51-1-8: PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING, DRUG SCREENS AND BACKGROUND CHECKS:
   A.   Drug Test, Criminal Background Check: Job offers are contingent on the successful completion and passing of a drug test and criminal background check.
      1.   Pre-employment drug screen is required only for those positions designated as safety sensitive or other positions identified by the Human Resources Department due to department specific needs and/or requirements. Pre-employment drug screening must be completed by an applicant within forty eight (48) hours of an offer of employment, unless an extension is granted by the Department Director or designee.
      2.   Criminal background checks are required for all positions.
   B.   Credit Check: A credit check may also be required for certain job assignments.
   C.   Other Tests: Candidates must also satisfactorily complete any other relevant or required test, evaluation or examination applicable to a specific job or position. (2019 Compilation)