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discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.Additionally, it is the policy of Maricopa to provide an environment for each Maricopa job applicant and employee that is free from sexual harassment, as well as harassment and intimidation on account of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
In addition, lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission into Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs or skill centers.
5.1.4 EEO Clause
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. 5.1.5 Use of the EEO Policy Statement or EEO Clause
As required by federal regulations, the EEO Policy Statement or EEO Clause MUST appear in all major publications distributed to employees, students, and applicants throughout Maricopa’s system. These publications include, but are not limited to, catalogs, handbooks, schedules, policy manuals, recruitment publications, advertisements (internal and external), and application forms (employee and student). Additionally, the EEO Policy Statement or EEO Clause MUST be included in all purchase orders and contracts.
The Policy Statements Declaration, which is an exhibit to this regulation, is a one-page document of Maricopa’s policies that is to be posted on bulletin boards throughout the entire District. It clearly defines Maricopa’s firm commitment to EEO/AA and to a workplace that is free from harassment. 5.1.7 Notice of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act/Title IX Coordinator
Under the ADA and Section 504, the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) recognizes the obligation to provide overall program accessibility throughout its locations for qualified disabled individuals. Students and employees can raise concerns or make complaints, without retaliation, about matters made unlawful under the ADA.
EMPLOYEES
The District Office and each College must post the address and telephone number for the individual responsible for coordinating services and/or activities relating to the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. Chapter 126), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. §794(d)), and all other applicable law.The Notice will specify how employees can request reasonable accommodations.
College ADA Coordinators (Credentials are needed to enter secure site.)
STUDENTS
The District Office and each MCCCD location must post the address and telephone number for the individual responsible for coordinating services and/or activities relating to the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. Chapter 126), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. §794(d)), and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §1681), using the format below:
• ADA/504/Title IX Coordinator • Address
• Phone #
• Email address
5.1.6 Policy Statements Declaration
Additionally, each college/center must publish electronically or in print the above information in student handbooks and catalogs.
The designated ADA/504/Title IX Coordinator at each college/center will provide information as to the existence and location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities. Likewise, under Title IX, there is an obligation to provide services and program accessibility in a gender-neutral manner.
MARICOPA COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (Maricopa) Policy Statements Declaration
EEO Clause
The Maricopa County Community College District is an EEO/AA institution. EEO Policy Statement
It is the policy of Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) (consisting of the District Office, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Estrella Mountain Community College, Glendale Community College, GateWay Community College, GateWay Community College - Central City, Mesa Community College, Paradise Valley Community College, Phoenix College, Rio Salado Community College, Scottsdale Community College, South Mountain Community College, and all affiliated locations) to promote equal employment opportunities. This means that MCCCD will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Additionally, it is the policy of MCCCD to provide an environment for each MCCCD job applicant, employee, and student that is free
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