Workplace Accommodations
There are various reasons why an employee may request reasonable workplace accommodation. Accommodations may be requested on the following bases:
ADA Accommodations
Requesting reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodations may include, but are not limited to:
- Equipment
- Technology upgrades
- Job restructuring
- Part-time or modified work schedules
- ASL Interpreters
Religious Accomodations
Requesting a workplace accommodation due to a sincerely held religious belief. Accommodation may include, but are not limited to:
- Access to a prayer room
- Waiver of dress code policy
- Flexible schedule
- Time-off for religious observance
Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Nursing Accommodations
Requesting reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals related to pregnancy, childbirth, and nursing include, but are not limited to:
- Job restructuring
- Part-time or modified work schedules
- Access to a private space for nursing
- Additional breaks to allow for nursing
ADA Accommodation Request Process for Employees
The University of Toledo, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and state law, provides reasonable workplace accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. In accordance with federal and state law, the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance processes accommodation requests for all faculty and staff.
ADA Accommodation Request FormMedical Certification Form
ADA ACCOMMODATION REQUEST PROCESS
Submit a completed ADA Accommodation Request Form and supporting documentation
- Employees with a qualifying disability in need of an employment accommodation can begin the process by completing the online request form
- Employees should include supporting medical documentation as part of the process. Employees are encouraged to provide their physician the Medical Certification Form to be submitted as part of the process, though a medical provider may use their own form or letter.
For more information regarding accommodations at the University, and the process please contact the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance staff via phone at 419-530-1488 or by email at HRCompliance@UToledo.edu
Next Steps
After receiving notification of an ADA Accommodation request, applicants will be contacted to schedule a time to discuss the requested accommodation and next steps.
Employing Department Supervisors
Supervisors who have questions about carrying out ADA Accommodations should contact the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance.
ADA Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Resources
The following links are to external resources related to the Americans with Disabilities Act and reasonable workplace accommodations.
- ADA.gov
- Job Accommodation Network: Askjan.org
- U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: The ADA Your Employment Rights as an Individual With a Disability
- Ohio Civil Rights Comission- Know Your Rights
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION REQUEST PROCESS FOR EMPLOYEES
The University of Toledo, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the U.S Equal Employment Opportunity Commission provides reasonable accommodation for religious reasons to perform essential job functions unless to do so would impose an undue hardship. In accordance with federal and state law, the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance processes religious accommodation requests for all faculty and staff.
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION REQUEST PROCESS
Submit A Completed Religious Accommodation Request Form And Supporting Documentation
Employees in need of a religious accommodation can begin the process by completing the online request form.
For more information regarding accommodations at the University, and the process please contact the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance staff via phone at 419-530-1488 or by email at HRCompliance@UToledo.edu.
Next Steps
After receiving notification of a Religious Accommodation request, applicants will be contacted to schedule a time to discuss the requested accommodation and next steps.
Employing Department Supervisors
Supervisors who have questions about carrying out Religious Accommodations should contact the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance.
Religious Accommodation Resources
The following link to external information from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission related to religious accommodations.
- U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- Ohio Civil Rights Comission- Know Your Rights
PREGNANCY, CHILDBIRTH, AND NURSING ACCOMMODATION REQUEST PROCESS FOR EMPLOYEES
The University of Toledo, in accordance with state and federal law, provides employees with reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy, childbirth, and nursing.
Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Nursing Accommodations Request Form
PREGNANCY, CHILDBIRTH, OR NURSING ACCOMMODATION REQUEST PROCESS
Submit a completed Pregnancy, Childbirth, or Nursing Accommodation Request Form
Employees in need of an accommodation due to pregnancy, childbirth can begin the process by completing the online request form. Employees who are seeking a leave of absence from work should visit the UToledo Leave of Absence Webpage or reach out to LeaveOfAbsence@UToledo.edu for more information.
For more information regarding employment accommodations at the University, and the process, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance staff via phone at 419-530-1488 or by email at HRCompliance@UToledo.edu.
Next Steps
After receiving notification of a Pregnancy, Childbirth, or Nursing Accommodation request, applicants will be contacted to schedule a time to discuss the requested accommodation and next steps.
Employing Department Supervisors
Supervisors who have questions about carrying out Pregnancy, Childbirth, or Nursing Accommodations should contact the Office of Institutional Equity and HR Compliance.
Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Nursing Accommodation Resources
The following link to external information from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission related to religious accommodations.
contact Institutioinal Equity & HR Compliance Staff
Mailing Address
The University of Toledo
2801 W. Bancroft Street
Human Resources, MS 205
Toledo, Ohio 43606
Physical Address
The Center for Administrative Support
2935 E. Rocket Dr
Toledo, OH 43606
Jennifer Ray
Interim Associate Director, Institutional Equity and HR Compliance
Phone: 419-383-6738
Email: jennifer.ray4@utoledo.edu
Jennifer Burton
HR Compliance Specialist
Phone: 419-530-1494
Email: Jennifer.Schira@UToledo.edu
Shelby Zeides
HR Compliance Specialist
Phone: 419-530-1485
Email: Shelby.Bates@UToledo.edu