Policy Statement

The State of Michigan and the Department of Human Services will provide equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, color, sex, height, weight, marital status, national origin, age, or disability. This policy is promulgated consistent with state and federal law, and consistent with Executive Order No. 1996-13, "Equal Opportunity Workforce Planning Council."

This policy statement and attached plan replaces any existing Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action Plan.

The State of Michigan and the Department of Human Services and I as the Department Director, firmly support equal employment opportunity. I will ensure that the Department of Human Services is committed to reviewing all aspects of employment, including, recruitment, selection, retention, and promotion, to identify and eliminate barriers to providing all persons equal employment opportunity.

A copy of this policy may be viewed in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Programs located at 235 South Grand Avenue, Suite 715, Lansing, MI 48909.