Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The purpose of this policy is to state the Vermont Department of Public Service (“the Department”) prohibition against discrimination based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency), ancestry, place of birth, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, breastfeeding, age, disability, or political beliefs in the administration of our programs, services, and activities. This policy also establishes the complaint/grievance process to follow in the event of a claim of discrimination other than those lodged by employees.