EXAMINATION COMPONENTS AND WEIGHTS Clause Samples

EXAMINATION COMPONENTS AND WEIGHTS. All examinations shall be impartial and shall relate to those matters which will test the candidate’s ability to conduct the duties of the position to be filled. Candidates will be placed on the promotional list based on the points achieved by the candidate on promotional examinations consisting of the following components weighted as specified, followed by seniority points, ascertained merit points and veterans’ preference points as described in subsequent paragraphs of this Article. Lieutenant: Written Exam 50% Subjective Evaluation 50% (Commissioners Oral Interview 20%) (Panel Review 30%) Captain/Assistant Chief: Written Exam 30% Illinois Fire Chiefs Assessment 35% Subjective Evaluation 35% (Commissioner Oral Interview 15%) (Panel Review 20%) a. The written examination shall be given as the last component of the promotional process and will be conducted by an outside agency. b. The Illinois Fire Chiefs Assessment will be set up and coordinated by the Board of Police and Fire Commissioners. If a different outside agency is to be used, the bargaining unit must be notified. c. The panel review will produce a score (based upon a 100 point scale) for each candidate and a written narrative of the panel’s thoughts on the candidate. The panel review be conducted by a board consisting of the following members based on the rank being tested for: Lieutenant - Chief Deputy Chief of Administration Three (3) Shift Captains Captain - Chief Deputy Chief of Administration Three (3) Shift Captains Assistant Chief - Chief Deputy Chief of Administration Deputy Chief of Operations Three (3) Assistant Chiefs One (1) non-probationary officer from each shift chosen by the shift membership (that is not a candidate) d. When calculating each component of the panel review, the highest score and the lowest score received will be removed and the score will be calculated on the remaining submissions. e. After the Board has met and determined the candidate scores, a feedback session will be held with each candidate so that they may hear directly, the feedback of the Board. f. The subjects that will be evaluated, and their definitions are as follows (all components weighted the same): Leadership – The ability to inspire and motivate individuals to action. Successfully communicates with subordinates to achieve stated or perceived goals. Decision Making – The ability to make sound decisions, both in an emergent and non-emergent context. When pressed to defend a decision, presents sound l...