CPRE Human Resources 2

Question 1

Which federal law prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin for employers with 15 or more employees?

Accepted Answer

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII)

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The Fair Labor Standards Act

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The Americans with Disabilities Act

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The Age Discrimination in Employment Act

Question 2

In a parks and recreation department, what is the primary purpose of a position classification system?

Accepted Answer

To ensure equitable pay and consistent job titling across similar roles

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To track employee vacation accrual

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To evaluate employee performance annually

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To schedule staff for facility coverage

Question 3

What does the term 'progressive discipline' mean in HR management?

Accepted Answer

A graduated sequence of corrective actions escalating in severity for repeated violations

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Immediate termination for any policy violation

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Annual performance reviews tied to salary increases

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A training program for newly promoted supervisors

Question 4

Which of the following best describes an 'at-will' employment relationship?

Accepted Answer

Either the employer or employee can end employment at any time for any lawful reason

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An employee can only be terminated for documented cause

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Employment is guaranteed for a fixed contract period

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The employee must give 30 days notice before leaving

Question 5

What is the primary goal of an employee orientation program in a parks and recreation agency?

Accepted Answer

To integrate new employees into the organization's culture, policies, and role expectations

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To evaluate whether a new hire is suitable for the position

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To collect tax forms and payroll information

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To assign the new employee to a supervisor

Question 6

Under FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), eligible employees are entitled to up to how many weeks of unpaid leave per year?

Accepted Answer

12 weeks

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6 weeks

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8 weeks

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26 weeks