EQUAL EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
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The primary purpose of this position as a GS-09 is to works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document.
As a GS-11:
To process a variety of difficult and complex Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and MEO cases requiring thorough and detailed knowledge of program methods and techniques.
Responsibilities As an Equal Opportunity Specialist in an AF Equal Opportunity (EO) function, processes inquiries into complex and difficult informal and formal complaints; observes the distinct policies and procedures required for civilian and military personnel.
Determines training requirements and organizes classes and seminars for all counselors and supervisory personnel on a periodic basis to maintain current and full understanding of the latest directives from higher headquarters.
Uses Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), including mediation, facilitation, other dispute resolution techniques, and/or a combination of techniques for assigned workplace disputes which are complex, require determination of multiple cause and effect relationships, and involve concerned parties who are reluctant to cooperate.
Conducts Unit Climate Assessments (UCA) and prepares and submits reports with recommendations; plans or participates in planning the UCAs.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Equal Employment Opportunity, Series 0260.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-09:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems.
Examples of specialized experience include:
1) Applying knowledge of the principles, concepts, legal requirements, and methodology of the federal EEO and MEO programs program to perform independent assignments involving civilian employees and military members for which there are precedents.
2) Providing knowledge of common federal personnel administration regulations, principles, policies, operations, and practices for civilian personnel programs including special emphasis employment and the military personnel system.
3) Using knowledge of the organizational structures and functions of federal agencies, both civilian and military.
4) Providing knowledge body of law, regulations, and procedures to describe and clarify these for management, supervisors, employees, military members, parties to complaints, and the public.
5) Providing advice regarding referral and support services.
6) Advising management officials on various affirmative actions, special emphasis, and complaint processing programs.
7) Communicating orally and in writing to make presentations, conduct training seminars, negotiate settlements, and write proposed decisions in complaint cases.
8) Establishing effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, specialists, and employees including military personnel outside of the immediate work area and the public representing a variety of backgrounds and differences.
OR EDUCATION:
A master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.
B or J.
D.
in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position.
NOTE:
You must submit copies of your transcripts.
OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position.
NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems.
Examples of specialized experience include:
1) Applying knowledge of federal equal employment opportunity program laws, regulations, principles, concepts, UCMJ articles, Executive Orders, Presidential Proclamations, court decisions, methodology, and complaint processing for civilian employees and military members.
2) Providing knowledge of regulations, laws, policies, and procedures pertaining to the dispute systems and the processes involved with negotiated appeal and grievance procedures, equal employment opportunity (EEO) discrimination complaints, military equal opportunity (MEO) complaints, disciplinary and adverse action procedures, and the current trends and developments associated with alternate dispute resolution (ADR) to include mediation.
3) Administering knowledge of the specifics of some federal personnel administration regulations, principles, policies, operations, and practices for civilian personnel programs including special emphasis employment; the military personnel system; and the structure and functions of federal agencies.
4) Fact-finding and analyzing a variety of facts and opinions concerning controversial complex issues by determining meaning, relevancy, and significance of a large body of complex and interrelated pieces of information from many sources to include identification of interests of disputing parties, weighing evidence, identifying problems, making conclusions and recommendations, and reporting and presenting findings.
5) Advising and counseling on EEO and MEO programs, compliance, and enforcement, and requiring the interpretation and explanation of a body of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and practices.
6) Establishing effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, specialists, employees, and military members and persons outside of the agency such as equal opportunity specialists and community organization representatives.
OR EDUCATION:
A Ph.
D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.
M.
in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position.
NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position.
NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible.
One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level.
One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level.
TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
In Education section PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.
e.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of federal equal employment opportunity program laws, regulations, principles, concepts, UCMJ articles, Executive Orders, Presidential Proclamations, court decisions, methodology, and complaint processing for civilian employees and military members.
Knowledge of regulations, laws, policies, and procedures pertaining to the dispute systems and the processes involved with negotiated appeal and grievance procedures, equal employment opportunity (EEO) discrimination complaints, military equal opportunity (MEO) complaints, disciplinary and adverse action procedures, and the current trends and developments associated with alternate dispute resolution (ADR) to include mediation.
Knowledge of the specifics of some federal personnel administration regulations, principles, policies, operations, and practices for civilian personnel programs including special emphasis employment; the military personnel system; and the structure and functions of federal agencies.
Skill in fact-finding and analysis of a variety of facts and opinions concerning controversial complex issues by determining meaning, relevancy, and significance of a large body of complex and interrelated pieces of information from many sources to include identification of interests of disputing parties, weighing evidence, identifying problems, making conclusions and recommendations, and reporting and presenting findings.
Skill in advising and counseling on EEO and MEO programs, compliance, and enforcement, and requiring the interpretation and explanation of a body of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, specialists, employees, and military members and persons outside of the agency such as equal opportunity specialists and community organization representatives.
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY:
If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application.
Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment.
An accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education must accredit education.
Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION:
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.
S.
education program.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here.
To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position.
You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants):
Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.
Click here for more information.
Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
Temporary and Term Appointments:
If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.
120-Day Register:
This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date.
Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible:
MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level.
You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Direct Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application.
The Vacancy ID is 12064952.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
Recommended Skills Administration Assessments Communication Consulting Education Human Resources Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The primary purpose of this position as a GS-09 is to works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document.
As a GS-11:
To process a variety of difficult and complex Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and MEO cases requiring thorough and detailed knowledge of program methods and techniques.
Responsibilities As an Equal Opportunity Specialist in an AF Equal Opportunity (EO) function, processes inquiries into complex and difficult informal and formal complaints; observes the distinct policies and procedures required for civilian and military personnel.
Determines training requirements and organizes classes and seminars for all counselors and supervisory personnel on a periodic basis to maintain current and full understanding of the latest directives from higher headquarters.
Uses Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), including mediation, facilitation, other dispute resolution techniques, and/or a combination of techniques for assigned workplace disputes which are complex, require determination of multiple cause and effect relationships, and involve concerned parties who are reluctant to cooperate.
Conducts Unit Climate Assessments (UCA) and prepares and submits reports with recommendations; plans or participates in planning the UCAs.
Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Equal Employment Opportunity, Series 0260.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-09:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems.
Examples of specialized experience include:
1) Applying knowledge of the principles, concepts, legal requirements, and methodology of the federal EEO and MEO programs program to perform independent assignments involving civilian employees and military members for which there are precedents.
2) Providing knowledge of common federal personnel administration regulations, principles, policies, operations, and practices for civilian personnel programs including special emphasis employment and the military personnel system.
3) Using knowledge of the organizational structures and functions of federal agencies, both civilian and military.
4) Providing knowledge body of law, regulations, and procedures to describe and clarify these for management, supervisors, employees, military members, parties to complaints, and the public.
5) Providing advice regarding referral and support services.
6) Advising management officials on various affirmative actions, special emphasis, and complaint processing programs.
7) Communicating orally and in writing to make presentations, conduct training seminars, negotiate settlements, and write proposed decisions in complaint cases.
8) Establishing effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, specialists, and employees including military personnel outside of the immediate work area and the public representing a variety of backgrounds and differences.
OR EDUCATION:
A master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.
B or J.
D.
in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position.
NOTE:
You must submit copies of your transcripts.
OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position.
NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems.
Examples of specialized experience include:
1) Applying knowledge of federal equal employment opportunity program laws, regulations, principles, concepts, UCMJ articles, Executive Orders, Presidential Proclamations, court decisions, methodology, and complaint processing for civilian employees and military members.
2) Providing knowledge of regulations, laws, policies, and procedures pertaining to the dispute systems and the processes involved with negotiated appeal and grievance procedures, equal employment opportunity (EEO) discrimination complaints, military equal opportunity (MEO) complaints, disciplinary and adverse action procedures, and the current trends and developments associated with alternate dispute resolution (ADR) to include mediation.
3) Administering knowledge of the specifics of some federal personnel administration regulations, principles, policies, operations, and practices for civilian personnel programs including special emphasis employment; the military personnel system; and the structure and functions of federal agencies.
4) Fact-finding and analyzing a variety of facts and opinions concerning controversial complex issues by determining meaning, relevancy, and significance of a large body of complex and interrelated pieces of information from many sources to include identification of interests of disputing parties, weighing evidence, identifying problems, making conclusions and recommendations, and reporting and presenting findings.
5) Advising and counseling on EEO and MEO programs, compliance, and enforcement, and requiring the interpretation and explanation of a body of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and practices.
6) Establishing effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, specialists, employees, and military members and persons outside of the agency such as equal opportunity specialists and community organization representatives.
OR EDUCATION:
A Ph.
D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.
M.
in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position.
NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position.
NOTE:
You must submit a copy of your transcripts.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible.
One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level.
One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level.
TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
In Education section PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.
e.
, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of federal equal employment opportunity program laws, regulations, principles, concepts, UCMJ articles, Executive Orders, Presidential Proclamations, court decisions, methodology, and complaint processing for civilian employees and military members.
Knowledge of regulations, laws, policies, and procedures pertaining to the dispute systems and the processes involved with negotiated appeal and grievance procedures, equal employment opportunity (EEO) discrimination complaints, military equal opportunity (MEO) complaints, disciplinary and adverse action procedures, and the current trends and developments associated with alternate dispute resolution (ADR) to include mediation.
Knowledge of the specifics of some federal personnel administration regulations, principles, policies, operations, and practices for civilian personnel programs including special emphasis employment; the military personnel system; and the structure and functions of federal agencies.
Skill in fact-finding and analysis of a variety of facts and opinions concerning controversial complex issues by determining meaning, relevancy, and significance of a large body of complex and interrelated pieces of information from many sources to include identification of interests of disputing parties, weighing evidence, identifying problems, making conclusions and recommendations, and reporting and presenting findings.
Skill in advising and counseling on EEO and MEO programs, compliance, and enforcement, and requiring the interpretation and explanation of a body of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and practices.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, specialists, employees, and military members and persons outside of the agency such as equal opportunity specialists and community organization representatives.
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY:
If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application.
Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment.
An accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education must accredit education.
Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION:
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.
S.
education program.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here.
To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position.
You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants):
Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.
Click here for more information.
Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
Temporary and Term Appointments:
If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.
120-Day Register:
This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date.
Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible:
MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level.
You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Direct Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application.
The Vacancy ID is 12064952.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
Recommended Skills Administration Assessments Communication Consulting Education Human Resources Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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