If you are finding that some aspect of the job application process or employment is difficult for you due to a medical condition, inform your supervisor and/or the department’s Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator (“RA Coordinator”), who usually works in the department’s HR or Civil Rights office. You may notify the department of your need for a reasonable accommodation verbally or in writing. If you have a specific accommodation in mind, feel free to suggest it.
Your departmental RA Coordinator will start an interactive discussion process with you by asking questions about your specific limitations and difficulties and, if needed, may request additional information from your medical provider. It is important for you to be responsive when asked for information so the department is readily able to evaluate your request and is in the best position to identify an effective reasonable accommodation.
