Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity

When hiring new employees, it is important that the requirements for the position are those required to perform the position and are not used to screen out candidates that might otherwise be qualified.

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 500–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Respond to the following in your discussion:

• Explain the concepts of discrimination in hiring practices and the protections afforded to candidates through the Civil Rights Act and other legislation monitored by the EEOC.
• Provide at least 3 examples of requirements that would violate the EEOC regulations and 3 examples of those that would meet the requirements.