Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist, CG-0260-13 (Term Appointment NTE 4 Years)

Duties

• Coordinates the investigative process of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaints filed against the FDIC; reviews EEO Counselors reports, formal complaint documents, determines acceptance for investigation, and ensures that investigations are thorough, complete and addresses all claims sufficient enough to render a decision on the merits.
• Reviews reports of investigation for thoroughness and completeness. Prepares completed reports of investigation for issuance to complainants and their representatives. Analyzes complaints of discrimination applying the appropriate theories of discrimination against the facts contained in the investigative file.
• Prepares final agency decisions assessing the merits of the case, drawing conclusions, providing appropriate corrective action, if appropriate, and providing the appropriate appeal rights. Reviews discrimination complaints, conducts inquiries, determines resolution when corrective action is warranted, notifies aggrieved individual of final interview, and prepares informal resolution agreements consistent with Federal regulations of EEO and human resources.
• Reviews the decisions of Administrative Judges and the complete complaints files, including the hearing records, recommends acceptance or appeal of the Administrative Judge’s decision and prepares the agency’s final order.
• Provides technical assistance in writing manuals, directives, and other materials relative to equal opportunity.
• Identifies ways to improve complaints processing and to prevent discrimination in the workplace.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Registration with the Selective Service.

U.S. Citizenship is required. 

Employment Conditions.

Completion of Financial Disclosure may be required.

Background Investigation (BI) required.

The candidate selected will be offered a term appointment not-to-exceed 4 years, which may be extended to a maximum of four years based on workload requirements and organizational staffing authorizations.

Qualifications

Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious spiritual; community; student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Additional qualifications information can be found here.

To qualify, applicants must have completed at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the 12 grade level or above in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience applying Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to non-discrimination, harassment and retaliation to perform and/or coordinate investigative, analytical, and advisory assignments to resolve EEO complaints.

Applicants eligible for ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program) must achieve a score of 80 or higher in the online assessment to be determined “well qualified” for this position. For more information, click here.

Education

There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position.

Additional information

Selectee(s) for this position will be required to report to their duty station office two days per week.

If selected, you may be required to serve a trial period.

To read about your rights and responsibilities as an applicant for Federal employment, click here.

• Benefits
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• In addition to the regular benefits offered by Federal agencies, the FDIC offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors.
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• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

In addition to the regular benefits offered by Federal agencies, the FDIC offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors.

To find out more, click here.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required Documents

Failure to provide all of the required documentation as stated in this vacancy announcement, may result in an ineligible determination or may affect your consideration status. Please review the following to determine your eligibility and which document(s) is required to complete your application:

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: If you are claiming veterans’ preference, click here. (Note: Veterans must submit the Member 4 copy of the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty – or other copy showing the type of discharge/character of service [e.g., Honorable, Under Honorable Conditions, etc.] along with any other required documents. (e.g., DD-214, VA Letter, SF-15, etc.) to demonstrate veterans’ preference eligibility.)

INTERAGENCY TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee eligible for consideration under the ICTAP, you must submit proof of eligibility. For more information, click here.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request

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