Division of Civil Rights

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) is committed to the principles of equal opportunity in all its programs, policies, and practices. We ensure compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws to create a workplace that respects the rights and dignity of all employees.

If you are a DNFSB employee or job applicant, the law protects you from discrimination based on:

  • Race
  • Color
  • Religion
  • Sex (including pregnancy)
  • National origin
  • Age (40 or older)
  • Disability
  • Genetic information

The law also protects you from retaliation if you oppose employment discrimination, file a complaint of discrimination, or participate in the EEO complaint process. 

PDF icon 2025 EEO Policy Statement

Federal EEO Complaint Processing Procedures

If you feel your rights have been violated or wish to file an EEO complaint, please contact the Civil Rights Director, Mr. Randee Artis at EEOInfo@dnfsb.gov.

 

The Four Major Functions of the EEO Program

Complaint Processing and Compliance:

  • Address and resolve employee and applicant complaints of discrimination under federal non-discrimination laws.
  • Oversee compliance with Title VII, the Rehabilitation Act, and related statutes.

 

Affirmative Employment:

  • Per 5 U.S.C. § 7201, Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 791), and EEOC Management Directive 715 (MD-715), agencies must develop and implement policies and programs to ensure equal employment opportunity.
  • Monitor workforce trends to identify and eliminate barriers to equal opportunity.

PDF icon MD715 AAP Report
 

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR):

  • Offer mediation and other forms of dispute resolution to address workplace concerns promptly and efficiently.

 

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodation:

  • Ensure compliance with the Rehabilitation Act and Section 508 to provide equal access to facilities, technology, and information for individuals with disabilities.
  • Facilitate reasonable accommodations and Personal Assistance Services (PAS) for employees with disabilities.

 

Anti-Harassment Program

The DNFSB’s Anti-Harassment Program helps the Agency address inappropriate workplace conduct before it becomes legally impermissible harassment. This program ensures compliance with Title VII and supports a professional, respectful work environment for all employees.

PDF icon 2025 Anti-Harassment Policy Statement

 

Accessibility

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973:

Section 508 requires federal agencies to ensure that their electronic and information technology is accessible to individuals with disabilities. Examples include websites, telephones, multimedia devices, and office equipment. For more information about Section 508 compliance, visit www.section508.gov.

Architectural Barriers Act of 1968:

The Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) mandates accessibility to federally funded facilities. For more information or to file a complaint, visit the Access Board at www.access-board.gov.

If you have questions about DNFSB’s accessibility program, please email EEOInfo@dnfsb.gov

Personal Assistance Services (PAS) is incorporated in the Reasonable Accommodation (RA) procedures.

PDF icon Reasonable Accommodation Notice 
PDF icon Reasonable Accommodation Operating Procedure