R & R's - Article II Flashcards
(102 cards)
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What is the source of authority for the Board of Fire & Police Commissioners?
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An Act of the General Assembly entitled ‘Board of Fire & Police Commissioners’
Referred to as the ‘ACT’
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What is the source of authority for the Board of Fire & Police Commissioners?
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An Act of the General Assembly entitled ‘Board of Fire & Police Commissioners’
Referred to as the ‘ACT’
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Define ‘Officer’ in the context of the Fire and Police Departments.
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Any person holding permanent office as a full-time sworn member of Police or Fire Department.
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Define ‘Officer’ in the context of the Fire and Police Departments.
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Any person holding permanent office as a full-time sworn member of Police or Fire Department.
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What is the quorum for the Board of Fire & Police Commissioners?
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(2) members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the conduct of all business.
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What is the quorum for the Board of Fire & Police Commissioners?
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(2) members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the conduct of all business.
4
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List the components of the Order of Business for the Board meetings.
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- Reading of minutes
- Communications
- Unfinished Business
- New Business
- Adjournment
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List the components of the Order of Business for the Board meetings.
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- Reading of minutes
- Communications
- Unfinished Business
- New Business
- Adjournment
5
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What is required for the annual report and budget request submission?
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Board shall submit an Annual Report of its activities and a Budget Request on or before the close of each fiscal year.
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What is required for the annual report and budget request submission?
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Board shall submit an Annual Report of its activities and a Budget Request on or before the close of each fiscal year.
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What are the citizenship and residency requirements for applicants?
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Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or aliens prior to final date for filing application.
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What are the citizenship and residency requirements for applicants?
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Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or aliens prior to final date for filing application.
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What must all applications submitted to the Fire Department include?
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- Typed or printed in ink
- Signed and sworn before a Notary Public
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What must all applications submitted to the Fire Department include?
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- Typed or printed in ink
- Signed and sworn before a Notary Public
8
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What personal data must applicants provide to the Commission?
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- Certified Birth Certificate
- Certified copy of Armed Services Record (DD214)
- Military Discharge
- High School Diploma/GED
- High School transcripts
- Any college degrees/transcripts
- Copy of Driver License
- Must submit to fingerprinting, if requested
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What personal data must applicants provide to the Commission?
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- Certified Birth Certificate
- Certified copy of Armed Services Record (DD214)
- Military Discharge
- High School Diploma/GED
- High School transcripts
- Any college degrees/transcripts
- Copy of Driver License
- Must submit to fingerprinting, if requested
9
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What is the minimum age requirement for appointment as a sworn member?
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Minimum 21 years old.
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What is the minimum age requirement for appointment as a sworn member?
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Minimum 21 years old.
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What is the maximum age limit for applicants?
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Must not have passed 35th birthday as of closing date of accepting applications.
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What is the maximum age limit for applicants?
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Must not have passed 35th birthday as of closing date of accepting applications.
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True or False: The age limit does not apply to certain previously employed individuals.
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True.
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True or False: The age limit does not apply to certain previously employed individuals.
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True.
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What must applicants execute before taking a Physical Agility Test?
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A Release of All Liability.
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What must applicants execute before taking a Physical Agility Test?
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A Release of All Liability.
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How must the Notice of Examination be advertised?
Must be advertised in local newspaper.
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How must the Notice of Examination be advertised?
Must be advertised in local newspaper.
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What types of examinations are included for applicants?
* Written
* Physical Agility
* Personality Trait Assessment (Psychological)
* Background Check
* Oral Interview
* Post-offer medical exam (includes drug testing)
* Other methods of examination approved by Commission
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What types of examinations are included for applicants?
* Written
* Physical Agility
* Personality Trait Assessment (Psychological)
* Background Check
* Oral Interview
* Post-offer medical exam (includes drug testing)
* Other methods of examination approved by Commission
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What is the passing score on the written examination?
70% or other percentage determined by Commission.
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What is the passing score on the written examination?
70% or other percentage determined by Commission.
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What is the composition of the Initial Eligibility Register?
Ranked in order from Highest to Lowest based on combination scores on:
* Written Exam 40%
* Oral Exam 60%
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What is the composition of the Initial Eligibility Register?
Ranked in order from Highest to Lowest based on combination scores on:
* Written Exam 40%
* Oral Exam 60%
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How long will the eligibility list for original appointment remain in force?
For (2) years from date of approval.
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How long will the eligibility list for original appointment remain in force?
For (2) years from date of approval.
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What are the requirements for applicants to receive preference points?
* Education [5 points]
* Fire Cadet Program [5 points]
* Residency [5 points]
* Veteran’s [5 points]
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What are the requirements for applicants to receive preference points?
* Education [5 points]
* Fire Cadet Program [5 points]
* Residency [5 points]
* Veteran’s [5 points]
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What is the minimum probationary period for original appointees?
(12) months from date of completion of basic training at Fire Academy.
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What is the minimum probationary period for original appointees?
(12) months from date of completion of basic training at Fire Academy.
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What must all members complete to gain permanent appointment status?
Paramedic training program including State licensure in timely manner.
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What must all members complete to gain permanent appointment status?
Paramedic training program including State licensure in timely manner.
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What is the basis for promotions within the Fire Department?
* Ascertained merit
* Seniority in Service
* Exam
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What is the basis for promotions within the Fire Department?
* Ascertained merit
* Seniority in Service
* Exam
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What special qualifications are required for the position of Lieutenant?
* Must have served minimum (5) years on F.D
* Evidence of EMT-Basic
* Certified FF III
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What special qualifications are required for the position of Lieutenant?
* Must have served minimum (5) years on F.D
* Evidence of EMT-Basic
* Certified FF III
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What is the maximum score for the written examination for District Chief?
45 points.
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What is the maximum score for the written examination for District Chief?
45 points.
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What is the minimum average score required on written and subjective examinations for promotional eligibility?
70%.
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What is the minimum average score required on written and subjective examinations for promotional eligibility?
70%.
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What is the maximum score for seniority points for District Chief?
25 years or 0.8333 in partial year to maximum of 15 points.
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What is the maximum score for seniority points for District Chief?
25 years or 0.8333 in partial year to maximum of 15 points.
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What is the scoring breakdown for a promotional examination for Captain?
* Written Exam (maximum 45 pts) - 45%
* Subjective Exam (maximum 30 pts) - 30%
* Seniority (maximum of 22.5 pts) - 22.5%
* Ascertained Merit (maximum 2.5 pts) - 2.5%
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What is the scoring breakdown for a promotional examination for Captain?
* Written Exam (maximum 45 pts) - 45%
* Subjective Exam (maximum 30 pts) - 30%
* Seniority (maximum of 22.5 pts) - 22.5%
* Ascertained Merit (maximum 2.5 pts) - 2.5%
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What is required for all candidates for promotional examinations to the rank of Lieutenant?
Possess the 'Necessary Special Requirements' as contained in Fire Department R & R’s effective on December 6, 2012.
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What is required for all candidates for promotional examinations to the rank of Lieutenant?
Possess the 'Necessary Special Requirements' as contained in Fire Department R & R’s effective on December 6, 2012.
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What must be available in the department library for promotional examinations?
Written SOP’s, General Orders, and Rules & Regulations.
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What must be available in the department library for promotional examinations?
Written SOP’s, General Orders, and Rules & Regulations.
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What is the minimum passing percentage for Written SOP’s, General Orders, and Rules & Regulations?
70%
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What is the minimum passing percentage for Written SOP’s, General Orders, and Rules & Regulations?
70%
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What is the maximum percentage for additional resources at the discretion of the Chief?
30%
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What is the maximum percentage for additional resources at the discretion of the Chief?
30%
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What is the role of the Chief during the assessment center?
Chief may designate an alternate, but an individual representing the department will remain the same for all candidates.
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What is the role of the Chief during the assessment center?
Chief may designate an alternate, but an individual representing the department will remain the same for all candidates.
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Is Peer Assessment weighted or scored?
No, it is an Advisory Tool Only.
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Is Peer Assessment weighted or scored?
No, it is an Advisory Tool Only.
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What must be completed in the presence of monitors and provided to the Commission?
Narrative Summary of each candidate’s performance.
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What must be completed in the presence of monitors and provided to the Commission?
Narrative Summary of each candidate’s performance.
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What components are considered in the Subjective Examination?
* Candidates written application
* Results of Leadership Assessment
* Results of Peer Assessment
* Chief’s comments during interview and deliberations
* Annual Evaluations & Personnel File
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What components are considered in the Subjective Examination?
* Candidates written application
* Results of Leadership Assessment
* Results of Peer Assessment
* Chief’s comments during interview and deliberations
* Annual Evaluations & Personnel File
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How is the Final Subjective Evaluation Score calculated?
Average of (3) or (2) Commissioners' grades.
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How is the Final Subjective Evaluation Score calculated?
Average of (3) or (2) Commissioners' grades.
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What happens in the event of a tie on the Promotional List?
Candidates will be placed on the list in order of their seniority.
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What happens in the event of a tie on the Promotional List?
Candidates will be placed on the list in order of their seniority.
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For how long will the Promotional List remain in effect?
3 years from the date of posting.
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For how long will the Promotional List remain in effect?
3 years from the date of posting.
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What is the 'Rule of Seven' regarding filling vacancies in the Fire Department?
Commission may select from Promotional List any candidate within the top 7 for each appointment.
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What is the 'Rule of Seven' regarding filling vacancies in the Fire Department?
Commission may select from Promotional List any candidate within the top 7 for each appointment.
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What is required before a candidate can test for a higher rank?
Candidates must work in the rank for which they tested for a minimum of 1 year.
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What is required before a candidate can test for a higher rank?
Candidates must work in the rank for which they tested for a minimum of 1 year.
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What is the maximum period for which a member may be suspended pending a hearing?
30 days.
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What is the maximum period for which a member may be suspended pending a hearing?
30 days.
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What must be included in a complaint against a sworn position?
* Written statement
* Plain and concise statement of the facts
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What must be included in a complaint against a sworn position?
* Written statement
* Plain and concise statement of the facts
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How many calendar days' notice must be given before a full hearing on a complaint?
At least 10 calendar days.
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How many calendar days' notice must be given before a full hearing on a complaint?
At least 10 calendar days.
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What is the Commission's authority regarding probable cause to hear a complaint?
Commission has the sole right to determine whether there is probable cause.
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What is the Commission's authority regarding probable cause to hear a complaint?
Commission has the sole right to determine whether there is probable cause.
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What is the burden of proof in a hearing before the Commission?
Preponderance of Evidence.
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What is the burden of proof in a hearing before the Commission?
Preponderance of Evidence.
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What type of proceedings are hearings before the Commission?
Administrative in nature.
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What type of proceedings are hearings before the Commission?
Administrative in nature.
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What is the maximum suspension period the Chief can enforce without Commission approval?
5 calendar days.
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What is the maximum suspension period the Chief can enforce without Commission approval?
5 calendar days.
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What happens if a member resigns before completing their 5th year?
Commission may reinstate member within 1 year of resignation.
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What happens if a member resigns before completing their 5th year?
Commission may reinstate member within 1 year of resignation.
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What is the time frame for filing a written notice of appeal after receiving notice of suspension?
Within 5 calendar days.
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What is the time frame for filing a written notice of appeal after receiving notice of suspension?
Within 5 calendar days.
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What is the maximum duration for which the Commission may suspend a member after a hearing?
30 days.
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What is the maximum duration for which the Commission may suspend a member after a hearing?
30 days.
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If any section of R & R is found unlawful, what is the effect on the remaining provisions?
Only that section shall apply, and shall not invalidate any other provision.
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If any section of R & R is found unlawful, what is the effect on the remaining provisions?
Only that section shall apply, and shall not invalidate any other provision.
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What must be done with applications for original appointment or promotion?
Applications are not to be returned and will be kept on file.
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What must be done with applications for original appointment or promotion?
Applications are not to be returned and will be kept on file.
