Human Resources

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity is fundamental to our mission. The University of Michigan-Dearborn is committed to creating and maintaining a working and learning environment that embraces individual differences.  We celebrate, recognize and value diversity. The Office of Institutional Equity is committed to ensuring that all staff, faculty and students have equal access and opportunities, and receive the support needed to be successful.

Our unique differences, similarities, qualities, attributes, experiences, values and perspectives of our faculty, staff and students creates a united and inclusive campus community. We are building an environment that empowers people and values their unique contributions.

We appreciate dates and events; please review the 2013 Diversity Calendar. You can download a copy from the PDF below:

For faculty and staff interested in diversity teaching and curriculum resources please visit:

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to the principles of equal opportunity in all employment, educational and research programs, activities and events.

Affirmative Action & Diversity Planning

We also are committed to the use of affirmative actions to cultivate and maintain an environment that fosters equal opportunity. Printed copies of our affirmative action plans are available for review in the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity, 4901 Evergreen Road, 1020 AB, Dearborn, Michigan. 

Services

We can help you manage conflict with various communication and problem-solving techniques including:

  • Interpreting, communicating and applying the University’s policies and procedures
  • Resolving workplace challenges, and developing appropriate goals and objectives
  • Developing  strategies to create high-performing teams
  • Identifying training initiatives and
  • Addressing many other workplace needs including allegations of workplace harassment, or unfair treatment

Americans with Disabilities Act-ADA Compliance & Accommodations

University of Michigan-Dearborn is committed to equal employment in all aspects of employment for individuals with a disability. In Accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and State laws, and consistent with the University’s Policy on Harassment and Discrimination, it is the policy of the University to provide reasonable accommodations in employment to individuals with disabilities unless the reasonable accommodation would impose an undue hardship of the operation of the University’s business or would change an essential function of the position. Our human resources team is committed to engaging in the interactive process during the accommodation request process. Please contact the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity for information and assistance (313-593-5190). 

 

What is a reasonable accommodation?

For University Students
A reasonable accommodation is a reasonable modification in policies, practices or procedures, when the modifications are necessary to avoid discrimination on the basis of disability, unless the modifications would fundamentally alter the nature of a University service, program or activity. Examples of reasonable accommodations may include, but are not limited to:

·          note taking services 

·          text conversion to alternative accessible formats

·          audio and video tapes

·          qualified interpreter services

·          adjusting time limits on tests

·          making facilities and/or programs readily accessible to and useable by individuals with disabilities

 

For University employees
A reasonable accommodation is a modification or adjustment to a job, employment practice, or the work environment that makes it possible for a qualified individual with a disability to enjoy an equal employment opportunity. The University will provide a reasonable accommodation to the known disability of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship.


For more information, please contact: 

 

Student Success Center-Counseling & Disability Services

2157 University Center

4901 Evergreen Road

Dearborn, MI 48128

Office: 313-593-5430

E-mail: counseling@umd.umich.edu

 

Office of Institutional Equity

1020 Administration Building

4901 Evergreen Road

Dearborn, MI 48128

Office: 313-593-5190

E-mail: umdinstitutionalequity@umd.umich.edu

 

Veteran’s Protection

University of Michigan-Dearborn is committed to the goal of equal opportunity in employment.  To further this goal, the University has established a non-discrimination policy, which prohibits discrimination against protected veterans.  Additionally, the University is in compliance with the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended as well as other applicable federal and state regulations.  Please see the definitions section for an explanation as to who qualifies as a protected veteran.  

The University’s protection of protected veterans extends to applicants for employment as well as current employees.  Both applicants and employees are welcome to self-identify as protected veterans under the University’s Affirmative Action Program. Self-identification is completely voluntary and information provided will be kept confidential. 

 

Dearborn inquiries or complaints may be addressed to:


Institutional Equity Officer
Dearborn Human Resources
1020 Administration Building
Dearborn, MI 48128
Phone: 313-593-5190
E-mail:  Vacant

Other inquires or complaints may be addressed to:

Senior Director for Institutional Equity
Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator
Office for Institutional Equity
2072 Administrative Services Building
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1432
Phone:  734-763-0235, TTY 734-647-1388