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  1. Which federal law requires employers with 50 or more employees to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for family and medical reasons?

    Answer: Family and Medical Leave Act

    The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993 entitles eligible employees to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year.

  2. In parks and recreation, a 'span of control' refers to:

    Answer: The number of employees a single supervisor can effectively manage

    Span of control is the number of subordinates a supervisor can effectively manage, typically ranging from 5 to 12 in recreation settings.

  3. What is the primary purpose of an employee probationary period in parks and recreation agencies?

    Answer: To allow the employer to assess whether the new hire meets performance expectations

    A probationary period gives supervisors an opportunity to evaluate new employees' performance before confirming permanent employment status.

  4. Which type of interview format uses standardized questions based on real past behavior to predict future job performance?

    Answer: Behavioral interview

    Behavioral interviews ask candidates to describe specific past experiences using the STAR method, based on the principle that past behavior predicts future performance.

  5. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, which category of parks and recreation workers must receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 per week?

    Answer: Non-exempt hourly employees

    Non-exempt employees under the FLSA must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times their regular rate for hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

  6. A parks and recreation director wants to fill a position from within the agency. This strategy is best described as:

    Answer: Internal recruitment

    Internal recruitment involves sourcing candidates from the existing workforce, which can boost morale and reduce onboarding time.

  7. Which document formally outlines the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, and reporting relationships for a specific position?

    Answer: Job description

    A job description is the foundational HR document that defines position duties, qualifications, supervision structure, and working conditions.