The Transportation Agency for Monterey County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, citizenship, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), gender characteristics, genetic classification, national origin, religious affiliation, political affiliation, union membership, marital status, Workers’ Compensation in California, gender identity, or any other classification protected under federal, state, or local law.

The workforce data analysis (attached) reflects the employee population as of June, 2017. The data shows that the Transportation Agency has a diverse workforce in terms of both race and gender. One recruitment was held in fiscal year 2016/17, for the Agency’s Rideshare Coordinator position. The analysis of the recruitment shows the racial and gender classifications of the individuals who applied for the position, as well as information on the individual who was selected.

The plan and the annual workforce data analysis provides guidance and feedback to the Agency’s administration and management regarding equal opportunity employment practices, and helps to support outreach and continued recruitment of a diverse population. The voluntary plan covers all facets of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, training, selection, promotions, transfers, compensation, demotions and terminations.

It is not the intent of the policy to permit or require the lowering of bona fide job requirements or qualification standards in order to give preference to any employee or applicant for employment. Selection, hiring, placement and promotion decisions are based on valid requirements and criteria that are job related, essential and necessary functions of the job.