Contract

Question 1

5.2 Whenever it is determined that Civil Emergency conditions exist, including riots, civil disorders, hurricane conditions, or similar catastrophes, or when such conditions can reasonably be determined to be imminent, excluding the normal operational requirements of major civic/sporting events such as the Super Bowl, the provisions of this Agreement may be suspended by the ________ and/or ________ during the time of the declared emergency provided that wage rates and monetary fringe benefits shall not be suspended.
A./B. Rank/Position

Answer 1

5.2 Whenever it is determined that Civil Emergency conditions exist, including riots, civil disorders, hurricane conditions, or similar catastrophes, or when such conditions can reasonably be determined to be imminent, excluding the normal operational requirements of major civic/sporting events such as the Super Bowl, the provisions of this Agreement may be suspended by the Mayor and/or Sheriff during the time of the declared emergency provided that wage rates and monetary fringe benefits shall not be suspended.

Question 2

8.1 Reissuance of Conflicting Written Directives
On or before ____________ days after City Council approval of this Agreement, all written directives issued by the Office of the Sheriff that are in conflict with the terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be reissued so that no conflicts exist between written directives and the terms of this Agreement.

Answer 2

8.1 Reissuance of Conflicting Written Directives
On or before sixty (60) days after City Council approval of this Agreement, all written directives issued by the Office of the Sheriff that are in conflict with the terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be reissued so that no conflicts exist between written directives and the terms of this Agreement.

Question 3

8.2 Notice and Scheduling of In-Service Training
It shall be the policy of the Office of the Sheriff whenever possible to give at least _______________ days’ notice to employees scheduled for in-service
training and to schedule employees on the midnight shift for such training after regular days off (RDO’s) have been observed. It is recognized,
however, that last minute changes are often necessitated due to unanticipated sickness, court subpoenas, family situations, etc., and such
situations may reduce the notification time in some cases.

Answer 3

8.2 Notice and Scheduling of In-Service Training
It shall be the policy of the Office of the Sheriff whenever possible to give at least ten (10) working days’ notice to employees scheduled for in-service
training and to schedule employees on the midnight shift for such training after regular days off (RDO’s) have been observed. It is recognized,
however, that last minute changes are often necessitated due to unanticipated sickness, court subpoenas, family situations, etc., and such
situations may reduce the notification time in some cases.

Question 4

8.3 Emergency Situation Meals
In accordance with the Master Plan for Emergency Control of the Office of the Sheriff, employees who are required or ordered to work more than ________ hours on a single tour of duty, due to a declared emergency, shall be furnished a hot meal on the ___________ and each succeeding day, within the twelve __________ tour of duty. The Office of the Sheriff will make a reasonable effort to designate a safe and secure area near the emergency area for employees to consume this meal. On the first day of said emergency situation, a reasonable effort will be made to furnish affected employees a hot meal within their twelve (12) hour tour of duty.
A. Time Frame
B. Day
C. Time Frame

Answer 4

8.3 Emergency Situation Meals
In accordance with the Master Plan for Emergency Control of the Office of the Sheriff, employees who are required or ordered to work more than
twelve (12) hours on a single tour of duty, due to a declared emergency, shall be furnished a hot meal on the second and each succeeding day, within the twelve (12) hour tour of duty. The Office of the Sheriff will make a reasonable effort to designate a safe and secure area near the emergency area for employees to consume this meal. On the first day of said emergency situation, a reasonable effort will be made to furnish affected employees a hot meal within their twelve (12) hour tour of duty.

Question 5

Any Police Officer who does not wish to ride with a particular individual may decline to do so by notifying his/her ____________________ through an Inter-department Correspondence (P-004). The correspondence shall outline the specific reasons for not wanting to ride with the individual which shall be forwarded to the JSO _______________. This refusal is for information only and will not become part of the employee’s personnel file or be used for purposes of disciplinary action and approval of such request will not be unduly withheld.
A. Rank
B. Rank/Position

Answer 5

Any Police Officer who does not wish to ride with a particular individual may decline to do so by notifying his/her commanding officer through an Inter-department Correspondence (P-004). The correspondence shall outline the specific reasons for not wanting to ride with the individual which shall be forwarded to the JSO Chief of Patrol. This refusal is for information only and will not become part of the employee’s personnel file or be used for purposes of disciplinary action and approval of such request will not be unduly withheld.

Question 6

When will a reserve unit officer of a higher rank be allowed to wear a high rank uniform when riding with a lower ranked officer?

Answer 6

8.5 Members of the reserve unit are not allowed to wear a uniform higher than that of the officer they are assigned to; however, during a state of emergency this policy will be suspended

Question 7

8.6 Transfers
It shall be the sole right of the Office of the Sheriff to transfer employees between any subsections of the organization, based upon operational
needs. Employees shall be notified of their new assignment at least _________________ days prior to the transfer, except where the nature of a
particular situation requires immediate reassignment. The _____________ notification can be waived if both parties agree.

Answer 7

8.6 Transfers
It shall be the sole right of the Office of the Sheriff to transfer employees between any subsections of the organization, based upon operational
needs. Employees shall be notified of their new assignment at least fifteen (15) calendar days prior to the transfer, except where the nature of a
particular situation requires immediate reassignment. The fifteen (15) day notification can be waived if both parties agree.

Question 8

ARTICLE 9: GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
9.3 Step 1:
Within _________ days of the occurrence or within ____ days after the employee could reasonably have known of the occurrence (whichever is
later), the aggrieved employee shall reduce his/her grievance to writing, sign it, and present it to the __________________. The _________________ shall obtain the facts concerning the grievance and shall within _____ days of receipt of the grievance conduct a meeting with the grievant and the grievant’s epresentative. The grievant may be accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The ________________ shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than _____ days following the Step 1 meeting.

Answer 8

ARTICLE 9: GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
9.3 Step 1:
Within ten (10) days of the occurrence or within ten (10) days after the employee could reasonably have known of the occurrence (whichever is
later), the aggrieved employee shall reduce his/her grievance to writing, sign it, and present it to the Assistant Chief or his/her designee. The Assistant
Chief or designee shall obtain the facts concerning the grievance and shall within ten (10) days of receipt of the grievance conduct a meeting with
the grievant and the grievant’s representative. The grievant may be accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The Assistant Chief or designee shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than ten (10) days following the Step 1 meeting.

Question 9

9.4 Step 2:
If the grievance is not settled at the first step, the grievant may present the grievance to the ____________________. The grievance must be presented to the __________________________ within ________ days of receipt of the Step 1 response or, if a timely Step 1 response is not received, within ______ days from the day the Step 1 response was due. The __________________________ shall obtain the facts concerning the grievance and shall within ________ days of receipt of the grievance conduct a meeting with the grievant and the grievant’s representative. The grievant may be accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The _________________________ shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than ________ days following the Step 2 meeting.

Answer 9

9.4 Step 2:
If the grievance is not settled at the first step, the grievant may present the grievance to the Division Chief or his/her designee. The grievance must be presented to the Division Chief or his/her designee within five (5) days of receipt of the Step 1 response or, if a timely Step 1 response is not received, within five (5) days from the day the Step 1 response was due. The Division Chief or designee shall obtain the facts concerning the grievance and shall within ten (10) days of receipt of the grievance conduct a meeting with the grievant and the grievant’s representative. The grievant may be accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The Division Chief or designee shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than ten (10) days following the Step 2
meeting.

Question 10

9.5 Step 3:
If the grievance is not settled at the second step, the grievant may present the grievance to the _________________________. The grievance must be presented to the __________________________ within ____________ days of receipt of the Step 2 response or, if a timely Step 2 response is not received, within ___________ days from the day the Step 2 response was due. The ______________________ shall obtain the facts concerning the grievance and shall within ___________ days of receipt of the grievance conduct a meeting with the grievant and the grievant’s representative. The grievant may be accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The _____________________ shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than __________ days following the Step 3 meeting.

Answer 10

9.5 Step 3:
If the grievance is not settled at the second step, the grievant may present the grievance to the Director or his/her designee. The grievance must be presented to the Director or his/her designee within five (5) days of receipt of the Step 2 response or, if a timely Step 2 response is not received, within five (5) days from the day the Step 2 response was due. The Director or designee shall obtain the facts concerning the grievance and shall within ten (10) days of receipt of the grievance conduct a meeting with the grievant and the grievant’s representative. The grievant may be
accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The Director or designee shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than ten (10) days following the Step 3 meeting.

Question 11

9.6 Step 4:
If the grievance is not settled at the third step, the grievant may present the grievance to the____________ within __________ of receipt of the Step 3 response or, if a timely Step 3 response is not received, within _____________ from the day the Step 3 response was due. Within ____________ of receipt of the grievance, the __________________ shall conduct a meeting with the grievant and the grievant’s representative. The grievant may be accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The ______________ shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than ___________ following the Step 4 meeting.

Answer 11

9.6 Step 4:
If the grievance is not settled at the third step, the grievant may present the grievance to the Sheriff or his/her designee within five (5) days of receipt of the Step 3 response or, if a timely Step 3 response is not received, within five (5) days from the day the Step 3 response was due. Within ten (10) days of receipt of the grievance, the Sheriff or designee shall conduct a meeting with the grievant and the grievant’s representative. The grievant may be accompanied at this meeting by an F.O.P. representative. The Sheriff or designee shall submit a final written response to the grievant (with a copy to the F.O.P.) not later than ten (10) days following the Step 4 meeting.

Question 12

9.7 Arbitration:
A. If the grievance is not settled in accordance with this Article, the grievant or the F.O.P. (on behalf of the grievant) may request arbitration by providing a written request to the _____________________ (with a copy to the City’s ______________________) not later than ______________ days after receipt of the Employer’s final Step 4 response or, if a timely final Step 4 response is not received, within _____________ days from the day the Step 4 response was due. The request shall set forth the specific provision(s) of the Agreement claimed to have been violated. If the request to arbitrate is not received by the _________________________ within the _______________ day limit, the Employer’s final Step 4 response shall be final and binding upon the grievant and the F.O.P.

Answer 12

9.7 Arbitration:
A. If the grievance is not settled in accordance with this Article, the grievant or the F.O.P. (on behalf of the grievant) may request arbitration by providing a written request to the JSO Chief of Human Resources (with a copy to the City’s Director of Employee Services) not later than thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the Employer’s final Step 4 response or, if a timely final Step 4 response is not received, within thirty calendar (30) days from the day the Step 4 response was due. The request shall set forth the specific provision(s) of the Agreement claimed to have been violated. If the request to arbitrate is not received by the JSO Chief of Human Resources within the thirty calendar (30) day limit, the Employer’s final Step 4 response shall be final and binding upon the grievant and the F.O.P.

Question 13

In the event the grievant submits the request for arbitration without the financial support of the F.O.P., the grievant shall do what?

Answer 13

B. In the event the grievant submits the request for arbitration without the financial support of the F.O.P., the grievant shall also submit written notice of his/her intent to pay all applicable costs of the
arbitration. The grievant shall provide the Employer with written confirmation that sufficient funds are reserved in trust or escrow for the payment of arbitration services before the arbitration shall be allowed to proceed.

Question 14

C. Upon appeal to arbitration, the F.O.P. or employee may, in the written notice for arbitration, include the names of what two (2) groups?

If the two (2) parties involved in the selection do not mutually agree on either of the names initially submitted, the ___________ or ____________ shall be requested by the Employer to provide a panel of ______________ arbitrators.

Answer 14

C. Upon appeal to arbitration, the F.O.P. or employee may, in the written notice for arbitration, include the names of two (2) certified Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services (FMCS) or American Arbitration Association (AAA) arbitrators, either of whom is acceptable to the F.O.P. or the employee to arbitrate the grievance. If the two (2) parties involved in the selection do not mutually agree on either of the names initially submitted, the FMCS or AAA shall be requested by the Employer to provide a panel of five (5) arbitrators.

Question 15

F. The arbitrator shall render his/her decision within _________________ of receipt of post-hearing briefs or of the close of the hearing, whichever is later.

Answer 15

F. The arbitrator shall render his/her decision within thirty (30) days of receipt of post-hearing briefs or of the close of the hearing, whichever is later.

Question 16

There shall be established a Sheriff’s Disciplinary Hearing Board for the purpose of such hearings. Said Board shall be composed of ______ members, with _____ members being selected by the
administration, _______ members being selected by the aggrieved officer; and the fifth member being selected by the other four (4) members.

Answer 16

There shall be established a Sheriff’s Disciplinary Hearing Board for the purpose of such hearings. Said Board shall be composed of five (5) members, with two (2) members being selected by the
administration, two (2) members being selected by the aggrieved officer; and the fifth member being selected by the other four (4) members.

Question 17

The Board’s decision will be advisory and not
binding upon the ______________. If the decision of the _______ is unsatisfactory to the aggrieved officer, he/she may appeal this decision to the _________________ within _________ days, or request _____________ within ___________ days, as provided in Article 9.6 Step IV.

Answer 17

The Board’s decision will be advisory and not
binding upon the Sheriff. If the decision of the Sheriff is unsatisfactory to the aggrieved officer, he/she may appeal this decision to the Civil Service Board within ten (10) days, or request arbitration within five (5) working days, as provided in Article 9.6 Step IV.

Question 18

G. The entire interrogation or interview of a law enforcement officer, including the times of all recess periods, shall be recorded, and there
shall be no unrecorded questions or statements. A copy of the recorded interrogation or interview shall be provided upon request within ______ hours following the interrogation or interview.

Answer 18

G. The entire interrogation or interview of a law enforcement officer, including the times of all recess periods, shall be recorded2, and there
shall be no unrecorded questions or statements. A copy of the recorded interrogation or interview shall be provided upon request within 72 hours following the interrogation or interview.

Question 19

12.4 Responsibility for Reporting Legal Drug Use
If the treatment prescribed (by a physician) has such effects, employees shall inform _______________ of that fact. ________________ shall notify ______________________.
A.B. Rank
C. Unit

Answer 19

12.4 Responsibility for Reporting Legal Drug Use
If the treatment prescribed (by a physician) has such effects, employees shall inform their supervisors of that fact. Supervisors shall notify JSO Human Resources.

Question 20

B. Any Sheriff’s Office employee using legal over-the-counter non-prescription drugs which in any way impair or affect his/her job performance is responsible for bringing this fact to who attention by what means?

Additionally, how long will the documentation stay in the medical file for?

Answer 20

B. Any Sheriff’s Office employee using legal over-the-counter non-prescription drugs which in any way impair or affect his/her job performance is responsible for bringing this fact to the attention of his/her immediate supervisors on Form P-004. Information relating to the use of over-the-counter drugs can be removed at the request of the employee after it has been in the medical file for six (6) months, unless the usage of such medication is part of on-going treatment.

Question 21

C…..
Upon consultation with his/her commanding officer, the supervisor will decide whether the employee is fit for duty. If unfit, the employee shall be placed on ________________. Should the ___________________ and the commanding officer not concur on the ability of the employee to perform his/her duties, the ___________________ will make the final determination. Information regarding the use of legal drugs being taken by an employee will be forwarded to the _________________________ where it will be maintained in a confidential medical file.
A.
B. Rank
C. Rank\Position
D. Unit

Answer 21

C…..
Upon consultation with his/her (supervisor’s) commanding officer, the supervisor will decide whether the employee is fit for duty. If unfit, the employee shall be placed on personal leave. Should the employee
and the commanding officer not concur on the ability of the employee to perform his/her duties, the department staff duty officer will make the final determination. Information regarding the use of legal drugs being taken by an employee will be forwarded to the JSO Human Resources Division where it will be maintained in a confidential medical file.

Question 22

If any employee knowingly ingests any drug in the performance of his/her duties, the supervisor on duty will be immediately notified and the incident reported on __________. The supervisor will see that the employee is provided with immediate medical attention if necessary. The employee will be placed on an appropriate duty status. The
incident will be documented with the initiation of ______________ to be followed by a detailed report from the employee’s _________________ through channels to the _______________.
A./B. Documentation Method
C. Rank
D. Rank/Position

Answer 22

If any employee knowingly ingests any drug in the performance of his/her duties, the supervisor on duty will be immediately notified and the incident reported on Form P-004. The supervisor will see that the employee is provided with immediate medical attention if necessary. The employee will be placed on an appropriate duty status. The
incident will be documented with the initiation of Form P-004 to be followed by a detailed report from the employee’s commander through channels to the Sheriff.

Question 23

C(1) Reasonable suspicion drug/alcohol testing can be ordered by any supervisor with the approval of a _____________________. An immediate supervisor requesting a drug/alcohol test founded on reasonable suspicion should consider among such facts and inferences:

Answer 23

C(1) Reasonable suspicion drug/alcohol testing can be ordered by any supervisor with the approval of a commanding officer (lieutenant or above). An immediate supervisor requesting a drug/alcohol test founded on reasonable suspicion should consider among such facts and inferences:

Question 24

(5) Follow-up testing: Should an employee in the course of employment enter, or be required by the Employer to enter, into an employee assistance program for drug-related problems, the Employer may require the employee to submit to a drug test as a follow up to the program for up to _________________ thereafter.
A. Time Frame

Answer 24

(5) Follow-up testing: Should an employee in the course of employment enter, or be required by the Employer to enter, into an employee assistance program for drug-related problems, the Employer may require the employee to submit to a drug test as a follow up to the program for up to two (2)
years thereafter.

Question 25

(10) As a result of prior disciplinary proceedings against the employee related to the use of drugs. (Such testing shall be conducted by the ____________________ with the approval of, and in coordination with, the _________________________. The Employer may require the employee to submit to a drug test as a follow up to the disciplinary action for up to _____________ years thereafter. A. Unit B. Rank/Position C. Time Frame

Answer 25

(10) As a result of prior disciplinary proceedings against the employee related to the use of drugs. (Such testing shall be conducted by the Internal Affairs Unit with the approval of, and in coordination with, the JSO Chief of Human Resources. The Employer may require the employee to submit to a drug test as a follow up to the disciplinary action for up to two (2) years thereafter.

Question 26

A. Drug Testing Responsibility (1) The ______________________________ shall be responsible for drug testing of employees under-going basic recruit training, probationary Police Officers, and employees selected through the random drug testing program. A. Unit

Answer 26

A. Drug Testing Responsibility (1) The JSO Human Resources Division shall be responsible for drug testing of employees under-going basic recruit training, probationary Police Officers, and employees selected through the random drug testing program.

Question 27

(2) ___________________________ shall be responsible for drug testing of any employee whom it reasonably suspects has used or is found to be in possession of a drug, or other controlled substance in violation of the law, Sheriff's Office orders, and rules and regulations. _______________________ shall also conduct drug testing of employees as the result of prior disciplinary proceedings related to the use of drugs. A./B. Unit

Answer 27

(2) The Internal Affairs Unit shall be responsible for drug testing of any employee whom it reasonably suspects has used or is found to be in possession of a drug, or other controlled substance in violation of the law, Sheriff's Office orders, and rules and regulations. The Internal Affairs Unit shall also conduct drug testing of employees as the result of prior disciplinary proceedings related to the use of drugs.

Question 28

(1) Employees selected for random drug testing will be assigned a number which will be the only means available of identifying the individual who provided the specimen. (2) Random numbers assigned to employees will be maintained in a confidential file under the direct supervision of the _______________________. A. Rank/Position

Answer 28

(1) Employees selected for random drug testing will be assigned a number which will be the only means available of identifying the individual who provided the specimen. (2) Random numbers assigned to employees will be maintained in a confidential file under the direct supervision of the JSO Chief of Human Resources.

Question 29

The Employer will use the Evidential Breath Testing Device (EBT) to test for the presence of alcohol in an employee’s system. The test will be performed by a Certified Breath Analyzer Technician (BAT) using a EBT approved by the National Highway Safety Administration. If the initial test registers an alcohol concentration of __________ or greater, a confirmation test will be performed. The employee will be placed in a separate room under the observation of the BAT for at least _____ minutes, but not more than ______ minutes, after which he/she will be given a confirmation EBT. A. Number B. Time C. Time

Answer 29

The Employer will use the Evidential Breath Testing Device (EBT) to test for the presence of alcohol in an employee’s system. The test will be performed by a Certified Breath Analyzer Technician (BAT) using a EBT approved by the National Highway Safety Administration. If the initial test registers an alcohol concentration of 0.02 or greater, a confirmation test will be performed. The employee will be placed in a separate room under the observation of the BAT for at least 15 minutes, but not more than 20 minutes, after which he/she will be given a confirmation EBT.

Question 30

D. Within________________ days after receiving notice of a positive confirmed test result, the employee may submit information to the Employer explaining or contesting the test results, and why the results do not constitute a violation of the Employer's policy. E. All reports of positive test results shall be received by the _____________________________ and maintained in a confidential medical file. A. Time Frame B. Rank/Unit

Answer 30

D. Within ten (10) working days after receiving notice of a positive confirmed test result, the employee may submit information to the Employer explaining or contesting the test results, and why the results do not constitute a violation of the Employer's policy. E. All reports of positive test results shall be received by the JSO Chief of Human Resources and maintained in a confidential medical file.

Question 31

The immediate emergency suspension without pay must be issued by who?

Answer 31

13.2 The immediate emergency suspension without pay must be issued by the Division Chief or above.

Question 32

13.3 Emergency Suspension By who and in what time frame must an employee notify in order to coordinate a meeting between the Sheriff or designee?

Answer 32

13.3 Upon request of the employee, within the next business day after an immediate emergency suspension, the employee will be afforded the opportunity to meet with the assigned Division Chief for the purpose of coordinating a meeting between the Sheriff or designee and the employee to determine any further action that may be taken.

Question 33

A. Formal Investigations - Cases which are unfounded, exonerated, or not sustained - ________ years from the date of case disposition. B. Sustained Formal Investigations cases involving written reprimand without suspension - __________ years from the date of case disposition. C. Sustained Formal Investigations - cases involving written reprimand with suspension or loss of pay - _______ years from the date of the case disposition. D. Formal Counselings will be purged ______ year from the date of issue. Official records of Formal Counseling will be maintained in the employee’s division file, and not in the Internal Affairs unit. The employee’s division file will follow the employee as that employee is reassigned throughout the agency.

Answer 33

A. Formal Investigations - Cases which are unfounded, exonerated, or not sustained - one (1) year from the date of case disposition. B. Sustained Formal Investigations cases involving written reprimand without suspension - three (3) years from the date of case disposition. C. Sustained Formal Investigations - cases involving written reprimand with suspension or loss of pay - five (5) years from the date of the case disposition. D. Formal Counselings will be purged one (1) year from the date of issue. Official records of Formal Counseling will be maintained in the employee’s division file, and not in the Internal Affairs unit. The employee’s division file will follow the employee as that employee is reassigned throughout the agency.

Question 34

(1) Administrative actions resulting in an Informal Counseling and the points assigned will be purged no later than _____ year after the sanction and/or points are assessed. However, corresponding assigned vehicle-points will remain effective and thereafter be purged no later than _____ years after case disposition.

Answer 34

(1) Administrative actions resulting in an Informal Counseling and the points assigned will be purged no later than one (1) year after the sanction and/or points are assessed. However, corresponding assigned vehicle-points will remain effective and thereafter be purged no later than three (3) years after case disposition.

Question 35

(2) Administrative actions resulting in a Formal Counseling for an incident or a subsequent violation will be purged no later than_____ year after the sanction and/or vehicle-points are assessed. However, corresponding assigned vehicle-points will remain effective and be thereafter purged no later than _______ years after case disposition.

Answer 35

(2) Administrative actions resulting in a Formal Counseling for an incident or a subsequent violation will be purged no later than one (1) year after the sanction and/or vehicle-points are assessed. However, corresponding assigned vehicle-points will remain effective and be thereafter purged no later than three (3) years after case disposition.

Question 36

(3) Administrative actions involving a Written Reprimand Level 1, Written Reprimand Level 2 for an incident or a subsequent violation and the points assigned will be purged no later than ______ years after case disposition.

Answer 36

(3) Administrative actions involving a Written Reprimand Level 1, Written Reprimand Level 2 for an incident or a subsequent violation and the points assigned will be purged no later than three (3) years after case disposition.

Question 37

(4) Administrative actions involving a Suspension and loss of pay for an incident or a subsequent violation and the points assigned will be purged no later than __________ years after case disposition.

Answer 37

(4) Administrative actions involving a Suspension and loss of pay for an incident or a subsequent violation and the points assigned will be purged no later than five (5) years after case disposition.

Question 38

Personal Leave Plan 0 months through 4 years ____ 5 years through 9 years ____ 10 years through 14 years ____ 15 years through 19 years ____ 20 years through 24 years ____ 25 years or more ____

Answer 38

0 months through 4 years 160 5 years through 9 years 184 10 years through 14 years 208 15 years through 19 years 232 20 years through 24 years 256 25 years or more 280

Question 39

Personal leave will be credited to the employee on what type of basis?

Answer 39

C. Personal leave will be credited to the employee at the rate stated in section 16.2 (A) on a bi-weekly basis. The leave shall be credited on the last day of the pay period.

Question 40

16.4 Upon retirement or termination following the completion of ___________ years of service, the employee shall be paid for all unused accrued personal leave on an hour-for-hour basis.

Answer 40

16.4 Upon retirement or termination following the completion of ten (10) years of service, the employee shall be paid for all unused accrued personal leave on an hour-for-hour basis.

Question 41

A. First, an employee who does not intend to use all of the personal leave to be accrued in a fiscal year may elect to be paid all or part of the difference on a percentage basis, between the amount of leave to be used and the amount of leave to be accrued for that fiscal year on an hour-for-hour basis. Payments will be made on the second payday in January at the __________________ rate of pay. To receive such payment, the employee must make an irrevocable election of the percentage to be paid. The election must be made no later than ______________________ of the fiscal year preceding the fiscal year in which the leave will accrue. Elections shall be made in accordance with administrative procedures established by the City of Jacksonville. A./B. Specific Date

Answer 41

A. First, an employee who does not intend to use all of the personal leave to be accrued in a fiscal year may elect to be paid all or part of the difference on a percentage basis, between the amount of leave to be used and the amount of leave to be accrued for that fiscal year on an hour-for-hour basis. Payments will be made on the second payday in January at the September 30 rate of pay. To receive such payment, the employee must make an irrevocable election of the percentage to be paid. The election must be made no later than September 30 of the fiscal year preceding the fiscal year in which the leave will accrue. Elections shall be made in accordance with administrative procedures established by the City of Jacksonville.

Question 42

16.5 Using LEave to Fund Deferred Comp This election will not be effective for an employee who would have less than_________ accrued annual leave hours remaining after such payment. A. Number

Answer 42

16.5 Using LEave to Fund Deferred Comp This election will not be effective for an employee who would have less than eighty (80) accrued annual leave hours remaining after such payment.

Question 43

16.6 Upon termination of employment with less than ________ years of service for other than retirement, the employee shall be paid for __________________% of all unused accrued personal leave on an hour-for-hour basis.

Answer 43

16.6 Upon termination of employment with less than ten (10) years of service for other than retirement, the employee shall be paid for seventy-five per cent (75%) of all unused accrued personal leave on an hour-for-hour basis.

Question 44

Employee Awards Committee, shall provide an employee with commendation paid leave in the following manner: Officer of the Month _______day Officer of the Year _______day

Answer 44

Employee Awards Committee, shall provide an employee with commendation paid leave in the following manner: Officer of the Month One day Officer of the Year Four days

Question 45

B. Eligibility for Leave Use Accrued personal leave may be taken at any time when approved by the appropriate _______________. A. Rank

Answer 45

B. Eligibility for Leave Use Accrued personal leave may be taken at any time when approved by the appropriate Commanding Officer-Supervisor.

Question 46

(2) Except in cases of illness or emergency, requests for personal leave of up to ____________ consecutive working/shift days must be submitted for approval at least ____________ hours in advance, A. Time Frame B. Time Frame

Answer 46

(2) Except in cases of illness or emergency, requests for personal leave of up to two (2) consecutive working/shift days must be submitted for approval at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance,

Question 47

(3) Except in cases of illness or emergency, requests for personal leave of more than two (2) and up to ___________ consecutive working/shift days must be submitted for approval at least ________ hours in advance. A. Time Frame B. Time Frame

Answer 47

(3) Except in cases of illness or emergency, requests for personal leave of more than two (2) and up to four (4) consecutive working/shift days must be submitted for approval at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance.

Question 48

(2) In the event an employee has fewer than _____________ hours in the employee's personal leave account, the employee may use his/her retirement account for a bona fide illness of the employee at the employee's option. This option may also be used for a bona fide illness of the employee's immediate family, if substantiated with a physician's statement that the employee's presence is necessary.

Answer 48

(2) In the event an employee has fewer than eighty (80) hours in the employee's personal leave account, the employee may use his/her retirement account for a bona fide illness of the employee at the employee's option. This option may also be used for a bona fide illness of the employee's immediate family, if substantiated with a physician's statement that the employee's presence is necessary.

Question 49

An employee must call in no later than what time for an unscheduled absence?

Answer 49

17.3 Unscheduled Absence A. Notification For unscheduled absences not requested and approved in advance, an employee must notify the Sheriff's Office as early as possible, but no later than forty-five (45) minutes before starting time, on the first day the employee is unable to report for work. The employee will notify the Sheriff's Office of the reason for the absence, and when the employee expects to return to work.

Question 50

B. Investigation Excessive use of unscheduled leave is subject to investigation by the Sheriff's Office. An employee will be counseled whenever a pattern clearly develops where an employee is abusing unscheduled leave. (Example: when unscheduled leave is combined with regular days off more than ________ times annually.)

Answer 50

B. Investigation Excessive use of unscheduled leave is subject to investigation by the Sheriff's Office. An employee will be counseled whenever a pattern clearly develops where an employee is abusing unscheduled leave. (Example: when unscheduled leave is combined with regular days off more than three (3) times annually.)

Question 51

A. Bereavement Leave for Immediate Family Members At the time of the death of a member of an employee’s immediate family as defined in Article 18.2, the Employer may authorize the employee paid time off of up to ___________ days.

Answer 51

A. Bereavement Leave for Immediate Family Members At the time of the death of a member of an employee’s immediate family as defined in Article 18.2, the Employer may authorize the employee paid time off of up to five (5) days.

Question 52

B. Funeral Leave for JSO Employee An employee may be granted paid time off to attend the funeral of a JSO employee as authorized by the appropriate______________ or higher level official. A. Rank

Answer 52

B. Funeral Leave for JSO Employee An employee may be granted paid time off to attend the funeral of a JSO employee as authorized by the appropriate Assistant Chief or higher level official.

Question 53

20.3 Leaves of absence granted as a matter of right under the provisions of section 20.2 may not exceed ____________ hours in any one fiscal year. A. Time Frame

Answer 53

20.3 Leaves of absence granted as a matter of right under the provisions of section 20.2 may not exceed 240 working hours in any one fiscal year.

Question 54

Weekend Drill Employees may request adjustment of their schedule by what means and to whom? The request must be made within what time frame prior to drill and if a dispute arises whom will it be reviewed by?

Answer 54

Employees may request adjustment of their schedules for a military weekend drill by written request to their supervisors. Such requests shall be submitted at least fourteen (14) days prior to drill date. A determination under this section is not subject to the grievance or arbitration process, but the employee may request a review by the division chief.

Question 55

22.2 Work Period The work period for Police Officers covered by this Agreement shall be a period of ________________ consecutive days which begins on a Saturday and the regular work schedule during that period shall consist of _____________________ hours.

Answer 55

22.2 Work Period The work period for Police Officers covered by this Agreement shall be a period of twenty-eight (28) consecutive days which begins on a Saturday and the regular work schedule during that period shall consist of one hundred sixty (160) hours.

Question 56

A. Overtime based on time worked in work period Police Officers covered by this Agreement shall be compensated at time and one-half for all hours worked in excess of ______ hours in a work period except as otherwise provided in the Agreement. It is understood and agreed by the parties that any specific provisions of this Agreement providing for payment of overtime will supersede this section 22.3(a). A. Time Frame

Answer 56

A. Overtime based on time worked in work period Police Officers covered by this Agreement shall be compensated at time and one-half for all hours worked in excess of one hundred seventy-one (171) hours in a work period except as otherwise provided in the Agreement. It is understood and agreed by the parties that any specific provisions of this Agreement providing for payment of overtime will supersede this section 22.3(a).

Question 57

C. Weekly Overtime Employees covered by this Agreement will be paid at rate of time and one half (1/2) for all hours worked in excess of those normally scheduled in a _______ hour work week, or ________ hour work period. Whenever an employee is required to work double the time normally scheduled, then an overtime rate of two (2) times the employee's regular rate will be paid for hours in excess of twice the normal schedule. A. Time Frame B. Time Frame

Answer 57

C. Weekly Overtime Employees covered by this Agreement will be paid at rate of time and one half (1/2) for all hours worked in excess of those normally scheduled in a forty (40) hour work week, or eighty (80) hour work period. Whenever an employee is required to work double the time normally scheduled, then an overtime rate of two (2) times the employee's regular rate will be paid for hours in excess of twice the normal schedule.

Question 58

The Employer may require employees who have _______ days or more of compensatory time accrued to utilize compensatory time when the employee requests leave. The Employer may also require employees who have ______ or less hours of compensatory time accrued to utilize compensatory time when the employee requests leave.

Answer 58

The Employer may require employees who have five (5) days or more of compensatory time accrued to utilize compensatory time when the employee requests leave. The Employer may also require employees who have two (2) or less hours of compensatory time accrued to utilize compensatory time when the employee requests leave.

Question 59

22.5 Call Back A. An employee who has left his/her normal place of work for his/her residence and is called back for unscheduled overtime work shall be paid for such overtime in accordance with the above, provided that he/she shall receive a minimum payment of ________________ hours at time and _________ their regular rate.

Answer 59

A. An employee who has left his/her normal place of work for his/her residence and is called back for unscheduled overtime work shall be paid for such overtime in accordance with the above, provided that he/she shall receive a minimum payment of two and one-half (2-1/2) hours at time and one-half (1-1/2) their regular rate.

Question 60

B. When an employee is on-call as defined in 23.10 and receives a phone call (directly stemming from their on-call duties) during this time period they will be entitled to the following compensation. The employee shall receive _______ minutes of overtime for the first phone call. Any subsequent phone calls in the hour time period immediately after the first call was received shall be part of the original _____ of overtime compensation and the employee is not entitled to further compensation during the first hour. A./B. Time Frame

Answer 60

B. When an employee is on-call as defined in 23.10 and receives a phone call (directly stemming from their on-call duties) during this time period they will be entitled to the following compensation. The employee shall receive forty (40) minutes of overtime for the first phone call. Any subsequent phone calls in the hour time period immediately after the first call was received shall be part of the original forty minutes (40) of overtime compensation and the employee is not entitled to further compensation during the first hour.

Question 61

All payments set forth above which are paid on a monthly basis shall be added together to reach a monthly base; that monthly base shall be multiplied by ______ and then divided by _____ to reach a weekly base; then the payments set forth above which are paid on a weekly rate shall be added to the weekly base to reach a final weekly base. The final weekly base shall then be divided by _______ to reach an hourly rate which will be the rate used to calculate the payment of overtime.

Answer 61

All payments set forth above which are paid on a monthly basis shall be added together to reach a monthly base; that monthly base shall be multiplied by twelve (12) and then divided by fifty-two (52) to reach a weekly base; then the payments set forth above which are paid on a weekly rate shall be added to the weekly base to reach a final weekly base. The final weekly base shall then be divided by forty (40) to reach an hourly rate which will be the rate used to calculate the payment of overtime.

Question 62

An employee who fails the physical ability test will be given a grace period of __________________ days during which he/she may retake the test.

Answer 62

C. Thirty Day Grace Period - An employee who fails the physical ability test will be given a grace period of thirty calendar days during which he/she may retake the test.

Question 63

28.1 IOD A. During the first ____________________ days of such disability, the employee shall receive net supplemental pay based upon his/her net take-home pay reduced by the Workers' Compensation indemnity payable. In no event shall any employee receive more than his/her net after-tax take-home pay from the City. A. Time Frame

Answer 63

A. During the first twenty eight (28) calendar days of such disability, the employee shall receive net supplemental pay based upon his/her net take-home pay reduced by the Workers' Compensation indemnity payable. In no event shall any employee receive more than his/her net after-tax take-home pay from the City.

Question 64

28.1 IOD B. Thereafter, the Employer, may, at its sole discretion (which discretion shall not be subject to contest or arbitration), grant additional injury-inline-of-duty leave in increments of ______________ days.

Answer 64

B. Thereafter, the Employer, may, at its sole discretion (which discretion shall not be subject to contest or arbitration), grant additional injury-inline-of-duty leave in increments of twenty eight (28) calendar days.

Question 65

28.1 IOD (Note: The Employer (Sheriff or his/her designee) in its sole discretion, which discretion cannot be changed or modified by an arbitrator, may provide a defined extension to the twenty-four (24) week period, not to exceed ___________ days for each extension).

Answer 65

(Note: The Employer (Sheriff or his/her designee) in its sole discretion, which discretion cannot be changed or modified by an arbitrator, may provide a defined extension to the twenty-four (24) week period, not to exceed twenty (20) days for each extension).

Question 66

29.3 Comprehensive Medical A. The F.O.P. would offer acceptance of Employer contributions to the F.O.P.’s health plans at the rate of ___________________% of the total annual premium cost for our F.O.P. employee and dependent tiers, and retirees.

Answer 66

A. The F.O.P. would offer acceptance of Employer contributions to the F.O.P.’s health plans at the rate of fifty-eight and eight tenths (58.8%) percent of the total annual premium cost for our F.O.P. employee and dependent tiers, and retirees.

Question 67

the employee’s surviving spouse until remarried, and for each dependent child of the employee until the child reaches the age of majority or until the end of the calendar year in which the child reaches the age of ______ if: (a) at the time of the employee’s death, the child is dependent upon the employee for support; and (b) the surviving child continues to be dependent for support, or the surviving child is a full-time or part-time student and is dependent for support.

Answer 67

the employee’s surviving spouse until remarried, and for each dependent child of the employee until the child reaches the age of majority or until the end of the calendar year in which the child reaches the age of 25 if: (a) at the time of the employee’s death, the child is dependent upon the employee for support; and (b) the surviving child continues to be dependent for support, or the surviving child is a full-time or part-time student and is dependent for support.

Question 68

Which two groups must approve the officer suffered a line of duty death in order for the spouse and dependents to be add to the plan with in the _____________ month following confirmation?

Answer 68

C. JSO will confirm whether the employee was performing the employee’s law-enforcement duties at the time of death. Risk Management will confirm whether the bodily injury referenced in section B above occurred while the employee was performing the employee’s law-enforcement duties. After confirmation from JSO and Risk Management, the employee’s spouse and dependents may be added to the plan on the first of the month following confirmation.

Question 69

E. If an employee is injured in the line of duty pursuant to 29.3 B above and as a result of that injury is approved for a disability pension/retirement, the employer will pay a percentage of the employee’s premium in accordance with 29.3 A above of either the City’s or the FOP’s health insurance plan consistent with the plan in which the Union participates that year. This benefit will be available for a maximum of _________ years after the disability pension/retirement begins.

Answer 69

E. If an employee is injured in the line of duty pursuant to 29.3 B above and as a result of that injury is approved for a disability pension/retirement, the employer will pay a percentage of the employee’s premium in accordance with 29.3 A above of either the City’s or the FOP’s health insurance plan consistent with the plan in which the Union participates that year. This benefit will be available for a maximum of 5 years after the disability pension/retirement begins.

Question 70

If the F.O.P. provides the Employer with at least _____ signed enrollment forms from bargaining unit employees authorizing their enrollment in an F.O.P. sponsored employee plan or activity, the Employer will create and assign a payroll deduction code for that plan or activity. If, after the creation of the payroll deduction code, the enrollment for that plan or activity falls below _______, the City may delete the payroll deduction code from the City payroll system and discontinue payroll deductions for the plan or activity. A. Number B. Number

Answer 70

If the F.O.P. provides the Employer with at least 100 signed enrollment forms from bargaining unit employees authorizing their enrollment in an F.O.P. sponsored employee plan or activity, the Employer will create and assign a payroll deduction code for that plan or activity. If, after the creation of the payroll deduction code, the enrollment for that plan or activity falls below seventy-five (75), the City may delete the payroll deduction code from the City payroll system and discontinue payroll deductions for the plan or activity.

Question 70

These plans shall be administered by the "Agent of Record” so designated by the F.O.P. It is understood and agreed that the Employer may assess a charge not to exceed ________ per deduction per payroll. Further, it is agreed that the Employer assumes no responsibility or liability to or for the F.O.P.’s Agent of Record. Solicitation for these plans shall only be made at times mutually agreed to by the City’s Department of Employee Services, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, and the F.O.P. so as to prevent loss of productivity.

Answer 70

These plans shall be administered by the "Agent of Record” so designated by the F.O.P. It is understood and agreed that the Employer may assess a charge not to exceed four (4) cents per deduction per payroll. Further, it is agreed that the Employer assumes no responsibility or liability to or for the F.O.P.’s Agent of Record. Solicitation for these plans shall only be made at times mutually agreed to by the City’s Department of Employee Services, Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, and the F.O.P. so as to prevent loss of productivity.

Question 71

(b) The City will reimburse employees for covered co-payments and deductibles until the employee has been off work 52 weeks due to heart disease or hypertension, and is unable to return to work according to an approved medical doctor. Such reimbursements shall not exceed $______ per plan year and $__________ lifetime and shall terminate once an employee retires under Pension Fund rules.

Answer 71

(b) The City will reimburse employees for covered co-payments and deductibles until the employee has been off work 52 weeks due to heart disease or hypertension, and is unable to return to work according to an approved medical doctor. Such reimbursements shall not exceed $3,500 per plan year and $10,000 lifetime and shall terminate once an employee retires under Pension Fund rules.

Question 72

29.8 FOP Heart Hypertension (2) Disability (a) Upon application to the JSO Chief of Human Resources, employees will continue to receive paid leave not otherwise chargeable for the first _______________ of covered illness. _______ days fully paid -> ________ days 2/3's salary -> 1/3 for each day there after.

Answer 72

(2) Disability (a) Upon application to the JSO Chief of Human Resources, employees will continue to receive paid leave not otherwise chargeable for the first 84 calendar days of covered illness. 84 calendar days fully paid -> 84 calendar days 2/3's salary -> 1/3 for each day there after.

Question 73

(c) Second or subsequent heart/hypertension claims will be considered only if the employee has returned to full duty for _________________________ following the first incident. An employee shall not receive more than __________ of full pay under this provision. A. Time Frame B. Time Frame

Answer 73

(c) Second or subsequent heart/hypertension claims will be considered only if the employee has returned to full duty for three months following the first incident. An employee shall not receive more than 36 weeks of full pay under this provision.

Question 74

(3) Death In the event of the death of an employee due to heart disease or hypertension prior to retirement, the City shall pay a death benefit/funeral allowance of up to $________, but not exceeding actual funeral expenses.

Answer 74

(3) Death In the event of the death of an employee due to heart disease or hypertension prior to retirement, the City shall pay a death benefit/funeral allowance of up to $2500, but not exceeding actual funeral expenses.

Question 75

(4) Disputes Questions concerning payment of medical and pharmacy bills under this section will be resolved by a Special Benefit Committee consisting of the _________________, the__________________________, and the _________________________. A. Position B. Rank/Position C. Rank/Position

Answer 75

(4) Disputes Questions concerning payment of medical and pharmacy bills under this section will be resolved by a Special Benefit Committee consisting of the F.O.P. President or designee, the City’s Director of Employee Services or designee and the JSO Chief of Human Resources.

Question 76

29.9 Career Development Program The City shall fund the tuition reimbursement program $____________ annually for all F.O.P. bargaining unit members collectively. Reimbursement requests from any F.O.P. member necessitating funding in excess of $______________ annually may be denied or limited based upon available funding. Unused funding shall be reallocated annually as determined by the City.

Answer 76

29.9 Career Development Program The City shall fund the tuition reimbursement program $120,000.00 annually for all F.O.P. bargaining unit members collectively. Reimbursement requests from any F.O.P. member necessitating funding in excess of $120,000.00 annually may be denied or limited based upon available funding. Unused funding shall be reallocated annually as determined by the City.

Question 77

A. Covered Personal Property Covered personal property shall be defined as that equipment necessary for the performance of the employee's official duties including ____________, ______________, and _____________. Covered personal property shall include non-uniform clothing. It shall not include telephones, pagers or electronic devices. With the exception of watches, jewelry is not covered personal property. A.-C. Items

Answer 77

A. Covered Personal Property Covered personal property shall be defined as that equipment necessary for the performance of the employee's official duties including prescription eyeglasses/contacts lenses, prosthodontics, and watches. Covered personal property shall include non-uniform clothing. It shall not include telephones, pagers or electronic devices. With the exception of watches, jewelry is not covered personal property.

Question 78

(2) Payments under this provision shall not exceed $_____________, except that repair or replacement of watches will be limited to $________________. (3) The Employer shall make every reasonable effort to make payments authorized under this Section within ____________ days of the employee’s submission of a claim.

Answer 78

(2) Payments under this provision shall not exceed three hundred dollars ($300.00), except that repair or replacement of watches will be limited to one-hundred dollars ($100). (3) The Employer shall make every reasonable effort to make payments authorized under this Section within thirty (30) days of the employee’s submission of a claim.

Question 79

31.4 Damage to Employer Property When Employer property is damaged, destroyed, or lost as a result of an employee’s negligence, carelessness, or failure to take reasonable steps to secure the property, the employee shall pay the cost of repair or replacement, up to a maximum of $___________ per incident, subject to the conditions set forth below.

Answer 79

31.4 Damage to Employer Property When Employer property is damaged, destroyed, or lost as a result of an employee’s negligence, carelessness, or failure to take reasonable steps to secure the property, the employee shall pay the cost of repair or replacement, up to a maximum of $400 per incident, subject to the conditions set forth below.

Question 80

31.5 Clothing Allowance A. Employees who are required to wear business attire (e.g. dress coats or dress shirts and ties for men and civilian attire for women) to include _____________________ during duty hours shall be entitled to a clothing allowance of $________________ paid ____________. A. Unit B. Amount B. Frequency ______________ reimbursements or shall occur the second pay period following the end, provided the employee has worked or been on paid leave at least ____________ in each month of the ____________. Reimbursement may be prorated. A. Frequency B. Days C. Frequency

Answer 80

31.5 Clothing Allowance A. Employees who are required to wear business attire (e.g. dress coats or dress shirts and ties for men and civilian attire for women) to include Organized Crime during duty hours shall be entitled to a clothing allowance of one hundred twenty five dollars ($125) paid quarterly. Quarterly reimbursements or shall occur the second pay period following the end of the quarter, provided the employee has worked or been on paid leave at least ten (10) days in each month of the quarter. Reimbursement may be prorated.

Question 81

32.5 All administrative fees for a one (1) month period must be paid to JSO by the _______ day of the following month. Employees whose payments are more than __________ late will be subject to appropriate discipline, which may include loss of secondary employment privileges. A. Number B. Time Frame

Answer 81

32.5 All administrative fees for a one (1) month period must be paid to JSO by the 10th day of the following month. Employees whose payments are more than two (2) weeks late will be subject to appropriate discipline, which may include loss of secondary employment privileges.

Question 82

32.6 The hourly rate, paid to the officer, for secondary employment shall be: Officers minimum of $_________ Supervisors minimum of $________ Officers and Supervisors will receive a minimum of 3 hours of pay for jobs cancelled within _____ hours.

Answer 82

32.6 The hourly rate, paid to the officer, for secondary employment shall be: Officers minimum of $33.00 Supervisors minimum of $36.00 Officers and Supervisors will receive a minimum of 3 hours of pay for jobs cancelled within 48 hours.

Question 83

Promotions within the bargaining unit shall be governed by the Civil Service and Personnel Rules and Regulations, except that the "rule of 3" as provided in the City Ordinance Code shall supersede the provisions of the Civil Service and Personnel Rules and Regulations. Any disputes relating to promotions shall be filed with the ___________________________ and resolved exclusively through the Civil Service System.

Answer 83

Promotions within the bargaining unit shall be governed by the Civil Service and Personnel Rules and Regulations, except that the "rule of 3" as provided in the City Ordinance Code shall supersede the provisions of the Civil Service and Personnel Rules and Regulations. Any disputes relating to promotions shall be filed with the City’s Employee Services Department and resolved exclusively through the Civil Service System.

Question 84

An officer who fails an annual physical ability test shall be given _______________ from the date of the failure to pass the physical ability test. (1) During that ___________, the officer will remain on duty but will be required to participate in an on-duty training and/or conditioning program which will require the officer’s participation at the training academy at least ______ monthly. The program will be personally designed to enable the officer to ultimately pass the examination. A. Time Frame B. Time Frame C. Number

Answer 84

An officer who fails an annual physical ability test shall be given one (1) calendar year from the date of the failure to pass the physical ability test. (1) During that calendar year, the officer will remain on duty but will be required to participate in an on-duty training and/or conditioning program which will require the officer’s participation at the training academy at least twice monthly. The program will be personally designed to enable the officer to ultimately pass the examination.

Question 85

(a) The JSO shall make available a combined number of positions for up to ____% of the total sworn police ranks which will be designated as Permanent Light Duty positions for all of those officers who either qualify for accommodation under paragraph (2) above, or who qualify for permanent accommodations as a result of on-the-job injuries. Each such officer who wishes to be placed in a Permanent Light Duty position so designated must be able to perform the functions of that position with the exception of an ability to effect an arrest and respond to an emergency. A maximum of ________ supervisory positions will be included within the total Permanent Light Duty positions.

Answer 85

(a) The JSO shall make available a combined number of positions for up to 1.5% of the total sworn police ranks which will be designated as Permanent Light Duty positions for all of those officers who either qualify for accommodation under paragraph (2) above, or who qualify for permanent accommodations as a result of on-the-job injuries. Each such officer who wishes to be placed in a Permanent Light Duty position so designated must be able to perform the functions of that position with the exception of an ability to effect an arrest and respond to an emergency. A maximum of three (3) supervisory positions will be included within the total Permanent Light Duty positions.

Question 86

Officers will be bumped from Limited Light Duty based on what priority list? 1. 2. 3.

Answer 86

(i) (A) Positions shall be determined first by giving priority to officers injured as a result of concerted police action. (B) Secondly, by giving priority to officers who are injured on-the-job; (C) and finally, by giving priority to officers who are most senior. An officer who is “bumped” may seek a nonsworn position as an accommodation, but if no other position is available, such officer shall be separated from employment pursuant to the Civil Service and Personnel Rules and Regulations.

Question 87

35.2 It is understood and agreed that employees shall furnish written notification of their intent to file suit against a third party in any court of law, if the suit arises out of the employee’s official duties. Notice shall be provided to the _____________, not less than ___________ days before the actual filing date.

Answer 87

35.2 It is understood and agreed that employees shall furnish written notification of their intent to file suit against a third party in any court of law, if the suit arises out of the employee’s official duties. Notice shall be provided to the Undersheriff, not less than five (5) days before the actual filing date.