Equal Employment and Notice of Nondiscrimination

Board Policy 3:10.010; 4:10.010

It is the policy of Rock Valley College to provide equal opportunity in its admissions, employment and educational programs and activities consistent with federal and state law. Discrimination is prohibited on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, order of protection status, sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender expression and gender questioning), veteran status, or unfavorable military discharge, use of lawful products while not at work, genetic information, or other legally protected categories.

This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures. This policy governs admission, access, participation, and treatment in programs and activities, application for and treatment in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, transfers, promotions, demotions, reclassifications, compensation, benefits, tuition assistance, training, discipline, layoffs, termination, social and recreational programs, use of college facilities, or any other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

In addition, the college has established an affirmative action program designed to promote the full utilization of protected groups at all levels and in all segments of its workforce, and to ensure equal employment opportunities to persons with disabilities and to Vietnam-era or disabled veterans. RVC is committed to taking affirmative action to increase opportunities at all levels of employment and to increasing participation in programs and activities by all faculty, staff, and students.

Upon request, RVC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Inquiries regarding compliance with state or federal nondiscrimination requirements may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or appropriate staff person for the respective college procedure.