The University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. Discrimination in employment against a qualified individual with a disability is prohibited under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination and is prohibited.

Discrimination is prohibited in all of the following areas: recruitment, hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations, selection for training and educational assistance, rates of pay, benefits, and other forms of compensation and conditions of employment. Retaliation or subsequent harassment against an employee who files a complaint or participates in a complaint investigation is prohibited. The University has an established affirmative action plan; the Office of Equality Administration is responsible for coordinating and implementing the University’s Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Program.

The University of Miami's mission is to educate and nurture students, to create knowledge, and to provide service to our community and beyond. Committed to excellence and proud of the diversity of our University family, we strive to develop future leaders of our nation and the world.

Each individual employed by the University is expected to be sensitive and responsive to the individual needs of our colleagues and clients, who include students, patients, faculty, administrators, visitors, and other staff members. To support this philosophy and achieve the single high standard to which the University of Miami is dedicated, each employee is expected to perform at the highest levels of professionalism. This can be achieved by respecting each person's right to quality service, confidentiality, and self-respect; outwardly displaying a positive, helpful attitude no matter how demanding or inconvenient requests may seem; and performing all duties in a courteous, prompt, and professional manner while displaying a business-like appearance.