The Adjutant General is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity and to avoiding prohibited employment discrimination in all areas of the Oklahoma National Guard. All individuals are entitled to be treated fairly and participate in a work environment free from discriminatory practices, offensive behavior, or harassment. Discrimination based on prohibited employment practices is illegal and will not be tolerated.
The Equal Opportunity Office establishes policy and provides oversight of the Equal Employment Opportunity and Equal Opportunity Programs.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
The Oklahoma National Guard supports ADR to the maximum extent practicable and at the earliest possible stage to prevent, minimize and resolve disputes between or among the agency and its employees and other parties. ADR helps to achieve mutually acceptable and cost-effective outcomes and to accomplish business efficiently, economically, and productively. Participation in the ADR process is voluntary, and information shared during the proceeding is confidential.
Employee Assistance Program
The Oklahoma National Guard recognizes that conditions such as emotional duress and stress impact morale and productivity in the workplace. The goal of the EAP is to increase employee efficiency and productivity, by connecting employees to assistive programs, rehabilitation, education, and referral services.
The EAP coordinator works in a consultative role with managers and supervisors to help address employee and organizational challenges and needs. Military OneSource services are private and provided by the Department of Defense at no cost to service members. The EAP coordinator maintains a list of resources and providers that are available throughout the state. Information will be provided to an employee upon request. Resources may be utilized not only when job performance is deficient but for personal situations unrelated to work as well.