The Board of Education desires to build a community in which opportunity is equalized, and community colleges foster a climate of acceptance, with the inclusion of employees from a wide variety of backgrounds. It agrees that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect, harmony and respect, and suitable role models for all students. An equitable and inclusive hiring process is essential to improve diversity, reduce barriers to employment, and allow potential applicants the opportunity to demonstrate that they meet or exceed the minimum qualifications for employment. The Board of Education therefore commits itself to promote the total realization of equal employment through a continuing equal employment opportunity program. The President shall develop, for review and adoption by the Board of Education, a plan for equal employment opportunity that complies with federal and state law, as well as Lane Community College protected classes as set forth in Board Policy 3410, as modified or clarified by judicial interpretation from time to time. The President shall develop hiring procedures driven by diversity, equity, and inclusion and consistent with Lane Community College’s intent described above.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Policy Number
BP 3420
Policy Category
Chapter 3 - General Institution
Adopted
Last Reviewed
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Board Policies are adopted by the Lane Community College Board of Education and establish the College’s governing principles and institutional direction. These policies are reviewed by the Board at least every five years or more often as needed. Board Policies are distinct from College Operating Policies and Procedures (COPPS), which provide operational guidance and are developed through governance processes and by responsible managers.