The City of Jacksonville declares that a diverse public workforce representative of our community is desirable and can be achieved through equal opportunity, equal access and aggressive recruiting.

There shall be no discrimination or harassment against any person with regard to race, color, gender, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veterans status, personal characteristics or any other impermissible factor.  Employment and advancement with the City of Jacksonville shall be based solely upon merit and job-related qualifications. 

The Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Office is the city’s designated EEO compliance function established in accordance with requirements for contractors who are recipients of federal funds and grants.

The City’s appointed officials/employees, managers and supervisors shall be responsible for complying with the EO/EA Program and ensuring that the principles of equal employment are applied to all terms of employment.

Our Mission:

Provide professional and confidential Equal Opportunity/Equal Access services to job applicants, employees and management while striving to eliminate employment discrimination and public employment underutilization through education, collaboration, enforcement and other proactive means.

Our Authority:

Title XI, Chapter 400, Ordinance Code, City of Jacksonville

Executive Order 07-08, Office of the Mayor