SJC Administrative Code Flashcards
The only means by which to apply for a vacant position with SJC.
Online Application System (OAS)
Who approves all Department Director new hires.
BOCC
How long are SJC jobs posted internally?
5 days
How long do employees have apply for a posted vacancy?
The week of the posting period (5 days)
What chapter of Florida Statutes sets forth certain requirements for public employers to accord preferences to certain veterans and spouses of veterans?
Chapter 295
SJC permits employment of qualified relative so long as such employment does not …
… create actual or perceived conflicts of interest
List SJCFR’s 8 Core Values.
Professional Excellence Integrity Communication Diversity and Respect Health and Safety Teamwork and Leadership Communication Innovation
Relative are permitted to work in the same department, but may not …
…be directly supervised by a family member. (Same goes for close friends, domestic partners, significant others.)
What do county employees not have in any area of county business?
Expectation of privacy
An employee with a Class A violation may have their driving privileges suspended for how up to how long?
18 months
If an employee receives a Class A citation from a law enforcement officer, how long do they have to notify their supervisor?
24 hours or next business day, whichever is sooner.
What driving offenses are considered Class A violations?
1) Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs
2) Negligent homicide
3) Operating with a suspended/revoked license
4) Using a motor vehicle for commission of a felony
5) Aggravated assault with a motor vehicle
6) Reckless driving/hit-and-run
7) Operating stolen vehicle/unlicensed to drive
What constitutes a Class B moving violation?
All moving violations not listed as Class A
An employee who has 2 Class B moving violations or chargeable accidents in last 3 years is subject to what discipline?
Verbal counseling by supervisor
An employee who has 3 Class B moving violations or chargeable accidents in last 3 years is subject to what discipline?
Verbal counseling by supervisor, complete Basic Driver Improvement class within 30 days. (Failure to complete class results in 90-day suspension from driving county vehicles)
An employee who has 4 Class B moving violations or chargeable accidents in last 3 years is subject to what discipline?
Verbal counseling by supervisor, complete Basic Driver Improvement class and Traffic Collision Avoidance Course within 30 days. (Failure to complete class results in one-year suspension from driving county vehicles)
What combination of motor vehicle violations make an applicant not eligible for employment with the county?
1) Class A violation in past 3 years or
2) 4 or more Class B violations in past 3 years
How soon must a police report from an employee-involved traffic accident be delivered to Risk Management?
within 24 hours
How much FMLA time is an employee entitled to?
12 weeks in a 12-month period
For how long does an employee have to work for the county in order to be eligible for FMLA.
1 continuous year
How much FMLA leave may employees take to care for a covered service member or covered non-active veteran?
26 weeks during a 12-month period
How must FMLA leave be taken to care for a child after birth (adoption, foster care)?
In a single block
When both parents work for the county, what is the maximum amount of time for the birth of a child/placement?
12 weeks in a 12-month period
An employee who fails to return to work following ____ days may be treated as having voluntarily resigned.
3
During FMLA leaves, how often much and employee periodically report on their medical status and intent to return to work.
Every 30 days
How long may an authorized leave of absence ?extend?
Up to 6 months
Employees on unpaid leave are not eligible for …
merit salary advacements
salary increase
payment for holidays
accrued paid leave benefits
Personnel Services shall be notified after an employee has missed ____ consecutive workdays in order to determine FMLA eligibility?
3 days
How much sick time are employees compensated when they separate employment?
1/4 of unused sick leave up to 300 hours
How many hours (sick or vacation) must you donate to join sick leave pool?
40 hours to earn 200. (Must have at least 80 hours prior to donation.)
When FMLA employees return to work, what are they guaranteed (protections)?
Same or equivalent position with equivalent pay and benefits.
What is compassionate leave?
Employees is means to offset financial challenges employees could experience in the event they exhaust their own leave balances. Employee taking leave may receive donated vacation hours from coworkers.
What is the maximum allowable hours of compassionate leave an employee may use?
1040 hours in a 12-mont period.
Which types of postings are prohibited on the county message board?
obscene, pornographic, libelous, promote any religious or political activity, advocates violence, or is of a commercial nature for personal financial gain.
What is the purpose of employee evaluations?
To inform employees of work performance To recognize potential for promotion To determine eligibility for salary advancement As a basis for disciplinary action To determine training needs
What type of performance evaluation anytime an employees’s performance is less than effective?
Special Performance Evaluation
What types of behavior are considered inappropriate and could lead to disciplinary action?
Negligence Inability to perform assigned duties Insubordination Conduct unbecoming a county employee Use of alcohol/narcotics while engaged in county business Arrest for a felony Falsifying records Excessive absenteeism/tardiness
Steps of county disciplinary process
1) Verbal Warning
2) Written warning
3) Suspension or other action
4) Termination (employee may be terminated at any time for any offense for which immediate termination is justified)
County Grievance/Appeal Process
Beginning and Level One
1) Employee discusses concern with supervisor. (Within five working days of incident.)
2) Level One – Employee puts complaint in writing to Department Director within 5 days of discussion with supervisor. Director schedules meeting (within 5 working days) if receipt, and provides answer within 5 working days of meeting.
County Grievance/Appeal Process
Level Two and Level Three
Level Two – Employee has 5 working days to file appeal with Assistant County Administrator. ASD has 10 working days from receipt to hold meeting, and then 10 working days to provide an answer.
Level Three – Employee has 5 working days to appeal ACD decision to County Administrator. County Administrator has 10 working days to hold meeting and 5 working days to make a final decision. County Administrator’s decision is final and not subject to appeal.
Steps in Termination of Employment Appeal
1) Employee may appeal termination to the County Administrator within 5 working days of termination.
2) County Administrator will conduct meeting within 7 working days.
3) County Administrator shall respond in writing within 14 working days.
Types of sexual harassment
1) Quid pro quo – unwelcome advances/requests for favors is an explicit or implicit condition of employment, continued employment or promotion.
2) Unwelcome advances/requests for favors creates a hostile working environment.
Who should managers and supervisors notify immediately of any complaints of harassment?
Personnel Services Department
