Human Resources Flashcards
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Which HR practice helps parks and recreation agencies identify internal candidates for promotion and reduce leadership gaps?
Answer: Succession planning
Succession planning identifies and develops internal talent to fill key leadership positions when vacancies arise, reducing disruption and retaining institutional knowledge.
What is the purpose of a 360-degree performance appraisal?
Answer: To gather feedback from supervisors, peers, subordinates, and sometimes customers to give a comprehensive view of performance
A 360-degree appraisal collects performance feedback from multiple sources — supervisors, peers, direct reports, and sometimes external stakeholders — to provide a well-rounded assessment.
Which of the following is a key component of an effective workforce diversity and inclusion strategy for a parks and recreation agency?
Answer: Recruiting from diverse talent pools and ensuring equitable advancement opportunities
An effective diversity and inclusion strategy requires proactive recruitment from diverse talent sources and ensuring all employees have equitable opportunities for advancement and recognition.
What is a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) in employment law?
Answer: A characteristic that is genuinely necessary for a job, permitting otherwise prohibited discrimination in hiring
A BFOQ is a legally recognized defense allowing employers to consider a protected characteristic (like sex or religion) in hiring when it is genuinely essential to the job's core functions.
What is the primary function of a grievance procedure in a unionized parks and recreation workplace?
Answer: To provide a formal process for employees to challenge management actions they believe violate the collective bargaining agreement
A grievance procedure is the contractual mechanism through which employees or the union can formally dispute management actions they believe violate the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
Which strategy is most effective for reducing seasonal employee turnover in parks and recreation agencies?
Answer: Offering return bonuses, recognition programs, and clear paths to permanent employment
Return bonuses, recognition, and visible pathways to permanent employment create commitment and loyalty among seasonal staff, reducing costly turnover and rehiring.