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Affirmative Action in Employment
Appointment
Employment of Non-Resident Foreign Nationals
Immigration Reform and Control Act
Nepotism Policy
Nondiscrimination in Employment and Education Opportunity
Recruitment and Hiring of Unclassified Employees
Salaries
Seniority

Affirmative Action in Employment (MnSCU Board Policy 1B.2)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is committed to and supports affirmative action steps and programs intended to remedy the historical under-representation of persons of color, women, and persons with disabilities in the workforce.

[MnSCU Board 9/20/94]

Appointment

Unclassified faculty at MSUM are appointed to approved vacant allocations based on criteria including degrees, education, and experience in categories which include adjunct, fixed-term, probationary, and tenured. MSUAASF employees are normally assigned prescribed position ranges and IFO members to a professional rank. The criteria for appointment are prescribed in Article 10 of the MSUAASF/MnSCU Agreement and Article 21 of the IFO/MnSCU Agreement. In addition, appointment procedures must follow the steps established in the MSUM Recruitment and Hiring Guidelines for Unclassified Personnel [PDF]

[M&C 5/15/92]

Employment of Non-Resident Foreign Nationals

MSUM will assist employees in obtaining authorized employment by processing an I-129 for an H-1 visa. MSUM will pay the base application fee. All other fees are to be paid by the employee. Application for permanent residency or any status change above and beyond the H-1 visa is the responsibility of the individual employee. For more information, contact Human Resources at 477-2157.

Immigration Reform and Control Act

The Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 was signed by President Reagan on November 6, 1988. The law seeks to prevent employment of aliens not authorized to work by the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). The law states: "It is unlawful for a person or other entity to hire, or to recruit or refer for a fee, for employment in the United States or to continue to employ an alien, knowing the alien is an unauthorized alien ..  with respect to such employment."

There are three provisions of the law. They are:

1. Amnesty Provisions. This portion of the law allows illegal aliens to apply for lawful permanent resident status under a variety of eligibility requirements. Aliens applying for this program will receive a temporary work authorization permit until a final determination is made by INS.

2. Employer Sanctions. This portion of the law prohibits the employment of aliens not authorized to work. This includes the "Paperwork Provisions" requiring an employer to review and retain proper documentation that each and every employee hired on or after November 7, 1986 does meet citizenship or work authorization requirements.  

3. Anti-Discrimination Provisions. This portion prohibits discrimination against aliens who are authorized to work in this country.

Every United States worker hired on or after November 6, 1986 must present documents to prove identity and employment authorization. Failure of employers to follow the requirements could result in penalties, imprisonment or both.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. MSUM hires only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. This Act requires employers to complete a verification form (Form I-9) for all employees hired after November 6, 1986. This form must be completed within three business days of the date of hire, and the employer must physically examine documentation from the individual establishing identity and employment eligibility. The University Human Resources Office, phone 477-2157, Owens 214, will provide further information regarding the provisions of the Act and employer/employee responsibilities.  

Nondiscrimination in Employment and Education Opportunity (MnSCU Board of Trustees Policy 1B.1)

MSUM recognizes its responsibility and obligation to provide equal education and employment opportunities to all persons in accordance with established laws and policies. Through a continuing affirmative action program, the University is committed to taking steps to ensure nondiscrimination and overcome barriers that impede equality of opportunity. All members of the University are asked to work together to achieve that end. 

The Affirmative Action/Title IX Officer, in conjunction with the Equal Opportunity Officer and the University Affirmative Action Committee, provides ongoing administration of the AA/EEO programs and policies. Duties include the preparation of reports on AA/EEO efforts and accomplishments, the coordination of training and education programs, the monitoring of the search and selection process for all unclassified positions in accordance with established recruitment and hiring procedures, and ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and MnSCU laws, regulations, and policies. Complaints of discrimination/harassment are also filed with the Affirmative Action/Title IX Officer, in accordance with MnSCU procedures, 477-2229, Owens 214B. 

The Equal Opportunity Officer is responsible for the overall implementation and administration of the AA/EEO programs and policies at MSUM, and serves on the Affirmative Action Committee. The Vice President for Academic Affairs serves as the Equal Opportunity Officer, 477-2765, Owens 205.

The MSUM Affirmative Action Committee, in conjunction with the Affirmative Action/Title IX Office and the Equal Opportunity Officer, is responsible for making recommendations to the president concerning Affirmative AA/EEO policy and assisting in the development and implementation of Affirmative Action programs, policies and procedures at MSUM. Committee members are appointed by the president. Phone 477-2229 (Voice) for additional information.  

For detailed information on the following plans, policies or procedures, refer to the Affirmative Action Office web site.

• MSUM Affirmative Action Plan

• Nondiscrimination in Employment and Education Opportunity

• Affirmative Action in Employment

• Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedure

• Reasonable Accommodations in Employment 

• Reasonable Accommodations in Employment Policy and Procedures 

• Access for Individuals with Disabilities

• Sexual Violence Policy and Procedures

• Nepotism Policy

• Nepotism Procedure 

For TDD Communication, contact the Minnesota Relay Service at 1-800-627-3529.  

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