The employment policy of Amtrak and Amtrak OIG is to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion or national origin. The applicability of this obligation covers all employment activities including:
- Hiring, placements, promotions, transfers, demotions, layoffs or terminations
- Treatment during pre, present and post employment
- Compensation and benefits
- Training selection and employee development
This policy is consistent with the requirements and objectives set forth by Executive Order 14173, and all related federal regulations.
The objective at Amtrak and Amtrak OIG is to seek and hire individuals who are qualified or trainable for the position by virtue of their merit, based on job-related standards of education, training, experience and professional qualifications.
The general responsibility for ensuring compliance and continued implementation of this policy is the responsibility of the Chief Human Resources Officer at Amtrak and the Chief Human Capital Officer at Amtrak OIG.