2023-2024 Employee Handbook with Faculty Addendum BOT _updat

26 EMPLOYEE ASSURANCES Employees at Frederick Community College deserve to be treated with dignity and expect a collegial environment. Diversity brings richness to our community and it is important that the College attracts, develops, and retains a diverse employee base. Equal Employment Opportunity, College Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion FCC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The College reports annually to the Maryland Higher Education Commission on its progress in achieving the goals of its Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan. It is the responsibility of the entire College community to ensure an academic and work culture that values and practices equal opportunity in access to programs and employment. Non-Discrimination Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. All members of the College community are expected to abide by the Non-Discrimination Policy and Procedures and to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, (ADEA), Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), and amendments. Those persons found in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including separation from employment, in addition to the penalties imposed under federal, state, or local law. Notice of College non-discrimination and disability accommodations should be included in all public and published materials. Wording is available in the FCC Style Guide. Title IX Sexual Harassment Frederick Community College has a responsibility to establish and maintain a learning and working environment that is free from sexual harassment and that respects and protects the dignity and value of every member of the College community. Please see the Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures.

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