Thank you for considering Willow Oaks Country Club as an employer. To ensure that we make a hiring decision that is right for you,
and us we use a number of different selection tools and consider a great amount of information before a decision is made. As you go
through the employee selection process, you may come in contact with some or all of the following selection tools.
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Emplovment Application - Complete all sections which pertain to you. Do not include a resume as a substitute for incomplete
information. Sign and date the application. The employment application allows Willow Oaks Country Club to determine your
qualifications and experience. by signing the application, you authorize Willow Oaks Country Club to verify the information
contained in the application. Falsification of information on the application of failure to provide accurate information can result
in disqualification for employment or termination of employment if discovered after hire.
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Dispute Resolution Agreement - This agreement requires you to first attempt to resolve any legal dispute related to your
application for employment or employment with Willow Oaks Country Club through mediation (not arbitration). Willow
Oaks Country Club will not consider your application unless this agreement is signed.
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Emplovment Interviews - Several personal (or telephone) interviews may be conducted with you in order to provide more
detailed information regarding your background and qualifications.
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Reference Checking - Former employers and educational references may be verified prior to an offer of employment.
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Employment Evaluation - Various tests may be administered to measure your aptitude and abilities in job related areas.
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Screenings - You will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screen, security background and credit check prior to
employment.
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Emplovment Eligibilitv Verification - This form is required by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Immigration and
Naturalization service. It is used to verify your identity and right to work in the United States.
If you wish to be considered to employment you must read and sign the following agreement. You will not be considered as an applicant until you have signed the Agreement. With this application, you should have received the Procedures of the Mediation Agreement. You should familiarize yourself with these procedures prior to signing the Agreement. If you did not receive the Procedures, you must request a copy from a Willow Oaks Country Club representative prior to signing the Agreement. You will note that if you sign at this time, you do have three days to withdraw your consent. You may, of course, take the package with you and return with it signed if you wish to continue your application process.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION AGREEMENT
I recognize that differences possibly may arise between Willow Oaks Country Club and me during my application or employment with Willow Oaks Country Club. I recognize that it is in the interest of both Willow Oaks Country Club and me that all disputes be resolved in a manner that is private, expeditious, economical, and less burdensome or adversarial than court litigation. Willow Oaks Country Club has an effective Open Door Policy, and I will try to take advantage of it where feasible. I understand, however, that not all issues can be resolved using the Open Door Policy.
I agree that I will first attempt to settle any and all previously unasserted claims, disputes, or controversies arising out of or relating to my application or candidacy for employment, employment and/or cessation of employment with Willow Oaks Country Club, by mediation before a neutral mediator. By way of example only, such claims include claims under federal, state and local statutory or common law, such as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, including the amendments of the Civil Rights Act of 1991 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
I understand that if I do file a lawsuit regarding a dispute arising out of or relating to my application or candidacy for employment, or cessation of employment. Willow Oaks Country Club may use this Agreement in support of its request to the court to dismiss the
lawsuit or first attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation.
I understand that I still may file administrative charges with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or similar federal, state or local agency, but that upon receipt of a right-to-sue letter or similar administrative determination, I will first attempt to resolve any
claim that I may have against Willow Oaks Country Club through mediation.
I understand that I must submit a request for mediation within 180 days of the day on which I learned or. through reasonable diligence, should have learned that my legal rights were violated. I further agree that if I commence with mediation it will be conducted in accordance with the Willow Oaks Country Club Dispute Resolution Procedures.
I understand that neither this Agreement nor the Dispute Resolution Procedures form a contract of employment between Willow Oaks Country Club and me. I further understand that my signature to this Agreement in no way guarantees that Willow Oaks Country Club will accept may application for employment. If Willow Oaks Country Club does accept my application for employment and I become employed by Willow Oaks Country Club, this Agreement in no way alters the "at-will" status of my employment. I understand that my employment, compensation, and terms and conditions of employment can be altered or terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either Willow Oaks Country Club or myself. I understand that only the Club executive has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specific duration or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing.
The Dispute Resolution Agreement and the Dispute Resolution Procedures may affect your legal rights. You may wish to seek legal advice before signing this Dispute Resolution Agreement.
I have read this Agreement and understand that I should read the Dispute Resolution Procedures over the next few days.
I understand that I may withdraw my consent to this Agreement within three days from the date on which I sign below by notifying the Human Resource Department in writing (including my Social Security number) that I am withdrawing my application for employment at Willow Oaks Country Club. The address for the Human Resource Department is:
Willow Oaks Country Club
6228 Forest Hill Ave.
Richmond, VA 23225
I understand that by so notifying the Human Resource Department, I will not be bound to this Agreement and that I no longer will be eligible for employment at Willow Oaks Country Club. I recognize that if I sign the Agreement and do not withdraw within three days of signing 1 will be required to first attempt to resolve any and all employment-related claims I may have against Willow Oaks Country Club, whether or not I become employed by Willow Oaks Country Club through mediation.
This Agreement will be enforceable throughout the application process, my employment, and thereafter with respect to any claims arising from or relating to my application or candidacy for employment, or cessation of employment with Willow Oaks Country Club.
AGREED:
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