Technology 101
Tech Titans
Long Beach Fun Facts
Human Resources 101
Employee Transactions
Human Resources Riddles
100

What is our ticketing system called?

SPARK

100

Is it possible to sign Adobe documents digitally?

Yes

100

This boat that resides in Long Beach is a famous ocean liner that has been converted into a hotel and museum.

Queen Mary

100

What is the definition of the “temporary” position type?

The duties are not permanent in nature and are expected to terminate within nine months.

100

What document is used to make changes to an employee's base pay or classification in the HRMS system?

HR-1

100

I welcome new faces as they join the team
Helping people onboard is quite the dream
Who am I, in this hiring quest,
Ensuring each step is done with zest?

200

Which company provides Outlook and Office 365?


Microsoft

200

Are computer monitors considered hardware or software?

Hardware

200

Long Beach is the __th largest city in the state of California.

7th 

200

Are all employees required to have a work schedule form on file?

Yes, with the exception of employees on a platoon schedule.

200

Can HR System access be granted for a new hire or transfer without an approved HR-1?

No

200

Names, titles, departments, and more
Employee information galore
Call me "employee base," it's true,
For every worker, I've got a clue.
Who am I, with data so vast,
Holding the info from first to last?

HR Extracts

300

What is the name of our new video interview software that allows for self-recorded videos?

Willo

300

What does PII stand for?

Personally Identifiable Information

300

In 1998, Long Beach opened a massive "sea-zoo" caring for 500 different aquatic and amphibious species.

Aquarium of the Pacific

300

What does DBD stand for?

Department Bureau Division

300

What date of the pay period is used as the effective date when processing step increases, classification changes and grade changes?

The first day of the pay period.

300

Easier reporting, green and white,
I help users find data day or night.
From city apps to HR views,
All in a format that's easy to use.
A system that’s friendly, clear, and true,
Making info accessible for you!

400

How many times can you type in the incorrect password before your laptop gets locked? 


Three 

400

If you receive an email with a suspicious link, what should you do? 

Report it using the phish button 

400

This TV series about the Long Beach Police Department released on Prime Video this year.

On Call

400

True or False? The request to hire a retired annuitant prior to the 180-day waiting period and Interim appointment will need to go to City Council for approval.

True

400

Where can I find an indicator that an employee is a retired annuitant?

Employee Base Information Extract OR 10i Screen


400

I go by many names
Maintaining data is my game
From payroll to personnel, the details are right
For Long Beach staff, I'm a guiding light.
What am I called, can you take a guess?
I’m an HR system with finesse.

Bluezone/HRMS/Lifeview

500
How many password characters should your password contain?

16 characters

500

This HR platform integrates employee training, recruitment and selection, and more into a unified system for large enterprises.

  

NEOGOV
500

What year was Long Beach incorporated

1897

500

What is the name of the new HR technology the City is piloting to automate employee time and attendance?

Upland

500

What screen do you use to update an employee's work location?

12i Screen