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FALSIFICATION OF INFORMATION: I understand that my eligibility will be based on the information contained on this application. I certify that all statements made on this application are true and correct. I understand that any false statement made by me on this application could cause me to be ineligible for employment or terminated from employment. Further, I understand that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer.

VERIFICATION OF INFORMATION: I authorize the City of Bridgeport and its agents to investigate and verify the facts claimed by me on this application. I authorize any former employer, educational institution, organization, law enforcement agency, financial institution, consumer reporting agency, or other persons having personal knowledge concerning my work record, school record, driving record, military record, reputation, criminal history, or copies of such documents to provide any information requested by the City of Bridgeport and/or its agents. I further authorize the individuals listed as personal references to release any personal information that may pertain to my work habits or work performance. Furthermore, I hereby release from liability and hold harmless all persons, organizations, agencies or institutions supplying this information to the City of Bridgeport and/or its representatives. I also hereby release from liability and hold harmless the City of Bridgeport, Texas, relative to any documentation released to it pursuant to this Authorization. A photocopy of this Authorization is as effective as the original. I understand that consideration of my employment in this position is contingent upon the result of a reference and background check, and a post-offer medical examination and drug screen.

EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK: I understand and agree that any employee handbook, which I may receive, will not constitute an employment contract, but will be merely a gratuitous statement of City's current policies.

EMPLOYMENT AT WILL: I understand that nothing in this Application, or in any prior or subsequent written or oral statement, creates a contract of employment or any rights in the nature of a contract. I agree and understand that if I am hired by the City, my employment will be at will, for an indefinite period of time and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause or notice, at the option of the City or myself. I understand that I have the right to end my employment at any time and that the City retains that same right.

DRUG – FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT: The City of Bridgeport is committed to providing a safe, efficient, drug-free work environment for all employees. In keeping with this commitment, finalists for all job openings may be required to provide body fluids (blood or urine) to determine the use of alcohol, illegal or controlled substances in the work place. I understand that if I am employed with City of Bridgeport the City may require that I submit to a drug or alcohol screen if I apply for promotion, if I am involved in an on-the-job accident, or if the City has a reasonable suspicion that I am under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and I hereby authorize the release of the results of any physical examinations or drug tests required herein to City of Bridgeport. I further understand that the City may inspect all lockers and any bags (including purses or briefcases) or parcels brought into or taken out of City buildings, and that refusal to submit to a urinalysis, blood test or search, when requested to do so, may result in the termination of my employment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Bridgeport considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnic affiliation, gender, genetics, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status or classification in accordance with state and federal laws. The City of Bridgeport also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Your electronic signature below indicates your agreement with the following statements: By typing my name in the following box and clicking submit button I certify the above statements to be true and correct, to the best of my knowledge, and that this information can be used for the purpose of processing my employment application and information.