Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

West Florida Flames is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation.

Anti-Discrimination Policy

West Florida Flames does not unlawfully discriminate either internally (within administrative and program operations) or externally (in the provision of services) on the basis of race, political orientation, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other status protected under applicable law.

Anti-Harassment Policy Statement

It is the policy of West Florida Flames to ensure a workplace free from harassment, discrimination, and intimidation of any kind. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for all. This policy applies to all employees, supervisors, managers, contractors, and any individuals who interact with employees in the workplace.

What Constitutes Harassment

Harassment is defined as unwelcome conduct based on an individual’s protected characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual stereotyping, gender identity, or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Verbal Harassment: Unwelcome jokes, slurs, or other verbal abuse.
• Physical Harassment: Unwelcome physical contact, gestures, or actions.
• Visual Harassment: Offensive posters, emails, or other visual materials.
• Hostile Work Environment: Any conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive workplace.
• Retaliation: Adverse actions taken against an individual for reporting or opposing harassment.

Examples of Prohibited Conduct

• Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
• Intimidation, threats, or bullying behavior.
• Humiliation, degradation, or public shaming.
• Discrimination in hiring, promotion, or any other employment-related decisions.
• Creating or contributing to an abusive, intimidating, or offensive work environment.
• Retaliation against anyone who reports harassment or discrimination.