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What is the EEO-1 Report?
The EEO-1 Report is a compliance survey required by the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The survey requires certain companies (based on the number of employees and/or federal contract activities) to report employment data categorized by race/ethnicity, gender, and job category.
Do all companies have to complete the EEO-1 Report?
No. Most small businesses do not have to complete the EEO-1 survey. However, according to EEOC criteria, companies with 100 or more employees have to complete the survey, as do enterprises of related entities with 100 or more employees combined between the entities. Additionally, companies with 50 or more employees have to file if they are a federal contractor.
Is the survey mandatory for employees?
This survey is voluntary. However, if you don’t self-identify your gender and race/ethnicity by completing this survey, your employer is still required to include such information about you in the EEO-1 Report and can use existing employment records or visual observation to do so. Employees are not asked for their job duty however, this is a selection that must be completed by your employer.
What if I choose not to complete the survey?
If you do not self-identify your gender or race/ethnicity by completing the survey, your company is still required to include such information, on your behalf, in the EEO-1 Report. Your employer can use existing employment records or other permitted means, such as the methods outlined in this instruction booklet, to do so.
Who decides what categories are included in the EEO-1 survey?
The categories in the survey are based on EEOC and other government guidance and requirements. Justworks understands that identity is personal and that these options may not necessarily best represent you or your coworkers.
Disclaimer
This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.