Employment Laws in Iowa

Definition of employee. Employee means any person employed by an employer but does not include individuals who work in the employer's home if the employer or members of the employer's family live in the home during the period of employment; or the employment of individuals to render personal service to the employer or the employer's family.

Definition of employer. Employer means the state or any political subdivision, board, commission, department, institution or school district of the state and every other person employing four or more workers within Iowa. Employer does not include any employer who regularly employs less than four individuals, or religious institutions, educational facilities, associations, corporations or societies for purposes of qualifications for employment based on religion when those qualifications are related to a genuine religious purpose.

Prohibited employment discrimination. Employers may not discriminate against employees and job applicants on the basis of age, race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, or disability. Discrimination based on a person's having or being tested for HIV or AIDS is also prohibited.

Recordkeeping requirements. Not specified.

Posting requirements. As relief or penalty for civil rights violation, an employer may be directed to post in a conspicuous place notices setting forth requirements for compliance with the Civil Rights Act and to include this information in all advertising materials.