The City of Bellevue is devoted to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. To this end, the city has implemented a range of programs and initiatives to promote employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Bellevue is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other reason prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. The city is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of their abilities. The city has established a number of initiatives to ensure that people with disabilities have access to employment opportunities.
These initiatives include:
- Job Accommodation Network (JAN): JAN is a free service provided by the U. S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP). JAN provides employers with information and resources to help them accommodate employees with disabilities.
JAN also provides employers with guidance on how to create an inclusive workplace environment.
- Employment First: Employment First is a program designed to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The program provides employers with resources and guidance on how to create an inclusive workplace environment and how to accommodate employees with disabilities.
- Disability Employment Initiative (DEI): DEI is a program funded by the U. Department of Labor that provides grants to states and localities to help them create and expand employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Project SEARCH: Project SEARCH is a program designed to provide job training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The program provides employers with resources and guidance on how to create an inclusive workplace environment and how to accommodate employees with disabilities.
Through its various programs and initiatives, the city has made it easier for employers to create an inclusive workplace environment and accommodate employees with disabilities. These initiatives are just the beginning of Bellevue's commitment to promoting employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The city is dedicated to creating an inclusive workforce that values diversity and provides equal opportunities for all individuals regardless of their abilities.
