Department of Management Services
Employment of Individuals with Disabilities
The State of Florida launched several initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life, and integration of individuals with disabilities in the workforce. These initiatives are outlined in Chapter 2016-3, Laws of Florida, and include:
- The Employment First Act
- The Financial Literacy Program for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
- The Florida Unique Abilities Partner Program
HRM Policy Communications
Affirmative Action Program Manual [Rev 08-28-17] (
2.45 MB)
Individuals with Disabilities - Chapter 2016-03 ( 244.65 KB)
EEOC - Employer-Provided Leave and the Americans with Disabilities Act ( 65.92 KB)
EEOC Guidance: Depression, PSTD, & Other Mental Health Conditions in the Workplace: Your Legal Rights ( 212.08 KB)
Voluntary Self-Identification Frequently Asked Questions and Answers ( 360.04 KB)
Florida Statutes
Section 110.112, F.S., Affirmative action; equal employment opportunity
Florida Administrative Code
Rule 60L-40, Sexual Harassment, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Federal Laws/Regulations
Americans with Disabilities Act, as Amended; Final Rule ( 439.25 KB)
Applying Performance And Conduct Standards To Employees With Disabilities
Disability Types: EEOC Question and Answer Series
Fact Sheet on the EEOC’s Final Regulations Implementing the ADAAA
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended
Other Resources
Affirmative Action
Affirmative Action Plans for Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veteran - 2007 Memo ( 102.48 KB)
Affirmative Action Plan Chart Templates [10-2016] (
53.46 KB)
Agency Specific Plan to Promote Employment of Individuals with Disabilities – Sample Activities [02-2017] ( 317.28 KB)
Agency Plan for Promoting the Employment of Individuals with Disabilities Template [10-2016] (
15.96 KB)
Accessibility (Physical and Virtual)
A disability-inclusive workplace is an accessible workplace. This includes physical accessibility and digital accessibility, where information and communication technology is accessible to all and/or compatible with assistive technology devices. The key is to ensure doors are open—literally and figuratively—to all qualified individuals, including people with disabilities.
Accommodation
Americans With Disabilities Act, as amended
Census Data
2008-2010 American Community Survey (ACS) Census File for Individuals with Disabilities
Florida’s ACS Census File by EEO Job Category for Individuals with Disabilities ( 197.50 KB)
Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Disabilities
Employers’ Guide to Including Employees with Disabilities in Emergency Evacuation Plans
Office of Disability Integration and Coordination 2013 Fact Sheet
Recruit, Hire and Retain Individuals with Disabilities
State and Community Partners Resources
Training Presentations
Voluntary Self-Identification
Disability Disclosure and Self-Identification: Benefits, Barriers and Implementable Solutions ( 398.81 KB)
Do Ask, Do Tell ( 2.16 MB)
EEOC ADA Enforcement Guidance Preemployment Disability Related Questions and Medical Examinations ( 84.55 KB)
Voluntary Self-Identification EEOC Opinion Letter to OFCCP ( 1.87 MB)
Voluntary Self-Identification Frequently Asked Questions and Answers ( 360.04 KB)
Voluntary Self Identification: Why am I being asked to provide this information? ( 160.92 KB)
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