This course, as mandated by G.S. 126.16.1, is required for all state government employees who were hired, promoted or appointed to the position of supervisor or manager on or after July 1, 1991. Managers and supervisors hired, promoted or appointed prior to July 1, 1991 are stongly encouraged to attend the Institute
Description:
This course is designed with the latest information needed to help managers and supervisors understand federal and state equal employment opportunity/affirmative action laws in the context of daily work situations. The course design will also provide managers/supervisors with applicable information to help them work more effectively with a diverse workforce
Topics Include:
Current, in-depth
reviews of EEO and AA federal and state laws, regulations and court cases;
Explanation
of EEO/AA employer obligations;
Discussion
of the impact of EEO laws on policies, procedures and day-to-day operations;
Developing
awareness on issues of valuing and managing diversity and building cultural
competencies;
Discussion
of diversity and its relationship to EEO/AA; and
Building an
inclusive work environment that supports diversity and fosters productivity.