(A) The town is an equal opportunity employer. It is the town’s policy to treat all employees and applicants for employment equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experience and other employment standards. The town does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, national origin, race, religion, veteran status or any other legally protected classification. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion, training, compensation and discharge. It is the town’s policy to comply with all applicable Federal, state and local laws governing employment. All position vacancy notices, postings, advertisements and recruiting literature shall contain the phrase “An Equal Opportunity Employer.”
(B) Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace shall bring these issues to the attention of their supervisor. Employees may raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
(Ord. 05-04, passed 2-28-2005)