If you feel that you have been denied services or treated differently by the Oregon Employment Department because of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, you may want to file a complaint.
Where do I file?You may file a complaint with any of the following agencies:
- Oregon Employment Department Universal Access Coordinator (1-800-237-3710)
- The Civil Rights Center, US Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N-4123, Washington DC 202 10
How do I file?- Use the state form. Click here for the Spanish form. Make sure you sign the statement or it will not be an official complaint.
- Write a statement that includes the date of the instance, the agency or person that the complaint is against, a narrative of the event, and your contact information. Make sure you sign the statement or it will not be an official complaint.
- Return the completed form to your local Equal Opportunity Coordinator or the state Equal Opportunity Officer at 875 Union St. NE Salem, OR 97311.
Is there a timeline?Generally, a complaint must be filed within 180 days of the alleged discrimination. However, for good cause shown, the Director may extend the filing time.
What if I need help completing the paperwork?Please ask for assistance and staff will provide reasonable accommodations free of charge.
Then what happens?You will receive a letter that the complaint was received. Your complaint will be investigated and you will receive an answer in 90 days.
What if I don't like the answer?You have 30 days from the notice to appeal to the US Department of Labor Civil Rights Center.