The Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has published a new and somewhat confusing “notice of availability” in the Federal Register announcing that the agency is accepting public comment on its application, modification, update, and renewal processes for functional affirmative action plans (FAAPs). Although Continue Reading...
The OFCCP is Busting Myths Around Functional Affirmative Action Programs
The OFCCP sent out a “myth-busting” email this morning that focuses on the myths and facts surrounding Functional Affirmative Action Programs (FAAPs). In the past the OFCCP has been skeptical of federal contractors preparing FAAPs, believing contractors wanted to “game the system” and hide discrimination. This is a step in the other direction, Continue Reading...
OFCCP Submits Revised FAAP Directive for Final Approval
Last September, OFCCP submitted a revised functional affirmative action program (FAAP) directive for public comment. This week, the agency submitted that revised FAAP directive to OMB for final approval with “no material changes” from what was proposed last year. FAAPs permit federal contractors to develop and implement AAPs that better align with Continue Reading...
OFCCP Seeks Comments on Functional Affirmative Action Plans
OFCCP seeks comments on Functional Affirmative Action Plans. Written comments must be submitted to the office on or before July 23, 2012. SUMMARY: The Department of Labor, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies Continue Reading...
Functional Affirmative Action Plans (FAAP)
Many employers ask about creating FAAPs (Functional Affirmative Action Plans). For some, this seems like a reasonable approach to creating an AAP because the FAAP might align the personnel selections better with the decision makers who make them. However, it is wise to read the fine print before you or your employer considers going down the FAAP Continue Reading...