(A) To ensure that individuals who are employed by the city are well qualified and have a strong potential to be productive and successful, it is the policy of the city to check the employment references of all applicants.
(B) For employment reference checks requested by outside employers of past or current city employees, the city will respond in writing only to those reference check inquiries that are submitted in writing.
Responses to such inquiries will confirm only dates of employment, wage rates, and position(s) held. No additional employment data will be released without a written authorization and release signed by the individual who is the subject of the inquiry.
(C) At the discretion of the Mayor and/or department heads, applicants may be subject to criminal background checks. Requests by the Mayor and/or department heads for reference, background, and/or credit checks on applicants should be directed to the Clerk-Treasurer.
(Ord. 2018-16, passed 1-7-19)