• When arranging for interviews, inform all applicants that accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities.
• Choose interview locations that are accessible to candidates with disabilities.
• Identify accessible parking options.
• Provide clear directions about where to meet.
• Help your front office staff to learn how to interact appropriately with people with disabilities.
• Give all applicants clear information about the selection process.

Tips for Successful Interviews:

• An interview team will reduce individual bias.
• The interview team should include staff members who understand disability and diversity issues.
• Support and information can be accessed from service providers representing candidates, or on the Hire for Talent website.
• A diverse interview team will provide insight into responses that other team members may not fully grasp.
• Consider changing or adding to the standards used to evaluate candidates. Adding items such as overcoming challenges, new perspectives, and problem-solving ability to desired skill sets can help employers see value in diverse candidates.