Hiring policy

ARTICLE I - SCOPE

1. Scope. This policy details the hiring practices for all employees, both full-time and part-time, who will be receiving compensation from Wikimedia District of Columbia. It also covers unpaid and volunteer positions, such as unpaid internships, recruited for completing specific duties or tasks within a defined period of time.

2. Exclusions. This policy does not apply to members of the Board of Directors of Wikimedia District of Columbia, to the Officers of Wikimedia District of Columbia, to members of the Standing, Special, and Advisory Committees of Wikimedia District of Columbia, or to positions expressly appointed by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE II - HIRING PRACTICES

1. Employment by Merit. Employment at Wikimedia District of Columbia is based wholly on qualifications, competence, experience, training, and fitness for the job.

2. Non-Discrimination. Wikimedia District of Columbia prohibits discrimination against current or prospective employees on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other legally protected characteristics. All staff members involved in the hiring process shall comply with the applicable provisions of Wikimedia District of Columbia's Non-Discrimination Policy at all times.

3. Job Openings and Recruitment. When a job is available at Wikimedia District of Columbia, the President is responsible for ensuring that all staff members are informed about the opening. Recruitment, screening, and selection will normally be done by the President, assisted by members of the senior staff.

4. New Hires. At the time of employment, each employee will receive a confirmation of employment letter which outlines job title, salary, and any additional compensation and benefits. Further, each employee will receive a copy of the job description and all applicable personnel policies, and will be informed of his or her work hours.

5. Unpaid Positions. All policies governing the hiring and recruitment of paid staff apply to recruitment of unpaid and volunteer positions. Wikimedia District of Columbia is fully committed to fair and professional treatment of all its staff members, including unpaid staff and volunteers. In the event that Wikimedia District of Columbia hires individuals for unpaid internships and other unpaid positions, it shall be the policy of Wikimedia District of Columbia to treat all unpaid staff with the same professional courtesies extended to paid individuals.

ARTICLE III - COMPLIANCE

1. Compliance with Law. Nothing in this document is intended to contravene or circumvent any relevant employment-related law. It is the policy of Wikimedia District of Columbia to comply with applicable laws at all times.