The Department of Administration is proud to be a leader in promoting equal opportunity and diversity.

DOA Policy Statement

The Secretary, division administrators, bureau directors, and supervisors of the Department of Administration support the development and implementation of policies and practices that ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons employed by or seeking employment in the Department of Administration (DOA).  Our support guarantees that we will create a work environment that ensures non‑discrimination for all persons as required by federal, state, and departmental laws, policies, rules, and regulations.  We recognize that providing equal employment opportunity is an ethical, legal, social, and economic necessity to maintain a work force of the highest quality and productivity.

Prohibitions of Discrimination and Harassment

DOA actions and policies will assure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation (except for unclassified positions specified in ss. 230.08(2)(c) and 20.923(8)(9), Wis. Stats.), arrest or conviction record (except for those positions held by peace officers as defined in s. 939.22(22), Wis. Stats.) and membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military of the United States or this state.

DOA will maintain a work environment which both supports and nurtures employees so they can be productive and effective in their jobs.  This means that DOA will take all necessary steps to ensure that the workplace is free of discriminating and harassing behavior.

Affirmative Action

We will take affirmative action (AA) efforts on behalf of women, selected racial-ethnic groups, and persons with disabilities to ensure equal opportunity and to overcome the present effects of past discrimination.  This will also more fully utilize their talents and abilities in the work force.

Accommodating Disabilities and Religious Practices

DOA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities whenever the person's disability presents a documented barrier to employment opportunities or restricts ability to perform a job. Accommodations will be provided to ensure equal access to employment and all benefits associated with employment.  In response to an employee’s request, reasonable accommodations are provided for religious practices. 

Questions, concerns, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding the Department’s AA/EEO program may be directed to DOA’s AA Office: