Again, while it is not possible to list all the circumstances that may constitute other forms of workplace harassment, the following are some examples of conduct that may constitute workplace harassment: The use of disparaging or abusive words or phrases, slurs, negative stereotyping, or threatening, intimidating, or hostile acts that relate to the above protected categories; Written or graphic material that insults, stereotypes, or shows aversion or hostility toward an individual or group because of one of the above protected categories and that is placed on walls, bulletin boards, or elsewhere on our premises, in emails or voicemails, or otherwise circulated in the workplace; and A display of symbols, slogans, or items that are associated with hate or intolerance toward any select group.
Reporting Discrimination and Harassment
If you feel that you have witnessed or have been subjected to any form of discrimination or harassment (including sexual assault), document the conduct and immediately report it to Katy McShane, Chief Human Resource Officer, at (317) 808-7285 or via email or any member of management. The Company prohibits retaliation against employees who, based on a reasonable belief, provide information about, complain, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of harassment or discrimination. We will promptly and thoroughly investigate any claim and take appropriate action where we find a claim has merit. To the extent possible, we will retain the confidentiality of those who report suspected or alleged violations of the harassment policy. Discipline for violation of this policy may include, but is not limited to, reprimand, suspension, demotion, transfer, and discharge. If the Company determines that harassment or discrimination occurred, corrective action will be taken to effectively end the harassment. As necessary, the Company may monitor any incident of harassment or discrimination to assure the inappropriate behavior has stopped. In all cases, the Company will follow up as necessary to ensure that no individual is retaliated against for making a complaint or cooperating with an investigation.
State and Federal Remedies
In addition to the Company reporting process, if you believe you have been subjected to discrimination or harassment, you may file a formal complaint with the government agencies listed below. Using the Company complaint process does not prohibit you from filing a complaint with these agencies.
Claims must be filed within the following time frames:
Complaints filed with the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) must be filed within five years after the occurrence of the alleged discrimination. Complaints filed with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) must generally be filed within 180 days of the alleged discrimination. This deadline is extended to 300 days if BOLI or a local agency enforces a law that prohibits employment discrimination on the same basis. If the basis for filing the complaint is covered by both state and federal law, a complaint filed with BOLI is automatically filed with the EEOC.
EEOC Seattle Field Office Address: 909 First Avenue, Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98104-1061 Phone: 800-669-4000
Fax: 206-220-6911 TTY: 800-669-6820 ASL Video Phone: 844-234-5122 Website: https://publicportal.eeoc.gov/portal/
BOLI, Civil Rights Division Offices
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