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What is the main objective of the Equal Pay Act (EPA)? To eliminate discrimination in wages based on gender.
What landmark case ruled that jobs do not need to be Schultz v. Wheaton Glass Company.
identical for EPA purposes?
What did the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act (LLFPA) It overturned the Supreme Court's decision in Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire &
achieve? Rubber Co., allowing each discriminatory paycheck to be considered a new
violation.
What is the Age Discrimination in Employment Act A federal law that forbids age discrimination against individuals who are 40 years
(ADEA)? or older.
What types of employment practices does the ADEA Hiring, job assignments, promotions, layoffs, training, fringe benefits, and other
cover? terms or conditions of employment.
In which case did the U.S. Supreme Court review age Smith v. City of Jackson (2005).
discrimination under a theory of disparate impact?
What was a significant finding of the 2020 PayScale Women working full-time earn 81 cents for every dollar earned by men working
Consulting study regarding gender pay disparity? full-time.
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How does the coronavirus pandemic affect women's Women are often the first to be laid off or furloughed, leading to greater
earnings in the workforce? penalties in earnings.
What is one reason why understanding human resource At least 80 percent of a law enforcement agency's annual operating budget is
management is crucial for law enforcement agencies? spent on personnel and personnel support costs.
What can result from weak selection processes and Serious mistakes revealed by the actions of officers.
inadequate training in law enforcement?
Why is achieving a diverse workforce important in law It helps in working effectively with different populations in the community.
enforcement?
What are the consequences of failing to understand It can lead to adverse attention and potential litigation by employees.
local, state, and federal laws regarding public sector
employees?
How can job discrimination litigation affect community It puts the community at a disadvantage when trying to recruit potential
recruitment efforts? employers.
What is a valid and reliable promotional practice in law To identify leaders who can help maintain a high level of agency performance.
enforcement intended to achieve?
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What is the significance of having a strong knowledge of It is essential for effective agency operation and community service.
human resource management in law enforcement?
What is the primary role of a police HR unit? To manage human resources functions within a law enforcement agency.
What does POST stand for in the context of police HR? Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
Why is it important for police HR units to maintain To ensure compliance and protect against legal liabilities.
currency with federal job discrimination laws?
What is one of the responsibilities of a police HR unit Recruiting and selecting sworn and civilian personnel.
regarding personnel?
What does monitoring turnover, retention, and diversity Tracking and analyzing employee statistics to improve workplace conditions.
involve?
What type of services might a police HR unit provide or Psychological services, such as entry screening and critical incident counseling.
contract for?
What types of training might a police HR unit deliver? Academy, in-service, advanced, and managerial training.
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Police Administration –
Chapter 9: Human
Resource Management |
Study Guide
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Page 1 of 78 Police Administration – Chapter 9_ Human Resource Management _ Study Guide.pdf
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What is the main objective of the Equal Pay Act (EPA)? To eliminate discrimination in wages based on gender.
What landmark case ruled that jobs do not need to be Schultz v. Wheaton Glass Company.
identical for EPA purposes?
What did the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act (LLFPA) It overturned the Supreme Court's decision in Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire &
achieve? Rubber Co., allowing each discriminatory paycheck to be considered a new
violation.
What is the Age Discrimination in Employment Act A federal law that forbids age discrimination against individuals who are 40 years
(ADEA)? or older.
What types of employment practices does the ADEA Hiring, job assignments, promotions, layoffs, training, fringe benefits, and other
cover? terms or conditions of employment.
In which case did the U.S. Supreme Court review age Smith v. City of Jackson (2005).
discrimination under a theory of disparate impact?
What was a significant finding of the 2020 PayScale Women working full-time earn 81 cents for every dollar earned by men working
Consulting study regarding gender pay disparity? full-time.
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How does the coronavirus pandemic affect women's Women are often the first to be laid off or furloughed, leading to greater
earnings in the workforce? penalties in earnings.
What is one reason why understanding human resource At least 80 percent of a law enforcement agency's annual operating budget is
management is crucial for law enforcement agencies? spent on personnel and personnel support costs.
What can result from weak selection processes and Serious mistakes revealed by the actions of officers.
inadequate training in law enforcement?
Why is achieving a diverse workforce important in law It helps in working effectively with different populations in the community.
enforcement?
What are the consequences of failing to understand It can lead to adverse attention and potential litigation by employees.
local, state, and federal laws regarding public sector
employees?
How can job discrimination litigation affect community It puts the community at a disadvantage when trying to recruit potential
recruitment efforts? employers.
What is a valid and reliable promotional practice in law To identify leaders who can help maintain a high level of agency performance.
enforcement intended to achieve?
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What is the significance of having a strong knowledge of It is essential for effective agency operation and community service.
human resource management in law enforcement?
What is the primary role of a police HR unit? To manage human resources functions within a law enforcement agency.
What does POST stand for in the context of police HR? Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
Why is it important for police HR units to maintain To ensure compliance and protect against legal liabilities.
currency with federal job discrimination laws?
What is one of the responsibilities of a police HR unit Recruiting and selecting sworn and civilian personnel.
regarding personnel?
What does monitoring turnover, retention, and diversity Tracking and analyzing employee statistics to improve workplace conditions.
involve?
What type of services might a police HR unit provide or Psychological services, such as entry screening and critical incident counseling.
contract for?
What types of training might a police HR unit deliver? Academy, in-service, advanced, and managerial training.
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