FAA strives for diversity with targeted hiring

This week\'s guest is Fanny Rivera, Assistant Administrator for Civil Rights at the FAA. May 13, 2010

May 13, 2010 — The Federal Aviation Administration Office of Civil Rights plays a key role in helping that agency meet its mandate for a diverse workforce.

Disability hiring has recently taken center stage, and this week’s program explores (among many others) the topic of targeted disabilities.

Questions answered include:

  • What is a targeted disability?
  • How is the FAA moving to improve its disability hiring?
  • What accommodations are made for people with disabilities?
  • What happens when someone files a complaint?

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