Case Study
First potential Hispanic fire fighter in the history of the city of Houston was originally denied a job
– Case Description
First potential Hispanic fire fighter in the history of the city of Houston was originally denied a job, although he was a military fire fighter during Vietnam. He was also denied promotions and denied the right to make extra money at the Houston Rodeo, an event much treasured by civil servants.
Final Result
After passing the civil service exam again, the firefighter was hired and ultimately rose to the rank of assistant chief. He was also awarded pay for the failure to allow him to work the rodeo event.