Policy Statement on
Employment and Advancement
of Persons with Disabilities
2007
I am firmly committed to ensuring the U.S. Department of
Transportation is a model employer of people with disabilities. I strongly encourage outreach and the
selection and advancement of individuals with disabilities whose qualifications
meet our mission needs. Particular
emphasis is placed on such individuals with severe disabilities, often referred
to as “targeted disabilities.”
The Department is expected to face a significant challenge
in recruiting candidates to fill vacancies created by employees’ departure from
Federal service. However, this challenge
should present increased opportunities to hire individuals with disabilities,
especially those with targeted disabilities.
The Department is committed to identifying and removing any barriers to
hiring, retaining, and promoting these individuals.
Our goal is to provide a work environment that welcomes qualified individuals with disabilities and effectively utilizes their skills, knowledge, and abilities. When requested, appropriate work site adjustments and technology will be provided in accordance with DOT Order 1011.1, “Procedures for Processing Reasonable Accommodation Requests by Job Applicants and Employees with Disabilities” (available on DOT’s website at http://www.dotcr.ost.dot.gov/Documents/10101_files/10101.htm). Each of us has a responsibility to report any barriers to meeting our goal. Together, we can make the Department a better workplace for every employee. Join me in advancing employment opportunities and improving the work environment for persons with disabilities in our workforce.
Mary
E. Peters