GBA
EQUAL  EMPLOYMENT  OPPORTUNITY

The Governing Board is committed to providing an employment environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.  All individuals associated with this District, including but not necessarily limited to, the Governing Board, the administration, and all other employees, students and members of the public while on campus, are expected to conduct themselves at all times so as to provide a working and educational atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment.

Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin or other legally protected status is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.  Employees who believe they have been subjected to discrimination or harassment related to their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin (which includes citzenship status), disability, or any other legally protected status should report the behavior in accordance with the regulations prepared by the Superintendent or the Superintendent's designee.

Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Adopted:  February 27, 2025

LEGAL REF.:
A.R.S.
13-904
41-1461
41-1463
41-1465

CROSS REF.:
AC - Nondiscrimination
ACA - Sexual Harassment
IHBA - Special Instructional Programs and Accommodations for Disabled Students
JB - Equal Educational Opportunities
KED - Public Concerns/Complaints about Facilities or Services