Marshall’s: Pregnant Women Told “We’re Not Hiring”
Ok so I am 5 months pregnant and am looking for a part time job. I went to Marshall’s to buy some newborn clothes, I asked a sales associate where they hiring…she said yes, very bad…..we need a lot of part time people. I then asked for an application. I sat in my car and filled it out then went back to give it to a manager. I asked the manager were they hiring and she said no, not at this time! I smiled and said ok thank you. I felt like I was turned down because of my pregnancy.
Answer: Pregnancy discrimination law forbids discrimination when it comes to any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, layoff, training, fringe benefits, such as leave and health insurance, and any other term or condition of employment. http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/types/pregnancy.cfm
Do you have a friend who can fake looking for a job? Have your friend dress appropriately like they already work for Marshall’s. Then have your friend ask for the manager and find out if they are hiring. If your friend is told yes, then document it and file a pregnancy discrimination claim with the EEOC and nail those jerks. Click here for a free download that teaches you how to write the documentation.
UPDATE: After looking at some of the comments below, I need to add something. YOU’RE ALL WRONG! You CANNOT treat a pregnant woman ANY differently than a “normal” employee. Even if there is standing all day and some heavy lifting, you CANNOT say “you shouldn’t/couldn’t do the job” IF THE REASON IS BECAUSE SHE IS PREGNANT. I have given this example before and I will do it again. At my dentist office, one of the dental assistants got pregnant. They moved her from assisting the dentist to the front office because they felt being around open mouth procedures and some of the compounds she had to work with would put her pregnancy at risk. As well intended as that may sound because her boss was “looking out for her”, IT WAS STRAIGHT UP ILLEGAL because they treated her differently soley because of her pregnancy. http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/types/pregnancy.cfm
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4 Responses to Marshall’s: Pregnant Women Told “We’re Not Hiring”
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I sympathize with you on your job hunt, however you have to look at it from an employer’s perspective. Retail requires you being on your feet all day, lifting, bending, reaching, and straining yourself in ways you really shouldn’t be during a pregnancy. Also, since you’re so far along, you’re limited in how long you can work before and after the baby comes. It’s not a smart investment for any employer looking for reliable help. Not saying that it’s fair, or that it reflects on you as an employee, but that’s what most employers will take into consideration. Your best bet would probably be a temp agency for a desk job, maybe reception or customer service.
No it’s not discrimination but it sounds more like avoiding complication because you’re carrying a baby and she wanted you take that hard job there and look after your baby carefully and good luck.
God bless you.
Could be, but Pregnant Women carrying more than 10 – 12 pounds causes miscarriage.
Not only during a pregnancy but a woman should avoid such heavy jobs to stay away from unwanted health problems.
Also, if you conceive and you are not aware of your conception doing the same job, it may lead to miscarriage without your knowledge.
You were probably turned down because of this.
Be careful.
Good luck!
It sounds like it. I guess they don’t want to hire you because they don’t want to give somebody paid maternity leave that hasn’t worked there for long. =/