Career Development

Question 1

What is the purpose of in-service training?

Answer 1

To provide training opportunities for specialized positions.

Question 2

What information is recorded for in-service training?

Answer 2

Title of course, date of completion, grade, and special honors.

Question 3

What training is required for newly promoted personnel?

Answer 3

Job-related training for specific duties and assignments.

Question 4

Who conducts training for newly promoted personnel?

Answer 4

Person experienced in the new assignment of the same or higher rank.

Question 5

What documentation is required for training completion?

Answer 5

Documentation on Performance Development Forms.

Question 6

What additional skills training is provided to newly promoted sworn personnel?

Answer 6

Skills training utilizing Sergeants’ Academy, required UCG courses, and executive management courses.

Question 7

What is the duration limit for a temporary assignment by the Chief?

Answer 7

Not to exceed sixty (60) calendar days.

Question 8

What defines a temporary specialized assignment?

Answer 8

Assignment with a beginning and ending date, not exceeding twelve (12) months.

Question 9

How are transfers to temporary assignments managed?

Answer 9

In accordance with the terms of the current collective bargaining agreement.

Question 10

What is the purpose of educational incentives according to the Division of Police?

Answer 10

To encourage personnel to further their educational development.

Question 11

What is the purpose of General Order 1993-06C?

Answer 11

To outline policies and procedures related to career development.

Question 12

What is the policy of Lexington-Fayette Police regarding career development?

Answer 12

To encourage employee career development at all levels.

Question 13

What does the career development plan include for Division personnel?

Answer 13

Educational and training advancement opportunities.

Question 14

Which training programs are part of the career development plan?

Answer 14

Sergeants’ Academy, Southern Police Institute, etc.

Question 15

Who is responsible for administering career development?

Answer 15

Each supervisor, both sworn and civilian.

Question 16

What are the objectives of the career development plan?

Answer 16

To provide opportunities for all personnel and enhance professional growth.

Question 17

How often are career development opportunities evaluated?

Answer 17

Annually by the Training Committee.

Question 18

What is the role of commanders and supervisors in career counseling?

Answer 18

Offer guidance during performance development reviews.

Question 19

What should be documented by commanders and supervisors in career counseling?

Answer 19

Recommendations relevant to job assignments.

Question 20

What is the purpose of proficiency in-service training?

Answer 20

To keep officers up to date and enhance their skills.

Question 21

Who determines eligibility for educational cost reimbursement?

Answer 21

Personnel may be eligible as per the current collective bargaining agreement.

Question 22

What must personnel provide to receive Educational Incentive Pay?

Answer 22

Personnel must supply documentation like college transcripts or a diploma.

Question 23

What is required to apply for scholarships for college courses?

Answer 23

Letters of recommendation from commanders and supervisors may be provided.

Question 24

Why should personnel seek an associate’s degree according to the notes?

Answer 24

All sworn personnel are encouraged to seek an associate’s degree as a minimum.

Question 25

How are selections for developmental programs made according to the notes?

Answer 25

Selections are made strictly on merit regardless of race, sex, creed, or religion.