ODOT Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Mission Statement
The Oregon Department of Transportation is committed to equal opportunity in hiring and awarding contracts. ODOT promotes equal opportunity within its own workforce and with the workforce of contracted employers who provide services for the agency. This applies to ODOT's contractors, subcontractors, employees, and job applicants.
What is the EEO Program?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Program is a federally required affirmative action program. The program must be used by contractors and subcontractors with federally funded contracts of $10,000 or more. Contractors are required to provide equal employment opportunities to socially or economically disadvantaged groups. The program also has goals for minority and female participation, measured through the workforce percentage of contractor work. For more information, read about federal contract provisions, 23 CFR 230.409, and the 2021 Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
Who benefits from EEO?
Employees benefit by working in a discrimination and harassment-free area. Any and all people should have equal access to jobs, training and other services. Employers benefit from cooperative workplaces and improved productivity. The public benefits from having services that are created for a diverse community.
What is discrimination?
Discrimination is defined as treating someone unfairly or harassing them for belonging to or linked with a certain group. It is illegal to discriminate against an employee or job applicant based on race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin or disability. An employee or job applicant can file a complaint if they believe they were discriminated against. Discrimination complaints are handled fairly with respect to all parties.
Ask for help or submit an EEO complaint.
If you have a civil rights or discrimination concern or complaint, ODOT Office of Equity and Civil Rights is here to help. Visit our Civil Rights Concerns and Discrimination Complaints at ODOT page for details.