What is EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission)?
The EEOC, or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, is the federal agency responsible for enforcing laws that prohibit workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
Why does EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) matter?
Recruiters and hiring managers need to understand EEOC rules because hiring decisions and job postings that run afoul of them can result in complaints, investigations, and legal liability for the employer.
How does EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) work?
The EEOC investigates discrimination charges filed by employees or candidates, can mediate or pursue litigation on their behalf, and requires many employers to file annual EEO-1 reports on workforce demographics.
Frequently asked questions
Which employers are subject to EEOC rules?
Generally private employers with 15 or more employees, along with most federal, state, and local government employers, though thresholds vary by specific law.
What is an EEO-1 report?
It is an annual report certain employers must file with the EEOC, breaking down their workforce by race, ethnicity, sex, and job category.
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