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  • City of Dickson

    600 East Walnut Street - Dickson, TN 37055 (615)441-9508
  • APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

  • AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

  • Please read these statements carefully before you complete this application: All statements made by applicants for employment on the application form will be carefully checked for accuracy. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran or marital status. Interdepartmental transfers and promotions are selected based on applicant's job qualifications, quality of work, experience, general aptitude, licensure and support and compliance of policies and procedures outlined by each department and the city. The use of this form does not mean there are positions open and does not obligate us in any way. The application will remain on active file for a period of three (3) months from date of application and on active file for public safety employee positions for a period of one year from date of application.

    With regard to my employment application, I understand that as a part of normal procedure for processing employment applications and employment requests, a routine inquiry may be made to ascertain information on character, general reputation, credit, personal characteristics, etc. I understand that the City of Dickson or an investigative services firm employed by the City may conduct this inquiry. I authorize such investigation and acknowledge that information on the nature and scope of such a report, if one is made, will be available upon my written request. I agree to hold harmless the city from liability for information that may appear on such reports. I further authorize the City of Dickson or other agency on its behalf to contact references and employers listed, and also authorize release of records or information in connection with a criminal record search in connection with my history, past or present. I understand this application will be given consideration but its receipt does not imply that I will be employed. If I should enter into employment with the City of Dickson, I agree to be subject to rules and regulations governing municipal personnel. I hereby affirm that to the best of my knowledge all information I am furnishing is true and correct. I understand that if any information requested in this application is false or omitted with the effect of misrepresentation, it will be sufficient grounds for my immediate termination from the employ of the City of Dickson.

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  • NOTE: Answering "yes" to the following question does not constitute an automatic bar to employment. Factors such as date of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation, rehabilitation and position applied for will be taken into account. Have you ever pleaded "guilty" or "no contest" to, or been convicted of, a crime? 

  • Employment Experience: (List your recent employer first.)

  • Education

  • Special Training or Skills

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  • References

  • List names and telephone numbers of three business/work references who are not related to you and are not previous supervisors. 

  • By my signature below, I voluntarily and knowingly agree to the following: I understand that any offer of employment may be contingent on the successful completion of a test for alcohol and drug screening and I will upon request sign all necessary consent forms. I agree to take any such physical or medical examinations requested during my employment to determine my "fitness for duty". I understand that all employees, due to the critical nature of their work and the impact on the general public, may be asked to submit to random substance screening at the discretion of the city or in order to comply with mandated testing. I understand that refusal to submit to any physical or medical examination ordered by the city is grounds for rejection for employment or for disciplinary action up to and including immediate discharge. I further understand that any information obtained through such exams may be retained by the city and is exclusively the city's property. I consent to submit to and cooperate in any questioning or searches of my assigned vehicle, if applicable, or locker or storage area, or bags or other belongings on or in the city's property that the city at its discretion may request. I further understand that the refusal to submit to or cooperate in such procedures may be deemed grounds for disciplinary action up to and including immediate discharge. I agree to notify the city if, because of a physical or mental disability, I require an accommodation to complete the application process, to complete any pre-employment testing, or if employment is offered, to perform any essential function of the job for which I have applied. I agree to be employed on a 180 day introductory basis and I understand that I may be dismissed at any time during this period at the discretion of the employer. This also pertains to Police and Fire Department employees who work a 180 day introductory basis after formal training. If employed, I agree to observe all present and subsequently issued personnel rules and policies. These rules and policies are intended to guide the organization in its relationship with its employees. They are not a contract of employment, and I do not construe them as such. I understand that the city may revise policies or procedures, in whole or in part, at any time, with or without notice. I certify that the information given by me in this application is true in all respects, and I agree that if employed and it is found to be false in any way that I may be subject to dismissal without notice, if and when discovered. I authorize the use of any information in this application to verify my statements, and I authorize past employers, references, and any other or all persons to answer all questions asked concerning my ability, character, reputation, and previous employment record. I release all such persons from any liability or damages for having furnished such information. I further agree and understand that employment is terminable at the will of either the employee or employer. I understand that, if I am hired, I will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States as required by federal immigration laws. The City of Dickson does not tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law. No question on this application is used to limit or exclude an applicant from employment consideration on any basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.

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  • EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SELF-IDENTIFICATION SURVEY

  • The City of Dickson is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, color, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition or any other status protected by applicable law. This voluntary Self-Identification Survey is being provided to you SO the City may comply with government recordkeeping and other legal requirements, including those which require the company to provide the information requested below to the federal government. The completion of this voluntary survey is optional, and the inclusion or exclusion of any data on this form will not subject you to any adverse treatment or affect your employment opportunities with the City of Dickson. In addition, all voluntary surveys are kept in a confidential file, are not part of the application or personnel file, and will only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable federal law Please print and check on the appropriate line to indicate your selections (Gender/Race-Ethnicity

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