Office of Employee Relations
and Equal Opportunity
Employee Relations
Employee Relations deals with a variety of issues surrounding the work environment of employees at the university. Issues or problems that arise in the workplace may be addressed with the immediate supervisor, the department chair or dean. Employees can also receive advice from the Office of Employee Relations and Equal Opportunity on how to deal with any workplace issue, personal concern, or problems with co-workers and/or supervisors.
What is the role of Employee Relations?
- assisting employees and/or supervisors in resolving work-related problems that may relate to performance and/or discipline based issues
- providing guidance on matters related to the Employee Performance Management System (EPMS)
- coordinating Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- administering the staff grievance process
Equal Opportunity
Equal Opportunity works to ensure that the university is a non-discriminatory and harassment-free learning and working environment. Applicants for employment, employees, and prospective and enrolled students of the university are protected against discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and sexual orientation.
What is the role of Equal Opportunity?
- educating students, faculty, and staff about their rights and responsibilities with respect to harassment and discrimination
- investigating and resolving complaints of discrimination and harassment
- facilitating and monitoring compliance with federal and state laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action