Under the DOL’s OFLC settlement, Facebook agreed to conduct additional notice and recruitment for U.S. workers. The company also agreed to undergo ongoing audits to ensure its compliance with applicable regulations.
In a statement, the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke said, “Facebook is not above the law, and must comply with our nation’s federal civil rights laws, which prohibit discriminatory recruitment and hiring practices. Companies cannot set aside certain positions for temporary visa holders because of their citizenship or immigration status.”
On the other hand, DOL Solicitor Seema Nanda commented, “This settlement is an important step forward and means that U.S. workers will have a fair chance to learn about and apply for Facebook’s job opportunities. No matter an employer’s size or reach, the Department of Labor is committed to vigorously enforcing the law.”
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