DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 

WASHINGTON, D.C. 

SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY 

September 1, 2023 

Treasury Equal Opportunity Policy Statement 

The Department of Treasury's mission is to protect the Nation's economic and financial 

infrastructure, support U.S. leadership in the global economy, and promote job growth and 

shared prosperity. To accomplish our mission, we must be able to recognize the needs of all 

citizens and understand the multi-cultural forces that shape the global economy. To effectively 

serve this diverse nation, our workforce must be representative of all segments of society, and we 

must give all employees the ability to compete on a fair and level playing field with equal 

opportunity for all. 

Treasury is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all employees and 

applicants for employment. The Department prohibits discrimination and harassment based on 

race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as 

a parent, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, 

reprisal for participation in protected EEO activity, or any other non-merit-based factor. These 

protections extend to all employment policies, practices, and actions, including, but not limited 

to, recruitment and hiring; job assignments; performance management; rewards; promotions; 

training and development; reassignments; discipline; and separations. 

I fully support the Department's prohibition against discrimination in all of our policies, 

programs, and operations, and reaffirm the Department's zero tolerance for all types of 

discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment, in the workplace. I expect all 

managers and employees to model these principles in the workplace and to uphold all laws, 

regulations, and Treasury policies that bar discrimination and harassment, including taking 

action to correct harassing conduct before it becomes severe or pervasive. Employees and 

applicants who believe they have experienced discrimination or harassment should bring their 

concerns to their immediate supervisors or the appropriate EEO office within 45 days of the 

alleged incident. Treasury supports the rights of all employees to exercise their rights under the 

civil rights statutes, and retaliation against anyone who reports unlawful discrimination or 

harassment or who participates in the EEO process is strictly prohibited. Employees are also 

encouraged to use Treasury's Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process as a valuable tool to 

resolve EEO complaints in a prompt and effective manner. 

Treasury will foster, through effective outreach, recruitment, hiring, and development, a diverse 

workforce that reflects the full talents and diversity of the American people. Equal opportunity to 

work and advancement based on merit is the law, not an option. I expect all managers and 

supervisors to ensure that employees are given an equal opportunity for training and career 

development programs, promotions, awards, and other applicable benefits and privileges of 

employment. Managers and supervisors must also take appropriate action once they have been 

apprised of allegations of harassment or discrimination, even if an employee requests that no 

action be taken. 
Let us maintain our commitment to foster an excellent work environment free from unlawful 

discrimination and harassment as we strive to establish a workforce that promotes diversity, 

equity, inclusion, and accessibility for the benefit of, and in service to, the American people. 

Thank you for your continued commitment to these ideals. 

Janet L. Yellen 

Secretary of the Treasury