Apply for Public Safety Police Officer (Certified)

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Summary
Title:	Public Safety Police Officer (Certified)
ID:	1127
Department:	Public Safety
Closing Date:	N/A
Contact Information
* First Name:
* Last Name:
* Address 1:
Address 2:
* City:
* State:
* Zip:
* Phone:
* Email:
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City of Orangeburg Application for Employment

Complete all the information where indicated. Incomplete applications may be rejected from employment consideration. A resume may not be substituted for completing any part of this application. Any unrequested information could be grounds for automatic rejection of the applicant from consideration. Official job offers with the City of Orangeburg will be communicated from the Office of Human Resources.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

* Driver's License Number:

* State of Issue:

* Expiration Date:

* Are you legally eligible to be employed in the United States? (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment):

Yes No

* Are you at least 18 years or older? (If no, you may be required to provide authorization to work):

Yes No

* Have you ever worked for the City of Orangeburg before?:

Yes No

If Yes, please provide details (Where/When/Job Title):

* Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying, with or without a reasonable accommodation?:

Yes No

If no, please explain:

EMPLOYMENT DESIRED

* When would you be available to begin work?:

* Type of employment desired:

Full-Time
Part Time
Seasonal

* Hourly rate/salary desired:

* Are you currently employed?:

Yes No

If so may we inquire of your present employer?:

Yes No

* Have you ever been terminated from a previous employer?:

Yes No

EDUCATION

Give record of all High Schools, Colleges, Universities and Vocational/Technical Schools you have attended.

School Name & Location	Did you Graduate?	Degree Received	Subjects Studied/Major
	Yes No
	Yes No
	Yes No

If you have completed any special courses, seminars and/or training that would help you to perform the position for which you are applying, please describe:

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Give your full employment record, starting with your current or most recent employment

EMPLOYER 1

Dates Employed	Employer Name & Address	Employer Phone
From: To:
Job Title	Supervisor Name & Title	May we Contact?
		Yes No
Responsibilities	Reason for Leaving	Salary/Hourly Rate
		Start: End:

EMPLOYER 2

Dates Employed	Employer Name & Address	Employer Phone
From: To:
Job Title	Supervisor Name & Title	May we Contact?
		Yes No
Responsibilities	Reason for Leaving	Salary/Hourly Rate
		Start: End:

EMPLOYER 3

Dates Employed	Employer Name & Address	Employer Phone
From: To:
Job Title	Supervisor Name & Title	May we Contact?
		Yes No
Responsibilities	Reason for Leaving	Salary/Hourly Rate
		Start: End:

REFERENCES Please provide three references (not relatives).

Name	Relationship	Phone Number

AUTHORIZATION

The facts set forth in this application and any supplemental information is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that, if employed, falsified statements on this application shall be considered sufficient cause for immediate discharge. I hereby authorize investigation of all statements contained herein and employers listed above to give you any and all information concerning my employment, and any pertinent information they may have, and release all parties from all liability for any damage that may result from furnishing same.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for the City of Orangeburg to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either the City of Orangeburg or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of the City of Orangeburg has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I understand that I am required to abide by all policies and procedures of the City of Orangeburg.

* Signature (type name):

* Date:

Public Safety Officer Questionnaire

1. Complete all the information where indicated. Incomplete applications may be rejected from employment consideration. 2. A resume may not be substituted for completing any part of this application. 3. Any unrequested information could be grounds for automatic rejection of the applicant from consideration. 4. Official job offers from the City of Orangeburg will be communicated from the Office of Human Resources.

* List the state of issue for driver's license.

* Please provide your driver's license number.

* Please provide the expiration date for your driver's license.

* Do you understand the position requirements?

	Yes
	No

* Are you currently on layoff and subject to recall from another employer?

	Yes
	No

* Has your driver's license ever been suspended or revoked?

	Yes
	No

If yes, explain:

Date (s) of suspension:

* Are you a certified law enforcement officer in the State of South Carolina or another state?

	Yes
	No

Date Certified:

State Certifying:

* Are you a certified firefighter in the State of South Carolina?

	Yes
	No

If yes, list the level of certification:

* Are you at least 21 years of age? (Law Enforcement Candidates must be at least 21 years old to be a certified law enforcement officer in South Carolina)

	Yes
	No

* DOB For Background Check Purposes Only

Public Safety Officer Telephone Questionnaire

You will be asked a series of questions that will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position in which you have applied. You are advised that falsification of the information provided is grounds for disqualification of your candidacy or termination of your employment if hired.

* Do you understand the instructions for this telephone interview before proceeding further?

	Yes
	No

* Do you understand requirements of the position of Public Safety Officer?

	Yes
	No

* Do you understand that the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety is a cross-functional agency; requiring law enforcement and fire service certification?

	Yes
	No

* Our agency requires our candidates and employees to successfully complete a physical fitness test prior to employment and annually if hired. This test includes a physicians exam, extensive running/cardiovascular activity, pulling a 160lb "rescue randy", repetitive jumping and other strenuous physical activity. Are you willing and able to meet this standard?

	Yes
	No

* As a Public Safety Officer, you will be exposed periodically to heights exceeding 70 feet during training and actual work scenarios. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

	Yes
	No

* As a Public Safety Officer, you will be exposed to confined spaces, during training and actual work scenarios. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

	Yes
	No

* Our agency requires Public Safety Officers to successfully complete firearms certification during initial law enforcement certication and annually, if hired. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

	Yes
	No

* Our agency requires Public Safety Officer candidates to attend and successfully complete training at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy for a period of 12 or more weeks. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

	Yes
	No

As a candidate for Public Safety you are required to provide the following documentation, if you advance further in the application process. Failure to provide documentation when required will result in your application being rejected.

* Will you be able to provide documented proof of a High School Diploma or GED, College Degree with college credit indicated?

	Yes
	No

* Will you be able to provide a copy valid South Carolina Driver's License?

	Yes
	No

* Will you be able to provide a copy of your birth certificate?

	Yes
	No

* If you have served in the US Armed Forces,will byou be able to provide a copy of your DD214?

	Yes
	No

* Will you be able to provide documented proof of US Citizenship? (Social Security Card, etc.)

	Yes
	No

* Will you be able to provide a certified copy (from the departent of motor vehicles) of your driving history from the previous five years?

	Yes
	No

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