According to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), a public entity that has a minimum of 50 employees is required to designate an individual to oversee their compliance of the A.D.A..
The Benefits Division administers benefits for active and retired employees, dependents and survivors of employees.
The Civil Service Office administers processes regarding the initial selection, advancement, and conditions of employment in accordance with Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code, Commission Rules, and agreements with employee associations (labor associations).
The City of Austin’s compensation philosophy supports the business goals of the organization. The pay system has a flexible design necessary to meet changing conditions.
The City of Austin Equal Employment & Fair Housing Office (EE/FHO) is empowered to enforce four City Ordinances and relevant federal statutes:
The Records Division maintains current and former employees' personnel files.
The City of Austin’s Veterans Services Office provides support for City employees who are in the National Guard and Reserve or are veterans, as well as their families. Support is provided before deployment, during deployment and during reintegration into the workplace.
The Program helps employees, retirees, and their families lead better lives by increasing health awareness and providing opportunities to practice healthy behavior through a variety of programs and services.