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Human Resource Management in Government Flashcards

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  1. A public agency implements a telework policy. Under which law must the agency ensure employees with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations in a remote work context?

    Answer: Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (for federal employees)

    The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is the federal government counterpart to the ADA and requires federal agencies to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, including in remote work settings.

  2. Which element is MOST critical when designing a competency-based interview for a government supervisory position?

    Answer: Using structured behavioral questions tied to defined leadership competencies

    Structured behavioral questions grounded in defined competencies improve validity and reliability, reducing the risk of bias and legal challenge.

  3. An agency's reduction in force (RIF) must follow OPM regulations that prioritize retention based on:

    Answer: Tenure, veterans' preference, and performance ratings

    OPM RIF regulations establish retention standing based on tenure group, veterans' preference sub-group, and performance ratings as the primary factors.

  4. What is the purpose of an HR dashboard in a public agency's strategic workforce management?

    Answer: To provide data-driven insights on workforce trends, gaps, and risks

    HR dashboards aggregate workforce metrics to give managers and executives visibility into trends, enabling proactive and strategic decision-making.

  5. The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 most directly affects government HR by:

    Answer: Resetting the statute of limitations for pay discrimination claims with each paycheck

    The Lilly Ledbetter Act resets the 180-day filing window with each discriminatory paycheck, making it easier to file pay discrimination claims long after the initial decision.

  6. Which training evaluation level in Kirkpatrick's model measures whether trainees actually apply newly learned skills back on the job?

    Answer: Level 3 – Behavior

    Kirkpatrick's Level 3 (Behavior) assesses the degree to which participants apply what they learned during training when they return to the job.

  7. A public manager who assigns all undesirable tasks exclusively to employees over age 40 may be violating which law?

    Answer: Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)

    The ADEA prohibits discrimination against employees aged 40 or older in all terms and conditions of employment, including work assignments.