Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is one of ONEOK’s five core values. A diverse workforce and inclusive workplace are integral to our business strategy and critical to our continued success. We are committed to proactively and consciously embracing diversity by recognizing and appreciating the unique characteristics of each individual. We strive to foster a culture of inclusion and create an environment where everyone connected with our company feels valued. Our goal is for all to be respected and appreciated for their identities, talents, experiences, ideas, similarities and differences, and for everyone to know their contributions have a significant impact on ONEOK.

Diversity and Inclusion Strategy highlights:

• A Diversity and Inclusion Council, chaired by our CEO and composed of employees from across our business units and geographic footprint to oversee and guide ONEOK's diversity and inclusion efforts.
• Professional development opportunities and diversity and inclusion skills training for all employees.
• Business Resource Groups that are voluntary, employee-led groups focused on historically underrepresented groups in the workplace that are open to all employees. 
• Active search for new hires with diverse perspectives from organizations such as Diversity Jobsite, Recruit Military and Women in Business and Industry, among numerous others.
• Support of several diversity and inclusion programs and associations at the colleges, universities and technical schools where we recruit.
• Encouraged participation in and support of diverse and inclusive community activities through the ONEOK Foundation and Volunteers with Energy.
• A dedicated diversity and inclusion team to drive our inclusion efforts.
   

Recognition

ONEOK is proud to be recognized for our commitment to creating a fully diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture. 
Recent acknowledgements include:

• Recognized by Mosaic, the Tulsa Regional Chamber’s diversity business council as a 2017 Top Inclusive Workplace Culture, receiving five stars, the highest rating possible, for its diversity and inclusion practices.
• Received the Oklahoma Bar Association's Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher Diversity Award for leadership in promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and community.
• Registered 95/100 on Human Rights Campaign (HRC)’s Corporate Equality Index, which rates policies and practices regarding inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) employees at nearly 700 major U.S.-based employers.
• Rated as one of Americas Most Just Companies, #1 in Energy Equipment and Services, by Just Capital. 
• Recognized as a 2019 Veteran Employer Champion by a coalition of Veteran-serving organizations including the City of Tulsa and the Oklahoma Department of Veteran Affairs. 
• ONEOK people leader was awarded the Patriot Award, a civilian honor for military-supportive supervisors of veteran employees, by a program administered through the Department of Defense. 
• ONEOK Board members, Julie Edwards and Pattye Moore were included in WomenInc. magazine featuring the Most Influential Corporate Directors.
• ONEOK Board member, Eduardo Rodriguez, was recognized by Latino Leaders Magazine as a “Latino on Boards.”

Recruiting

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage people of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, religions, creeds, national origins, abilities and military/veteran status to apply and feel welcomed to join our team. 

To search for current job openings, visit ONEOK Careers. 

Indigenous/Native American Peoples Engagement Commitment

ONEOK recognizes the diversity of Indigenous/Native American Peoples and is committed to creating and sustaining respectful relationships with Indigenous/Native American Peoples in areas where we conduct business. We are dedicated to operating in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, carefully considering potential impacts of business operations on local communities and natural and cultural resources. 

The cooperative nature of engagement with Indigenous/Native American Peoples in business and community projects aligns closely with ONEOK’s core values – Safety & Environmental, Ethics, Diversity & Inclusion, Excellence, Service and Innovation – which guide our actions towards achieving mutually beneficial outcomes for all our stakeholders.

Where necessary and applicable, ONEOK will facilitate external engagement according to the following practices:

• Acknowledging that mutual trust and respect are fundamental to transparent communication.


• Recognizing Indigenous/Native American Peoples and their communities may be affected by our existing operations and future project footprints.


• Committing to good faith engagement and communication through collaborative relationships.

Employee Engagement

In 2019, ONEOK conducted a companywide employee engagement survey. The survey, administered by a third-party firm specializing in employee engagement and analysis, targeted key workforce topics including trust and collaboration, work conditions and leadership. Compared with a benchmark based on data from 130 companies and more than 4 million survey respondents, ONEOK scored at or higher than the benchmark on approximately 95% of questions. ONEOK received an engagement index score of 87%, which is considered best in class based on market research. Company leaders reviewed survey results and identified companywide and segment-specific focus areas and action items.