R2013-21 AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

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when learning of the facts regarding such assignment, but said Union officer may only listen and observe and may not participate in the discussion. Section 3. Employees taking Civil Service promotional examinations shall have the right to review the correct answers and their scores on all portions of such examinations in accordance with the rules of the Civil Service Commission, provided that the identity of the individuals grading the oral portions of the examinations shall not be disclosed. Section 4. The following procedure will govern all promotions for Sergeant: (a). All examinations shall relate to the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the critical and essential functions of the position applied for. Eligibility for promotion to the position of Sergeant shall be based on: 1) Oral examination 25%; 2) Written examination 50%; 3) Evaluation of work record 20%; 4 Seniority0.25% for each year of service to 20 ears 5%. ( Y years) 5) Military credit may be applied as prescribed by statute. (b). Oral Examination The oral examination shall constitute 25% of the final grade. The oral examination shall consist of ten (10) single answer questions to be determined by the Chief of Police. All applicants shall be given the same ten questions and all questions will be based on the critical and essential job functions for the position of Police Sergeant. Each question shall have a value of 2.5 points with the total value of the examination to be 25 points. Oral interviews shall be audio and video recorded and shall be conducted and graded prior to the giving of the written examination. The candidates shall be notified of their scores on the oral examination prior to being given the written examination. If requested within one week of the exam, the City shall provide a copy of the videotape and correct answers to the Union as requested, at the Union's expense. (c). Written Examination The written examination shall constitute 50% of the final grade. The written examination shall consist of two parts. The first part shall test reading comprehension and written communication skills. This portion of the exam shall constitute 50% of the overall written exam score. The second part of the written examination shall test the applicant's knowledge of selected City of Decatur Ordinances and Decatur Police Department Policies and Procedures. This portion of the exam shall consist only of multiple choice, true/false and fill in the blank questions. 11