Policy Number: E1.1

Policy Name: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (EEO/AA)

Applies to all employees and applicants for employment

RIT is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

Non-Discrimination - RIT provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants on the basis of their demonstrated abilities, experience, and training. There will be no discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or veteran status in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, or termination of any individual. RIT, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will not discriminate against qualified disabled persons and will make every attempt to provide reasonable accommodation. The university will not condone retaliation or harassment against any employee or applicant on the basis of that individual's exercise of his or her rights (e.g., filing a charge) or because of an individual's religious belief, gender, age, citizenship, color, creed, culture, including deaf culture, disabilities, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or preference, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or veteran status.

Affirmative Action - RIT complies with all government requirements for establishing and implementing an affirmative action plan process. RIT's Affirmative Action Officer is the vice president of Finance and Administration.