Employment Application

Veterans' Preference

Veterans’ Preference is extended to certain eligible veterans and spouses. To claim Veterans’ Preference, check the box below.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and other eligible persons are given consideration at each applicable step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Fla. Stat. (as amended), specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference. Any Veterans’ Preference qualifying U.S. citizen or lawfully authorized alien worker in the United States can apply with a political entity in the State of Florida and request Veterans’ Preference on their job application.

The burden is on the applicant to provide all pertinent information. All applicants claiming Veterans’ Preference must submit a Form DD-214 (member copy #4) or comparable discharge, separation, or current reserve documentation that indicates the character of service as honorable. In addition, all applicants must also furnish the applicable supporting documentation in accordance with the provisions of Rule 55A-7.013, F.A.C. (“Documentation of Preference Claim”). All required documents must be submitted no later than the closing date of the job announcement. If a position is "open until filled," all required documents must be submitted no later than 5p.m. ET on the date that is seven (7) calendar days after your application date.

If a qualified applicant claiming Veterans’ Preference believes s/he was not appropriately afforded employment preference, s/he may file a complaint at VeteransPreference@FDVA.fl.gov or “Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Attn: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, Florida 33778-1630.” The complainant must file a complaint within sixty (60) calendar days from the date they receive notice of non-select from the hiring agency.

STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ

1. By Florida law, all information contained in this application will be public record as soon as it is transmitted to the Tax Collector. If this is not acceptable, do not complete or transmit any part of this application.
2. Employment with the Tax Collector is “at will” (non-career service).
3. The Tax Collector is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/ADA-compliant employer and does not discriminate in hiring. It is unlawful to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, or sex, unless a specific job requirement constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification. All are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 941.861.8352 or Employment@SarasotaTaxCollector.gov.
4. The Tax Collector makes every effort to accommodate individual location and schedule preferences. However, work needs and changes may make the following conditions mandatory: overtime, rotating work schedule, a work schedule other than Monday through Friday, and location(s) and job reassignments.
5. The Tax Collector only hires U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Identification and proof of citizenship or authorization will be required if a conditional job offer is made.
6. A false answer or any material misrepresentation and/or omission to any question in this application may be grounds for not employing you, or dismissing you after you begin work, which may negate any continuing benefits for which you may otherwise be eligible.
7. Offers of employment are contingent on the results of background screening, reference check, and verification of driving record.
8. If employed by the Tax Collector, other potential future employers may contact the Tax Collector from time-to-time for job-related information, and the Tax Collector may provide factual job-related information to potential future employers upon their request.

I HEREBY:

• affirm I have read and understand all the information above and agree to the terms provided therein;
• affirm that I have answered all requests for information in this application as fully and accurately as possible;
• give the Tax Collector permission to make a thorough background investigation and verify all other data I have provided, except where otherwise indicated, including, but not limited to, my criminal/legal background, work, education, and driving records; and
• release the Tax Collector from any liability (if any) which may result from furnishing the information in this application to anyone and/or furnishing factual job-related information to potential future employers.

Voluntary Personal Data Survey

THE SURVEY BELOW IS VOLUNTARY. ANSWER ANY OR ALL QUESTIONS AT YOUR DISCRETION. THIS INFORMATION IS FOR EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION REVIEW. IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

The Tax Collector is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/ADA-compliant employer and does not discriminate in hiring. It is unlawful to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, or sex, unless a specific job requirement constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification. All are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 941.861.8352 or Employment@SarasotaTaxCollector.gov.

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