Morgan City Application For Employment
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CITY OF MORGAN CITY
Motor Vehicle Record Policy
(Addendum to Exhibit B of the City of Morgan City Work Plan)
Objective: The purpose of this policy is to promote the safe operation of City of Morgan City-owned, rented, or leased motor vehicles, to encourage the safety of drivers and passengers, and to minimize physical damage to the City fleet. The City of Morgan City currently operates numerous owned or leased motor vehicles distributed among various departments. Employees also rent vehicles or compensate employees for City-related activities.
Policy: It is the policy and requirement of the City of Morgan City for employment that every employee position with driving duties requires a motor vehicle record (MVR) meeting the grading requirements stated below. This MVR policy applies both to drivers of City owned vehicles as well as employees using personal vehicles in the course of City business.
MVRs will be examined prior to the start of employment and at least annually thereafter. Any job offer made to a prospective employee for a position with driving duties shall be contingent upon a MVR meeting the required standards; continued employment in a position with driving duties also requires a MVR meeting the standards outlined below:
1. All operators must have a valid driver’s license for at least three years
2. No new drivers will be hired with a ‘borderline’ or ‘poor’ MVR. MVR’s will
be graded based on the table below, as minimum requirements.
3. Driving records must remain ‘acceptable’ or ‘clear’, as graded on the
table below, for continued employment in positions with driving duties.
Any exceptions to these guidelines must be referred to the Mayor for written approval. The auto insurance carrier will be consulted on any/all MVR’s not meeting minimum criteria.
MOTOR VEHICLE GRADING CRITERIA (LAST FIVE YEARS)
ANY Serious Violation
Minor Violations
• Motor vehicle equipment, load or size requirement
• Improper/failure to display license plate
• Failure to sign or display registration
• Failure to have driver’s license in possession (if valid does exist)
• Any moving violation that is not a serious violation
Serious Violations
• Driving under influence of alcohol/drugs
• Careless driving
• Chemical test refusal
• Driving after suspension or revocation of license
• Fleeing or eluding police
• Leaving scene of accident
• Passing stopped school bus
• Reckless driving
• Speeding 15 mph above limit
Implementation:
1. New hires as well as current employees of the City of Morgan City will be required to complete a Driver Authorization Request form (attached) that will be kept in the personnel file of that employee.
2. The MVR of the prospective and current employee will be provided to the City of Morgan City Personnel Director to assure record meets the criteria set forth in this policy.
3. Only new hires meeting criteria will be considered for employment if a job description requires driving a vehicle. Refusal to provide authorization for release of MVR will disqualify the applicant from employment. Any exceptions to these guidelines must be referred to the mayor for written approval. The auto insurance carrier will be consulted on any/all MVR’s not meeting minimum criteria.
4. Employees’ refusal to sign an authorization for release of MVR will constitute insubordination and subject to disciplinary action as described in Section 6. Rules of Conduct of the City of Morgan City Employee Work Plan.
5. Should a current employee’s MVR not meet the criteria of this section, that employee will, at minimum, be placed on pro bation for six months and relieved of driving responsibilities. Depending on the severity of the MVR, disciplinary action may not be limited to probation, but may include suspension without pay, or termination.
City of Morgan City
Driver Authorization Request
This form must be completed by anyone who, for any reason, any drive a vehicle on City business. Please read the following and provide the appropriate information. Job offers made to any job applicant who will be required to drive for the City are contingent upon the applicant’s completing this for and meeting the driving requirements of the City.
Authorization/Release
I agree to a check of my driving record, annually if required. I agree to inform my supervisor whenever any negative change in the status of my driving record occurs, such as license revocation, restriction, or suspension. I understand that any negative change in the status of my driving record may result in revocation of authority to drive a city vehicle. I do hereby authorize, without reservation, any party or agency contacted to furnish the above requested information and release all parties involved from any liability and/or responsibility for doing so. This authorization and consent shall be valid in original, fax, or copy for. I recognize that these inquiries may be made randomly in the future and no further
Driver Insurance/Verification
I certify that as a condition of driving a personal vehicle on City business, I have and will maintain at least the minimum liability coverage as required by Louisiana Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Law (R.S. 32:851 et. Seq.).
CONSENT TO THE RELEASE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
I understand that a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine my qualifications and suitability for employment with the City of Morgan City. This investigation will include confidential interviews with prior employers and/or references as well as a criminal background investigation. I
understand that information obtained shall remain confidential, and the City of Morgan City will not reveal the reason for rejection for those applicants who are not accepted.
City of Morgan City from any and all claims and liability associated with my application for employment
or in any way connected with the decision whether or not to employ me. I understand that should information of a serious nature surface as a result of this investigation; such information may be turned over to the proper authorities.
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