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k. Has been unable to be contacted after a reasonable amount of effort (as may be
determined by the appointing authority), or has failed to appear for an interview or has
declined an interview or job offer, or;
l. Has indicated through clear actions or words an inability to attend work on a regular
basis, or;
m. Information garnered through reference checks discloses a valid basis for rejection.
APPLICATIONS NOT TO BE RETURNED:
2.28 Applications and any attachments whether accepted or rejected, are the property of Nueces
County and shall not be returned to the applicant or any representative.
EMPLOYMENT PHYSICALS:
2.29 Initial Employment: Prior to final selection for certain positions, a physical examination will
be required to ensure that the applicant meets the physical requirements of the position as stated in
the job description. The physical will be conducted at a medical facility designated by the
Commissioners Court. Applicants that fail to pass the physical examination will not receive further
consideration for employment. Positions requiring employment physicals will be identified to the
Department of Human Resources by the responsible appointing authority submitting the personnel
action request (NCF-1). Prior to directing any applicant to submit to physical examination, the
appointing authority must offer that individual the position for which he/she has applied.
Prior to employment, applicants for positions in any Nueces County Law Enforcement agency must
also submit to a psychological evaluation by a provider designated by the Commissioners Court.
2.30 Re-Employment: Any applicant who is being reappointed to serve in a position that requires a
pre-employment physical is required to take a physical examination if the break in service has
exceeded six months.
2.31 Promotions: Any individual who applies for a position that requires specific physical
attributes, and is offered the position in accordance with the provisions of the Americans With
Disabilities Act, as amended, must pass a physical examination (if required by the appointing
authority) prior to entering the new position. Failure to pass the physical will be grounds for
disqualification.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
2.32 Upon completing his/her probationary period in accordance with the provisions of paragraph
2.35, each employee will be classified as a "REGULAR FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME" employee
unless otherwise specified at the time of hiring.
EVIDENCE OF ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:
2.33 All new hires must complete an I-9 form and submit any additional documentation required for
employment prior to assuming duties in any county department. These documents must verify the
individual's legal status for work in the United States. All new hires must be processed through the
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