POLS 240: CH.8 The Civil Service- Exam #2 Questions & Answers 100% Correct!!

Position classification - ANSWER-each position is identified in terms of the special knowledge the job requires, its level of difficulty, and the responsibilities that come with it General schedule - ANSWER--You will often see "knowledge, skills, and abilities" (KSAs) listed • Positions are defined according to occupation, degree of difficulty, and responsibility • General Schedule (GS level) that governs most employees includes fifteen grades • The system attempts to prevent political interference in the hiring process Grade creep - ANSWER-The tendency of agencies to increase over time the number of top administrative positions and to seek higher classifications for existing positions Staffing & the hiring process - ANSWER--Staffing- For "internal" positions: those already holding career positions can advance through promotion or transfer without competing against external candidates -Hiring process asks that applicants who meet minimum qualification requirements for white-collar positions take one of these exams: • Assembled examination: written test administered usually at a number of cities throughout the country; used mostly for lower-level positions • Unassembled examination: candidate submits comprehensive résumé, detailing education, training, and experience; more common for higher positions (GS-9 and up) Veterans preference - ANSWER-Under the old system, veterans would receive a five-point bonus in the federal system; 10 points if they are disabled or combat-wounded. Spoils system - ANSWER-system in which successful party candidates reward supporters with jobs or favors Pendleton Act (1883) - ANSWER--Created the