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Associate Handbook August 2016 |
20
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY
A Letter from the President and CEO
As President and Chief Executive Officer, I recognize that an organization that attracts, selects, develops and
retains the best people will remain an industry leader. To ensure that maximum opportunity is afforded to
all qualified associates and applicants, I reaffirm ICMA-RC’s commitment to providing equal employment
opportunity and to taking steps to establish a diverse workforce at all levels of our corporation.
In keeping with this commitment, ICMA-RC has adopted policies and practices to ensure equal employment
opportunities, regardless of the race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal
appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, genetic information,
matriculation, political affiliation, physical or mental disabilities, or veteran status of an individual in
accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
ICMA-RC’s policies and practices also prohibit harassment, including sexual harassment, and require that
ICMA-RC make reasonable accommodation as required for qualified associates or applicants with physical
or mental disabilities.
(See “Harassment-Free Work Environment” on
page 24and “Disability and Reasonable
Accommodation” on
page 21.)
ICMA-RC’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies to all aspects of our personnel practices,
including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, training, terms and
conditions, retention and discipline. All personnel decisions are considered on the basis of qualifications,
competence and merit. ICMA-RC’s commitment to equal opportunity and diversity also applies to its work
with state and local governments, consultants, vendors and subcontractors.
(See “Minority and Women Vendors”
on
page 29.)
If you feel you have been subjected to conduct in violation of our policies, you should immediately inform your
manager or Human Resources, or call the corporation’s toll-free Whistleblower Hotline at 888-261-1499 or online
at
www.ethicspoint.com.
(Also see the “Problem Solving and Formal Appeals Process” on
page 70.)
All complaints
will be investigated in a thorough, impartial and timely manner and as confidentially as possible. Retaliation
against an individual for filing a good-faith complaint or assisting in an investigation is strictly prohibited.
Violators of our Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity policy will be subject to disciplinary action
up to and including termination. It is the responsibility of all associates to fully adhere to the spirit and intent
of this policy. Moreover, all managers and supervisors have a responsibility to ensure adherence to ICMA-RC’s
equal employment opportunity and diversity policies.
Through a commitment to these policies, and other principles governing our workplace, ICMA-RC
underscores our commitment to our clients. These policies and principles establish a firm foundation for our
mission of helping public employees build retirement security.
Robert P. Schultze
President and Chief Executive Officer