ManagementMemov1 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the purpose of the SVP?

A

Enhance the Department’s outreach, marketing, and effectiveness is serving the public.

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2
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In general, how does the SVP work?

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Senior men and women volunteer their time to assist departmental employees in the performance of their duties.

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3
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Which division oversees the SVP?

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Planning and Analysis Division (in Research and Planning Section). Community Outreach and Marketing Unit has statewide oversight responsibility of SVP.

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4
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What are the operational modes of the SVP?

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Departmental and Civic support

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5
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What types of duties would fall under the departmental mode for the SVP?

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Clerical functions (e.g. telephone and front counter coverage, data entry, filing, etc.), and field related functions (e.g. child safety seat technicians, deploying SPECTER trailers, transporting vehicles for service).

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6
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What types of duties might fall under the civic support mode for the SVP?

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Traffic control and departmental events, CHiP’s for Kids, assisting the POA.

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7
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Who supervises senior volunteers?

A

The Area SVP coordinator.

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8
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Where is the statewide SVP coordinator assigned?

A

Community Outreach and Marketing Unit

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9
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Does each field division have a SVP coordinator?

A

Yes.

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10
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What rank should the Area SVP supervisor be?

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Sergeant or above.

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What are the responsibilities of the Area SVP supervisor?

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Ensure all monthly, quarterly, and annual reports are submitted to the commander. When a SVP fund is established, ensure that a financial is submitted to Area and Division.

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12
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What rank should the Area SVP coordinator be?

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At least one rank below the Area SVP supervisor.

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13
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How many SVP coordinators can an Area have?

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One.

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14
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How many associate SVP coordinators can an Area have?

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As many as they want. Associate coordinators do not have to be uniformed.

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15
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Does each Area with senior volunteers have to have an Advisory Committee?

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No, only when applicable and upon approval of the Area commander.

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16
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When senior volunteer staffing allows, what shall the command structure of the Area SVP be? SVP President, SVP Vice-President, SVP Secretary, SVP Treasurer

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Any area with the approval of division.

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17
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Which areas can have a SVP?

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55 years old.

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18
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What is the minimum age requirements of a senior volunteer?

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Yes.

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19
Q

Is a background investigation part of the screening process for senior volunteer applicants?

A

6 days.

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20
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The background investigation of a senior volunteer applicant must be completed within how long after it is begun?

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The Area SVP coordinator.

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21
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Who is responsible for completing each senior volunteer’s background investigation?

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A departmental senior volunteer identification card. (issued by the statewide coordinator)

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22
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What type of identification do senior volunteers carry?

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Yes. Kept at Area.

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23
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Do senior volunteers have personnel files?

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For 5 years after separation date.

24
Q

How long shall senior volunteer personnel files be kept?

A

No. They are not peace officers nor are they departmental employees.

25
Q

Are senior volunteers protected under POBR?

A

Annually.

26
Q

All property, equipment, and materials issued to a senior volunteer must be inventoried how often?

A

Yes, when applicable.

27
Q

Can senior volunteers be issued departmental flashlights and extenders?

A

Yes, usually conducted at division level, but can be at Area. The statewide coordinator develops the training.

28
Q

Is there a standardized training program for senior volunteers?

A

Yes.

29
Q

Can senior volunteers go on ride-alongs?

A

Assist the patrol officer.

30
Q

What can senior volunteers do at a traffic collision scene?

A

Private property, Parking facilities, On highways for parades, fairs, and events where barricades or traffic control devices are in place.

31
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Under what conditions can senior volunteers perform traffic control?

A

Yes.

32
Q

Are senior volunteer uniforms consistent statewide?

A

Yes.

33
Q

Are senior volunteers issued a badge and identification number?

A

Must complete defensive driving course. Deploy SPECTER trailers. Assist the PAO. Transport vehicles for service. Assist uniformed personnel while performing traffic surveys

34
Q

Under what conditions can a senior volunteer operate a marked patrol car?

A

An “out of service,” or “senior volunteer” sign both rear side windows.

35
Q

When a senior volunteer operates a marked patrol car, what must be affixed to the car and where?

A

Only under the direct supervision of a departmental employee.

36
Q

Can senior volunteers operate the Management Information System, including CLETS?

A

Yes, upon commanders approval.

37
Q

Can senior volunteers use departmental e-mail.

A

No.

38
Q

Can a senior volunteer enter a jail facility?

A

No.

39
Q

Can senior volunteers handle evidence?

A

No.

40
Q

Can a senior volunteer operate a departmental motorcycle or aircraft?

A

No.

41
Q

Can a senior volunteer drive, operate, or move any other vehicle while on a ride-along?

A

No.

42
Q

Can senior volunteers transport enforcement documents to local courts?

A

In addition to impounding a vehicle for 3 days for suspended license, or having never been issued a driver’s license, a 3 day impound can occur if the driver’s license is restricted per 13352 VC or 23575 VC and the vehicle is not equipped with an interlock device.

43
Q

What is the new amendment to Section 1462.6 VC?

A

All body art, including the following: Tattoos, Brands, Intentional scarring, Mutilation, Dental ornamentation

44
Q

What types of body art are prohibited from being displayed by all uniformed employees, including cadets, while on-duty or when representing the Department in any official capacity?

A

With long sleeve shirts, trousers, skin tone patch, make-up.

45
Q

How shall uniformed employees cover existing body art?

A

No. Employee’s expense.

46
Q

Can a uniformed employee have a tattoo removed at the Department’s expense?

A

No. Still prohibited.

47
Q

Is body art allowed if there is no way for the employee to cover or remove it?

A

Critical incident stress debriefing, peer support, or counseling.

48
Q

Due to the difficulty of re-entry into post military life, what shall employees be offered upon return?

A

Employee Assistance Unit.

49
Q

Which departmental unit is responsible for contacting returning employees?

A

Voluntary.

50
Q

Are the services of Employee Assistance Unit for returning employees voluntary or mandatory?

A

Yes, in order to prevent the destruction of evidence.

51
Q

Are officers justified in entering a residence or other private place in which a subject evades arrest?

A

Officer must have probable cause to believe all the following exist:

52
Q

Under what conditions can an officer make a warrantless entry into a residence for a misdemeanor or felony DUI arrest?

A

The driver is under the influence, DUI is an element of the crime being investigated. The driver is home. Time between the crime and arrest is brief enough that evidence of BAC is still present. The blood alcohol evidence is in danger of imminent destruction.

53
Q

Is a “knock and notice” and consideration of method of entry or use of force to be commensurate with the severity of the crime committed required?

A

Yes.

54
Q

How many mailboxes does each EOC have for incoming email messages?

A

One mailbox as the sole point of contact.

55
Q

What is the prefix of an EOC mailbox?

A

EOC