ICMARC Associate Handbook August 2016

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 24 and “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

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