Nassau New York Equal Employment Opportunity Statement for Personnel or Employee Manual or Handbook regarding Employees with Disabilities — EEOC: The Nassau County government is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We adhere to the principles set forth by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) to ensure that individuals with disabilities are treated fairly and have equal access to employment opportunities. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement for Personnel or Employee Manual or Handbook regarding Employees with Disabilities includes the following key components: 1. Non-Discrimination Policy: Nassau County does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities in any aspect of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, compensation, and benefits. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and job-related criteria. 2. Reasonable Accommodations: We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities, enabling them to perform essential job functions, participate in training programs, and access facilities and resources. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on an individual basis, considering the nature of the disability and the specific job requirements. 3. Interactive Process: Employees with disabilities or those who require accommodations are encouraged to engage in an interactive process with their supervisors or Human Resources department. This process aims to identify and implement appropriate accommodations while maintaining open communication throughout. 4. Confidentiality: All information regarding an employee's disability or accommodations will be treated as confidential, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Only relevant individuals involved in the accommodation process will have access to this information. 5. Contact Information: Employees seeking assistance, requesting accommodations, or reporting discrimination or harassment related to disabilities should contact the designated EEOC Coordinator or the Human Resources department. Contact information and procedures for reporting complaints will be provided to all employees. 6. Training and Education: We are committed to providing training and education to employees and supervisors on the rights and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. This will ensure a better understanding of disability-related issues and foster an inclusive work environment. Different types of Nassau New York Equal Employment Opportunity Statements for Personnel or Employee Manual or Handbook regarding Employees with Disabilities may include variations in language, but the principles and objectives of providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities will remain consistent. These statements may also reference local, state, and federal laws that protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in the workplace, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).