I certify that the information I have provided within this application is correct, and that I have not omitted any of consequence. I agree not to hold the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown or its employees liable if not hired, or if my employment is terminated because I have given incorrect answers or statements, or omitted important information, within this application. I authorize the companies, schools, and people named within this application to give the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown the requested information about my employment or education, and release them from liability for damages for giving this information. I further authorize any law enforcement agencies, courts of law or other government offices to give the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown any requested information concerning any criminal conviction of myself, and I release any such agency from liability for damages for giving this information. I understand that if I am employed by the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese, my employment will not be for any specified term and may be terminated by me or by the company at any time for any reason. I understand that employment is conditioned upon my ability to verify eligibility for employment in the United States. Falsification or omission in this application will disqualify you for employment. If falsification or omission is discovered after you are employed, it may be grounds for termination.

The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

My signature indicates that I have read and understood the above statement and am signing below of my own free will. I also understand that the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown will conduct a background check every five years for the duration of my employment/volunteerism.