I certify that all answers and statements made by me on this application, plus any additional written and oral information (i.e. in resume or interview) provided by me are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and that I have withheld nothing which, if disclosed, might affect this application unfavorably.  I understand that any falsification, misrepresentation, or material omission of information submitted on this application will constitute grounds for denial or immediate dismissal from employment.

I authorize all persons, schools, employers, credit bureaus and other organizations mentioned in this application to provide the City of Tontitown with any and all information requested by the City of Tontitown related to my qualifications for employment.  I hereby release the City of Tontitown and any other persons or entities from any and all liability related to the provision of such information.

I understand that nothing in this application for employment is intended or should be construed as an offer, agreement, or contract of employment.  No one is authorized to offer me employment with the City of Tontitown except in writing, and I should not make any plans based on what anyone tells me orally.

I further understand that any job offer will be contingent upon a determination as to whether replies to pre-employment screenings including drug screening, background, and consumer report checks are qualified as acceptable; the content and scope of which will be furnished to me if I make a written request for such information within a reasonable time.

I understand that employment at the City of Tontitown is “at-will”, which means that both the employer and the employee are free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice or cause.

In the event that I am employed by the City of Tontitown, I agree to comply with all of its employment policies. The City of Tontitown reserves the right to change or amend policies from time to time.

As part of the pre-employment process with the City of Tontitown, applicants are subject to a background check that will verify Social Security Number; and identify addresses used in the United States and disclose felony and/or misdemeanor convictions. In addition, other areas may be investigated depending on the nature of the duties and responsibilities of the position for which the applicant is applying. The principal purpose for requesting your date of birth is to conduct a background check. State and Federate statutes authorize the maintenance of this information and the City of Tontitown is responsible for maintaining this information.

I hereby acknowledge and authorize, as part of the pre-employment process, the City of Tontitown and/or companies affiliated with it to obtain a consumer report and a criminal background report of convictions or guilty pleas to be eligible for employment. I understand that I have the right within a reasonable period of time to request the source of this information.

I hereby consent to undergo drug screening as part of the pre-employment process and understand that the results thereof will be used to further determine my eligibility for employment.  I further understand that if a detectable presence of illegal drug(s) is revealed as a result of the screening procedures, I will be disqualified from further hiring consideration.