Back in November, 2022, the OFCCP proposed some relatively minor but potentially important changes to it’s mandatory disability self-identification form for federal contractor employers, fondly known as "Form CC-305." As an "information collection" under the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), the revisions must ultimately be approved by the White Continue Reading...
How to Implement Effective Diversity Compliance in Your Workplace
In the 21st century, we hear a lot of talk about "moving the needle." Yet when this terminology encroaches on the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), it is more than just dangerous for your employees — it can even be illegal. Although increasing and enhancing diversity in the workplace is essential for staying compliant, it's Continue Reading...
Jenny Yang Steps Down as OFCCP Director
Rumors have long been swirling and the recent announcement makes it official: after just two years, Jenny Yang is stepping down from her post as the OFCCP’s Director to serve as the Deputy Assistant to the President for Racial Justice and Equity. Her last day as Director of OFCCP was Friday, March 31, her new job begins Monday, April 3. Ms. Yang Continue Reading...
Federal Contractors Have Until June 29 for 2023 Certification
It is “that time” again, apparently. On March 31, 2023 the Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) will open the “Contractor Portal” and allow contractors to begin certifying their compliance with the agency’s affirmative action requirements. Contractors will have until June 29, 2023 to complete their Continue Reading...
How to Create Effective, Inclusive Job Postings
There was a time when the best way to find a job was to pound the pavement. It worked like this: Someone looking for a position walked into a business to ask for a paper application to be completed with a pen or pencil. Some sought employment by asking people they knew for a job. Believe it or not, these were successful strategies at the time, but Continue Reading...
