The entire hiring process Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to appoint, suspend, or remove all City employees?

The City Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is required if State or local Veterans preference laws and regulations are amended?

Compliance with the applicable amendments Signup and view all the answers

In what situation will a preference-eligible Veteran advance to the next step in the City’s selection process?

If they meet minimum qualifications for an open position Signup and view all the answers

What should be established in a veterans’ recruitment plan according to the passage?

Annual goals for ensuring the full use of veterans in the City’s workforce Signup and view all the answers

In what instances does Veteran’s preference not apply according to the passage?

Positions filled by elected officers and appointed vacancies Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the rights inform eligible individuals about Veteran's preference positions according to the passage?

The right to an investigation by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a preferred applicant at each step of the employment selection process?

Special consideration Signup and view all the answers

What is one instance where the City reserves the right to waive a postsecondary educational requirement?

For current members of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard or a veteran who has been honorably discharged Signup and view all the answers

What should be maintained by the City in accordance with federal and state laws?

Records which document the manner of selection and the propriety of the selection process and decision Signup and view all the answers

According to the given text, how long do rehired employees have to provide supporting documentation after completing Form I-9?

3 business days Signup and view all the answers

When must new hires be E-Verified?

Within 3 business days of beginning employment Signup and view all the answers

If an employee presents a List B document and is required to be E-Verified, what must that List B document contain?

A photograph Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following documents must be copied and kept with the employee's completed Form I-9 if the employee chooses to present it during the Form I-9 process?

U.S. passport/U.S. passport card Signup and view all the answers

According to the given text, what is the definition of 'relative' for the purpose of employment in the City?

Parent, child, sibling, or spouse only Signup and view all the answers

According to Florida law and as mentioned in the text, who is eligible to receive preference in appointment and retention in employment?

Veterans and certain family members Signup and view all the answers

As per the given text, who is eligible for preference in appointment and retention in employment?

Widows or widowers of Veterans regardless of service-connected disability Signup and view all the answers

According to the given text, who is eligible for preference in appointment and retention in employment if they served at least one (1) day during a wartime period?

"Wartime Veterans" as defined under Fla. Stat. § 1.01(14) Signup and view all the answers

"Wartime Veterans" as mentioned in the text refers to individuals who __________.

"Served at least one (1) day during a wartime period" Signup and view all the answers

What should happen if two employees change their family relationship by marriage or adoption so as to come in conflict with the restrictions on employment of relatives?

One of them shall be transferred to a different department if possible Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances does the City Manager or designee have ultimate discretion and authority to determine whether a relative’s appointment to a position is appropriate?

Only when there is an actual conflict of interest or appearance of a conflict of interest Signup and view all the answers