If you are sexually harassed at a job, what do you put on an job application for reason left?
352570
Don't mention sexual harassment, you'll scare future employers.  Make something up like the commute was too far, or  your childs schedule changed and you need somthing new, blah, blah, something sort of vague yet relatively positive.
840467
I was falsely accused of sexual harassment and I a female! At the place I worked these guys were making suggestive comments to me and all this... I just ignored them. One guy got mad and turned me in for sexual harassment! Said I was making suggestive remarks and wearing inappropriate clothes and I got written up, and then fired the next week. I talked to my lawyer and they agreed to take it off my record of employment, but wouldn't rehire me. What a load of crap! Tell him to get a lawyer!
776336
Your employer cannot force you to apologize.  \n\nThere are certain "protected classes" of people that if they are treated disperately, can be considered discriminated against:  race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; gender; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy.  That is from http://www.finduslaw.com/taxonomy_menu/12/23\n\nIf you fall into one or more of those "protected classes" and you truly feel that you were discriminated against because you are a member of one of those classes, then you may have a case.\n\nI suggest that you contact the people at http://finduslaw.com and ask them for Employment Law advice: http://www.finduslaw.com/contact
987652
Sounds like a good job to me.  I like to cause trouble.  Where do I apply?
327340
Not if it happened outside the workplace and after working hours.  As far as I know, sexual harrassment only occurs when the person receiving the comment, approach, or inappropriate personal contact perceives it as insulting, demeaning, or threatening.  Many people bend the sexual harrassment rules in the workplace by hitting on or accepting remarks from their co-workers.  I think that policies against sexual harrassment exist only for the workplace environment (whichever this environment may be).  But I believe that a person can get in trouble with the cops if he or she is accused of bothering another person in a sexual way.
1045610
The stock answer is that the law in this matter should cut both ways. Rea;ity is that this is not always the case. Some will find it hard to believe that any man can be offended by the actions you describe, so be ready for some flack if you go through with filing a complaint. Realize that to make your position unassailable that you should first let your boss know that you find her actions totally inappropriate. If she persists drive on and do what you have to do.
235490
i don't have experience (i'm only 12) but yes it is sexual harrassment. yeah he should face a lawsuit. it's best to quit the job...actually scratch that....u should definitly quit the job if there is sexual harrassment of any kind or racism and unfairness. good luck!
422941
There really isn't any "getting around this."\n\nYou are obligated to tell the truth on job applications.  You'd definitely be in worse shape if you got caught lying about it.\n\nYour best bet is to collect some fresh, respectable references who will speak to potential employers about you, or who will write a letter in support of your job applications.\n\nGood luck.
99019
You could simply tell them that you are busy working and that you need to keep this job so you don't have time to mess around. I am assuming you are not being harrassed sexually. If you are, then they should be reported.
607421
Quit trying to step around the bad reference and be the first to explain the situation to the potential new employer.  Stick to the facts, if asked, and leave out personal feelings.\n\nI've been in your shoes before, and that's what I did.\n\nWhen I applied, I explained very briefly on the application that my previous employer and I parted on unfavorable terms, and would enjoy the opportunity to discuss with them.\n\nI don't think I was overlooked by any company due to thus statement, a few asked about it, and we had a brief discussion of the issues involved.  When they checked for the reference and my statements and the response from my previous employer were similar, they understood I was being honest, which was a big PLUS.\n\nDuring this process, I received several job offers.  So, by being honest and being first to deal with the issue, I believe I prevented the "Bad Reference" from having much affect.
774279
write down everything that happens and who was present when it happened. \nTell your boss you are offended by the comments. \nIf it continues, contact the EEOC in your area. \n\nhttp://www.eeoc.gov/\nhttp://www.eeoc.gov/types/race.html <---defines a hostile work environment based on what you typed.
961958
I hope this helps: Just what is sexual harassment? The book Coping With Sexual Harassment and Gender Bias, by Dr. Victoria Shaw, defines it as “bothering someone in a sexual way . . . It can be physical (such as touching someone in a sexual way), verbal (such as making unwelcome comments about someone’s appearance), or nonverbal.” Sometimes the harassment involves crude propositions.\n\nThe Bible condemns “obscene jesting.” (Ephesians 5:3, 4) Therefore, you have a right to feel angry, upset, confused, and even demeaned when you are harassed!\n\nHow, then, should you react if someone bothers you in this way? Sometimes a weak or vague response only makes a harasser try harder. The Bible tells us that when Joseph was propositioned by his employer’s wife, he did not simply ignore her. Instead, he firmly rejected her immoral advances. (Genesis 39:8, 9, 12) Today, being firm and direct is still the best way to fend off harassment.\n\nSimply saying something like, ‘I don’t like that kind of talk’ or, may get your point across. However you word it, do not water down your message. Let your no mean no! If [He] does not catch on to your kind hints, you have to tell [him] straight out. It often comes to that.  A firm ‘CUT IT OUT!’ may do the job.\nIf the situation escalates, do not try to handle things alone. Try talking it over with your parents or other MATURE adults. They may have some practical suggestions for dealing with the situation. As a last resort, they may even feel it necessary to alert school officials. As uncomfortable as doing so might make you, it could protect you from further victimization.
825686
You should keep immaculate records of everything.  Specifically, keep a journal where you record any and all instances of possible sexual harassment.\n\nWith the required compliments regarding your supervisor's appearance, you will definitely have a case.  You need to establish on the record that you have objected to the behavior and asked that it stop, however.  Tell her directly that her request makes you uncomfortable, and then follow up with an email.  Print that email, and keep it in your records.\n\nRemember that you need to be able to prove anything you allege.  Otherwise, she will just say things didn't happen, and if there's no proof, then there's no case.\n\nHopefully, she will stop the behavior when you ask her to, but if she doesn't, you should contact the EEOC.  See http://www.eeoc.gov for full information about filing a complaint.  Try to resolve the issue internally first though in good faith by asking that the behavior stop.  If it doesn't, that's when you go external and file a complaint.\n\nRegarding the farting, I don't think that's anything really.  It's unpleasant, but you don't have the right to a fart-free environment, you know?  Try keeping an air freshener at your workstation, or maybe you could have a fan there.
496491
you have no choice but to put the truth on your application. when your interview comes, be honest about your last job without saying anything to trash your former employer. if they call and he trashes you, you'll never know what he said and the new employer will never tell you the reason for the decline.\nthe point is you can't just give up the effort altogether because you're afraid of what he MIGHT say. your other choices are to lie on your application and risk being caught. you might even be hired before you're caught then you really screw yourself for the next job you try out for. \nlastly, you can avoid work altogether and tremble in your room with no paycheck. \nno matter which way you go, good luck.
960650
When I was younger, I faced this same situation and it was very uncomfortable.  My advice to you is twofold:  First, let your boss know that his comments are not appreciated and are unprofessional, preferably via email so you have proof.  Next, request a confidential interview with your companies HR department.  I guarantee your claim will be taken seriously, especially if you come with proof in hand. My guess is either your boss will be terminated after the investigation or severely reprimanded.  Most comapnies have a zero tolerance for sexual harassment as it has cost businesses millions of dollars if it goes to court.  Document everything you did to try to resolve the situation.  Use a notebook and note days you spoke to someone, who you spoke with, their title and what statements they made.  Be very factual-do not embellish.  If your company wants to bury this or refuses to correct the situation, which is unlikely, then go to a lawyer with your notebook, any emails or written correspondence and your voice recording.  The voice recording may not be admissible in court as it is illegal in many states to record someone without their consent however bring it all and let the lawyer determine what he can use or not, if it should come to that.  If you do go to court, it will take a long time so be prepared to find another job and carry on with your life.  But you have a good chance of your company doing the right thing so more than likely that last piece of advice will not be necessary.  Good luck and remember, you are protected from sexual harassment by law.
83147
Lol I think some of the previous responses are hilarious.  No the employer cannot say anything derogatory against you that would be grounds for a defamatory/slander lawsuit.  Companies are allowed to give your dates of employment, your salary, your position, your current employment status, and how you were termed (which most jobs do not volunteer).  Regarding how you were termed if they decide to divulge this information it can be one of two responses generally: voluntarily left position,  terminated.  They cannot volunteer your "life story" i.e. she bitch slapped a manager then she set the office on fire so we had to can her ass.  That's just not going to happen.
975102
Looks like the manager has a history of sexually harrassing female employees. I'd give this one a pass, but if it happens again in any form, report him.