§ 16-10. Notification of job openings; selection; photocopies of applications to be kept on file.

A. 

Whenever a new position is created or whenever a vacancy occurs which necessitates the hiring of a new employee, the head of that department shall supply the Borough Personnel Administrator with a written job description. The Borough Personnel Administrator shall advertise the job opening at least once in a newspaper of general circulation. The personnel officer shall have the authority to advertise the job opening in any other periodical or media he or she believes is most likely to attract qualified applicants. The appointment shall be made to the applicant whose attributes and qualifications best meet the Borough's needs. Photocopies of all job applications shall be kept on file with the Borough Personnel Administrator.

B. 

In making decisions with respect to employment matters, the Borough:

(1) 

Shall not discriminate against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability.

(2) 

Shall make reasonable accommodations to allow an otherwise qualified individual to perform the essential function of the job.

(3) 

Shall not make improper inquiry regarding medical matters during the application process.