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POLICY STATEMENTS

How to File a Complaint

Federal law prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age (40 years and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, and retaliation for participating in activities protected by the civil rights statutes. In addition, NOAA prohibits discrimination because of sexual orientation. Employees, NOAA Corps Officers, or applicants for employment with NOAA who believe that they have been discriminated or retaliated against may contact an EEO Counselor. The Counselor will attempt to resolve the matter and furnish information about filing a complaint of discrimination. To preserve your rights under the law, you must contact an EEO Counselor within 45 CALENDAR DAYS of the date of alleged discrimination.

To initiate EEO Counseling or for more information, contact: Civil Rights Office, NOAA

VOICE: (301)713-0500
TDD: (301)713-0982
1-800-452-6728

NOAA Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
The NOAA ADR Office provides mediation services to resolve conflict in the workplace to reduce the number of EEO complaints and employee grievances.
Website: www.wfm.noaa.gov/adr/

NOAA Reasonable Accommodation Program
NOAA provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.
Website: www.wfm.noaa.gov/RAC.html
Voice:(816) 426-7822