Employee, Visitor and Applicant Accommodations
Accommodations
Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ strives to be accessible to anyone attending university-sponsored events or visiting on campus. Accommodation requests are addressed through an interactive process that helps identify appropriate and effective solutions based on individual needs.
Below, you'll find information to help connect with the appropriate person or office regarding accommodations, physical accessibility and program accessibility.
You may be eligible if you:
- Have a physical or mental condition that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
- Need a workplace accommodation to perform your job or access the same employment benefits as other SDSU employees.
- Have a condition or accommodation need that is not already known to SDSU.
Email Human Resources to begin the accommodation process.
Employees
Employees, including student employees, who need disability-related accommodations to perform job duties or enjoy the benefits of employment can learn more about the process by reviewing the forms and policies page. Questions and requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to:
Human Resources Representative
Office of Human Resources
605-688-4128
Campus Visitors
Campus guests may occasionally need accommodations, such as wheelchairs, assistive listening devices or event materials in an alternate format. As a visitor, we encourage you to reach out to the event organizer or the Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator at 605-688-4128 to learn more about what we're able to provide for you.
Job Applicants
Job applicants who have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ or who cannot use the online application system may contact human resources by email. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact:
Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator
Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007
Phone: 605-688-4128
Student Applicants
Requests for accommodations or alternative formats may be directed to the SDSU Admissions Office at 605-688-4121 or by email. We are dedicated to providing accessible information and resources throughout the admissions process.
Current Students
Visit the Office of Student Accessibility for assistance.
The Human Resources representative will manage the interactive process to determine eligibility for accommodations, ensure consistency and fairness, facilitate discussions regarding accommodation needs, and maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding your disability and related medical information.
The interactive process is an ongoing, individualized dialogue between the employee and the university. As part of this process, the human resources representative will work with you, your supervisor and other appropriate individuals to explore potential reasonable accommodations and identify an effective accommodation. If needed, they will consult with the Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator to make sure the appropriate accommodation is provided.
The university may request medical documentation when the impairment or need for accommodation is not known or obvious. Information obtained during the accommodation process will be maintained in accordance with applicable confidentiality requirements.
The university will consider the employee's accommodation request and preferences; however, the university may choose an effective accommodation that enables the employee to perform the essential functions of the position and enjoy equal employment opportunities. The university is not required to provide the employee's preferred accommodation if another effective accommodation is available.
If an employee disagrees with an accommodation determination or believes the interactive process has not been appropriately followed, they may request a review by the ADA coordinator. The ADA coordinator will review the matter, gather any necessary information and facilitate further discussion as appropriate. If concerns remain unresolved, the matter may be referred to the Title IX and equal opportunity coordinator for review in accordance with university and South Dakota Board of Regents policy.
Digital accessibility ensures that everyone can access and use SDSU's websites, documents, courses and technology, regardless of ability. By creating accessible digital experiences, we support opportunities and full participation for all members of our community.
Americans with Disabilities Act Public Notice
Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities.
- Employment: Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA Title I employment regulations.
- Effective communication: Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ will, upon request, provide auxiliary aids and services leading to effective communication for people with disabilities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing or vision impairments.
- Modifications to policies and procedures: Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ will make reasonable modifications to policies and procedures to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services and activities. For example, people with service animals are welcomed in Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓƵ offices even where pets and other animals are prohibited.
- Requests: To request an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures, email human resources or call 605-688-4128 as soon as possible, preferably seven days before the activity or event.
- Complaints: Report it.
Upon request, this notice is available in alternative formats, such as large print or Braille.
