The only time gender, age, religion, etc. can be used to make employment decisions is when they are considered a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ).

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The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on gender, age, religion, and other protected characteristics in employment decisions. However, there is an exception to this rule called the bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) which allows employers to use these characteristics when they are considered necessary for the job. This exception is narrowly applied and requires a high level of justification.

The Only Time Gender, Age, Religion, Etc