The County of Monterey is committed to hire, promote, and retain qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions. In partnership with County agencies and departments, and pursuant to the County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and other applicable statutes, the County of Monterey strives to:

• Ensure that disability related policies, procedures and practices are consistent and in compliance with federal and state disability laws, family and medical leave provisions and other applicable statutes;

• Provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to be considered for jobs, perform the essential functions of their jobs, and enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment;

• Ensure the removal of barriers in the work environment to enable employees and applicants with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job;

• Educate and assist employees and job applicants with a disability to understand their rights in obtaining an accommodation.