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Job descriptions and applications
Job descriptions
The first step an employer should take before beginning the employment application and hiring process is writing a comprehensive job description for the position needing to be filled. This will allow the employer to pinpoint the exact qualifications required for the position and will assist greatly in the hiring process.
Once a job description has been prepared, an employer can begin the process of advertising the available position and screening qualified applicants.
Job description
Job Title:______________________________________________________________________ Date of this Description:__________________________________________________________ Job Summary:__________________________________________________________________ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSof the Job (listed in order of importance): 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (if applicable) 1. 2. Skills Required to Perform the Duties of the Job: 1. 2. Educational Requirements Needed to Perform the Duties of the Job: 1. 2. Weight Lifting (or other physical) Requirements to Perform the Duties of the Job: 1. 2. Licensing or Other Special Certifications Required: 1. 2. Job Description Approved by:_____________________________________________________ Signature/Title:_____________________________ Date:_________________________ ***THIS COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT-WILL.” THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.***
Applications
The first step in the candidate screening process is the employment application. It is important that the application only request information pertinent to the job at hand. Employers are advised not to request any information that would provide the employer with the age of the applicant, such as the applicant’s birth date or graduation dates pertaining to any education institutions the applicant may have attended. If such information is provided, it could lead to claims of age discrimination by the applicant if he or she was not chosen for the position.
Four employment applications have been provided in this manual. All are legally correct in the questions they ask the applicant. Before inserting any additional information into any of these forms, employers are strongly encouraged to obtain legal counsel.
Application For At-Will Employment
(PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION EXCEPT SIGNATURE)
THIS APPLICATION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTbut merely is intended to evaluate suitability for employment. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment to all qualified persons without discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under state and federal law. It is also the policy of the company to have the option of conducting pre-employment screening before a job offer is made. If a job offer is made, employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a medical examination, which may include providing body substance samples. This application will remain active for 180 days. |
PERSONAL INFORMATION Name Last First Middle Social Security # Home Phone Work Phone Please list below your current address and your two other most recent addresses: Current Street City State Zip Since (Mo/Yr) Street City State Zip Since (Mo/Yr) Street City State Zip Since (Mo/Yr)
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EDUCATION
High School Attended City, County & State Did you earn a Diploma? Undergraduate College Attended City, State Areas of Study Degree/Certificate/Diploma Graduate School Attended City, State Areas of Study Degree/Certificate/Diploma Trade, Business or Other School City, State Areas of Study Degree/Certificate/Diploma |
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Position Applied For: Date You Can Start Work: Desired Salary: $ Do You Prefer: oFull-Time oPart-Time Can You Work: oWeekends oEvenings Please answer all of the following questions. When necessary, note question number and use an extra paper to provide explanations: 1) Are you at least 18 years of age and legally eligible for work in the United States? oYES oNO 2) Will you work overtime when necessary? oYES oNO 3) Have you received a description of the job or been made aware of the essential functions of the job you are applying for : oYES oNO 4) Do you understand the job requirements? oYES oNO (If no, please explain) 5) Are you on layoff and subject to recall? oYES oNO 6) Are you currently bound by a noncompetition or trade secret agreement? (If yes, please explain) oYES oNO 7) Have you ever been discharged or asked to resign from a job? (If yes, please explain) oYES oNO 8) Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony or other crime? (If yes, please explain) oYES oNO
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Please list below your last three employers beginning with the most recent: Most Recent Employer City State Zip Code Phone Position Held Dates From/To Pay Rate Upon Leaving $ Supervisor Duties Reason for Leaving Next Most Recent Employer City State Zip Code Phone Position Held Dates From/To Pay Rate Upon Leaving $ Supervisor Duties Reason for Leaving Next Most Recent Employer City State Zip Code Phone Position Held Dates From/To Pay Rate Upon Leaving $ Supervisor Duties Reason for Leaving Next Most Recent Employer City State Zip Code Phone Position Held Dates From/To Pay Rate Upon Leaving $ Supervisor Duties Reason for Leaving
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JOB-RELATED SKILLS
Please answer the following questions if the position you are applying for requires driving a motor vehicle: |
1. Do you have a valid driver’s license? oYES oNO (If YES: Driver’s License Number)_________________________________________ Date of Issue:___________________________ 2. Have you been convicted of or pled guilty to any traffic-related offense within the past five years? oYES oNO 3. Have you had your driver’s license suspended or revoked or had your driving privileges modified by a court of law? oYES oNO 4. Please list all states from which you hold or have held a driver’s license:
Please use this space to list any special skills you may have that relate to the position applied for: |
Please list any professional licenses, designations, certifications, etc. that may relate to the position applied for. Include date granted, name of organization, and any other relevant information. 1. 2. 3. |
APPLICANT’S CERTIFICATION AGREEMENT
1. I authorize the investigation of all statements contained in this application and release from all liability any persons or employers supplying such information, and I also release the company from all liability that might result from making the investigation. 2. I certify that the facts and information set forth in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification, misrepresentation, or omission of facts on this application (or on any required documents) will be cause for denial of employment or immediate termination of employment, regardless of when or how discovered. 3. I agree, if I am offered and accept a position, to conform to all existing and future Company rules and regulations and I understand that the Company reserves the right to change wages, hours and working conditions as deemed necessary. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT, IF HIRED, MY EMPLOYMENT WILL BE AT-WILL, MEANING THAT EITHER PARTY CAN END THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME AND FOR ANY OR NO REASON. 4. I understand that any employment offer is contingent upon my providing, within three (3) working days of employment, valid proof of identity and eligibility to work in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. 5. I have read and reviewed the information provided in this application and the above statements. By signing this application for employment I certify that I understand all parts of it and have answered all questions completely and fully. _______________________________ Signature Date
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Application For At-Will Employment
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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Position Applied for: Date of Application: How Did You Learn About Us? □ Advertisement □ Friend □ Walk-In □ Employment Agency □ Relative □ Other______________________________ Last Name First Name Middle Name Address City State Zip Code
Telephone Number(s) Social Security NumberIf you are under 18 years of age, can you provide required proof of your eligibility to work? oYes oNo Have you ever filed an application with us before? oYes oNo If Yes, give date Have you ever been employed with us before? oYes oNo If Yes, give date Are you currently employed? oYes oNo May we contact your present employer? oYes oNo Are you prevented from lawfully becoming employed in this country because of Visa or Immigration Status? Proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required upon employment. oYes oNo On what date would you be available to work? Are you available to work: o Full Time o Part Time o Shift Work o Temporary Are you currently on “layoff” status and subject to recall? oYes oNo Can you travel if a job requires it? oYes oNo Have you been convicted of a crime within the last 7 years? oYes oNo Conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment. If Yes, please explain This application will remain active for 180 days.
Education Name and Address of School Course of Study Years Completed Diploma Degree Elementary School High School Undergraduate College Graduate Professional Other (Specify) Indicate any foreign languages you speak, read, and/or write FLUENT GOOD FAIR SPEAK READ WRITE Describe any specialized training, apprenticeship, skills and extra-curricular activities. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Describe any job-related training received in the United States military. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Employment Experience
Start with your present or last job. Include any job-related military service assignments and volunteer activities. You may exclude organizations that indicate race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disabilities, or other protected status.
If you need additional space, please continue on a separate sheet of paper.
List professional, trade, business, or civic activities and offices held. You may exclude memberships that would reveal gender, race, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, or other protected status: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
Additional Information
Other Qualifications Summarize special job-related skills and qualifications acquired from employment or other experience. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
Specialized Skills: Check Skills/Equipment Operated
Production/Mobile oCRT oFax Machinery (list): Other (list): oPC oLotus 1-2-3 ___________ oCalculator oPBX System _____________ ___________ oTypewriter oWordperfect _____________ ___________
State any additional information you feel may be helpful to us in considering your application. |
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1. 2. 3. _________________________________________ ( )________________ Name Phone # ________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________ ( )________________ Name Phone # ________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________ ( )________________ Name Phone # ________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________________________________ *WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
1. Employer Dates Employed Work Performed From To Address Telephone Number(s) Hourly Rate/Salary Final Job Title Reason for Leaving 2. Employer Dates Employed Work Performed From To Address Telephone Number(s) Hourly Rate/Salary Starting Final Job Title Reason for Leaving 3. Employer Dates Employed Work Performed From To Address Telephone Number(s) Hourly Rate/Salary Starting Final Job Title Reason for Leaving 4. Employer Dates Employed Work Performed From To Address Telephone Number(s) Hourly Rate/Salary Starting Final Job Title Reason for Leaving References
FOR PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT USE ONLY Position(s) Applied For Is Open: oYes o No Position(s) Considered For: Date NOTES:_________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________
Applicant’s Statement
I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. This application for employment shall be considered active for a period of time not to exceed 45 days. Any applicant wishing to be considered for employment beyond this time period should inquire as to whether or not applications are being accepted at that time. I hereby understand and acknowledgethat, if hired, my employment relationship withthis organization would be of an “AT WILL” nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge Employee at any time and for any or no reason. It is further understood that this “AT WILL” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization. In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s) may result in discharge. I understand, also, that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer. ____________________________________ Signature of Applicant Date |
*WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
FOR PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT USE ONLY Arrange Interview oYes oNo ____________________________ INTERVIEWER DATE Employed oYes oNo Date of Employment_________________________ Hourly Rate/ Job Title Salary Department__________________________ By NAME AND TITLE DATE
*WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
Application For At-Will Employment
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Work Location _______ Position _______ |
Rate _______ Date _______ |
(An Equal Opportunity Employer)
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. We will give this application every consideration. However, in accepting it, the Company makes no commitment of employment to the applicant. This application will remain active for 180 days. WE ARE AN AT-WILL EMPLOYER, MEANING THAT EITHER THE EMPLOYER OR THE EMPLOYEE MAY END THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME AND FOR ANY OR NO REASON. |
BASIC INFORMATION: Please print in ink.
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Last Name First Name Middle Name Address City State Zip Code Telephone Number(s) Social Security Number
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Position Applied For: Date of Application: How Did You Learn About Us? o Advertisement o Friend o Walk-In o Employment Agency o Relative o Other______________________
Salary requirements: Date Available: Have you been convicted of a crime within the last 7 years? oYes o No If yes, please explain: Are you a United States Citizen? o Yes o No If no, are you lawfully authorized to work in the United States? o Yes o No *WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: Start with your present or most recent job. Include any job-related military service assignments, self-employment, summer and part-time jobs. 1 Company Address Telephone Dates From To Employed Starting Leaving Salary Supervisor Your Duties: Reason for Leaving: 2 Company Address Telephone Dates From To Employed Starting Leaving Salary Supervisor Your Duties: Reason for Leaving: 3 Company Address Telephone Dates From To Employed Starting Leaving Salary Supervisor Your Duties: Reason for Leaving: 4 Company Address Telephone Date From To Employed Starting Leaving Salary Supervisor
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Reason for Leaving: |
If presently employed, why do you desire to change your position?____________________________________________________________ If you are now employed, may we contact your present employer? oYes o No *WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
REFERENCES: (not former employers or relatives)
Name Address Phone Number
EDUCATION: School Name and Address of School Course of Study Circle Last Year Completed Did You Graduate? List Diploma or Degree High 1 2 3 4 oYes o No College 1 2 3 4 oYes o No Other (Specify) 1 2 3 4 o Yes o No
If you did not graduate, why did you leave school or college?____________________________________________________________ Are you planning to pursue further studies? oYes oNo If yes, oDay OR oNight School If so, when, where, and what courses?_______________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ INTERESTS:Use this space below to describe interest in the industry and skills and aptitudes that you feel qualify you for a position with our Company. (You may wish to include civic and community activities, professional societies in which you participate, hobbies, sports, special training or skills such as typing, accounting, and the like.) If you need more space, please continue on a separate sheet. ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ *WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Please Read Before Signing: The facts set forth in my application for employment are true and complete. I understand that if employed, false or misleading statements on this application shall be considered immediate cause for dismissal. In making this application for employment I authorize you to make and/or investigate a report whereby information is obtained through personal interviews with my neighbors, friends, or others with whom I am acquainted. This inquiry, if made, may include information as to my character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. This inquiry, if made, also may include information concerning any and all employment discrimination claims and/or accusations brought against me, including, but not limited to, charges and/or accusations brought against me that relate to harassment and/or discrimination involving race, sex, age, religion, disability, and/or national origin. I understand that I have the right to make a written request within a reasonable period of time to receive additional, detailed information about the nature and scope of any such investigation or report that is made. I understand that, if the Company employs me, EITHER THE Company or I can terminate my employment with or without cause at any time and for any or no reason. I also understand that no official of the Company other than the Chief Executive Officer has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specific period of time or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing. Signature of Applicant Date *WE ARE AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
Application For At-Will Employment
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of any characteristic that is protected by state or federal law. THE COMPANY IS AN AT-WILL EMPLOYER, MEANING THAT EITHER THE EMPLOYER OR EMPLOYEE CAN END THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME AND FOR ANY OR NO REASON. Position Applied For:_______________________________ Date of Application:____________ Date You Can Start:_______________________________ Please note that this application will only remain active for six months, after which the applicant will need to reapply. Name:______________________________________________ Social Security #:_____________ Last First Middle Present Address:____________________________________________________ Street City State Zip Permanent Address:____________________________________________________ Street City State Zip Telephone #: Home (_____)___________________ Work (_____)______________________ Are you 18 years or older? oYes oNo Are there any hours or days of the week you cannot work? oYes oNo If so, when?____________________________________________________________ Salary Desired____________________ Type of Employment: oFull-time oPart-time Are your employed now? oYes oNo May we contact your present employer? oYes oNo Did you ever apply to this Company before? oYes oNo Where?_______________ Under what name? _____________________________ When?_____________________ EDUCATION: NAME AND ADDRESS OF SCHOOL NO. OF YEARS ATTENDED DID YOU GRADUATE? SUBJECT/ MAJOR Elementary School High School College Specialized Training
Are you lawfully entitled to be employed in the United States? oYes oNo Have you ever been convicted of a crime except a minor traffic violation? oYes oNo {This question pertains only to convictions that have not been sealed or expunged}. If so, please state citation, date and place where offense occurred: ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Please provide any additional information such as special skills, training, management experience, equipment operation, or qualifications you feel will be helpful to us in considering your application: ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ REFERENCES: Three Individuals Not Related To You, Whom You Have Known For At Least One Year. NAME ADDRESS & TELEPHONE RELATIONSHIP YEARS Emergency Contact_____________________________________________________ Name/Street/City/State/Telephone CURRENT AND FORMER EMPLOYERS:(Most Recent One First) DATE MONTH/ YEAR NAME, ADDRESS & TELEPHONE NO. OF EMPLOYER SALARY: STARTING/ENDING LAST POSITION HELD/ RESPONSIBILITIES REASON FOR LEAVING From: To: From: To: From: To: From: To: From: To: * * * * Please read the following statement carefully before signing to indicate your understanding: I understand that if I receive a conditional job offer, and prior to beginning employment, I may be requested to undergo a pre-employment medical examination. In the event that I have a disability that will affect my ability to take the test, I will so inform the Company prior to the administration of the test so that a reasonable accommodation can be made. The Company reserves the right to require medical documentation regarding the need for accommodation. I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and understand that, if employed, falsified statements on this application may result in termination. I understand and agree that, if hired, my employment is AT-WILL. THIS MEANS THAT, IF HIRED, EITHER THE COMPANY OR I CAN END THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME AND FOR ANY OR NO REASON. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for any employment-related purpose. I release the listed references and all employers to provide you with any and all applicable information they may have. I hereby release these references and former employers from all liability for any information they may give to you, including but not limited to any defamation claims I may now have or will have against them. ______________________________________________________ Date Signature *THE COMPANY IS AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER* For Employer Use Only Interviewed By:________________________ Date:_________________ Hired: oYes oNo Starting Date:____________________Position:_______________ Wage:______________ *THE COMPANY IS AN AT-WILL, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
Driving History
If the position you seek requires you to drive a vehicle, please answer the following questions: Do you have a valid driver’s license? Yes No If yes, list state, number, and expiration date: ____________________________________________________________ List all states from which you have held a driver’s license and dates held: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Has your driver’s license, permit, or privileges ever been suspended, revoked, or cancelled? Yes No If so, list state(s), date(s), and reason(s): _______________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Have you ever been denied a driver’s license, permit, or privilege to drive by a government agency or employer: Yes No If yes, list date(s), government agency(ies)/employer(s), and reason(s): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Have you ever been charged with any traffic-related offenses? Yes No If yes, list all offense(s), date(s), location(s), and result(s): ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ If the position you seek requires you to operate a commercial motor vehicle, please provide the names of all employers for whom you operated a commercial motor vehicle during the past 10 years: ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Note: Be sure that these employers, addresses, dates of employment, and reasons for leaving are identified in the employment history section of the application. During the previous two years, have you: 1) Had an alcohol test result of 0.04 alcohol concentration or greater? Yes No 2) Had a verified positive controlled substance test result? Yes No 3) Refused to take an alcohol or drug test? Yes No