NOTE TO EMPLOYERS: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not require an employer to develop or maintain job descriptions. However, a well-written and up-to-date job description can be a constructive tool for exploring task-specific accommodation options. It is considered best practice for employers to craft job descriptions, and the following quick checklist provides considerations from an ADA standpoint. If questions are answered “no,” employers should reassess and update their job descriptions.
