This position is located in Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (OEEO), which implements effective strategies and proactive measures to ensure equal opportunity and the prevention of discrimination. Positions can be filled at any of the locations advertised. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill similar vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement.
Duties
At the full performance level, major duties include: Plans, organizes, and oversees efforts that are aimed at achieving the EEO Complaint Program accomplishments on challenging cases involving complex and multifaceted issues including cases involving disparate impact, class actions, cases involving senior leaders or similar complicating factors making the case highly sensitive. Advises management on problems related to equal employment. Monitors and evaluates agency management policies and practices to determine their impact on equal employment. Makes recommendations to OEEO management concerning policies that may present a potential violation of EEO or Federal personnel laws, rules or regulations. Plays a key role in the development and implementation of EEO investigative program policies, plans, guidelines, proposals, processes, and collaborates with the Assistant Director and co-workers to identify trends stemming from complaint and/or counseling activity and makes recommendations for preventive actions. Serves as an expert advisor in matters pertaining to EEO investigations. Presents, supports, and discusses investigative findings. Coordinates and conducts conferences and meetings to explain EEO policies and principles, the EEO Complaints process, and the prevention of protected class harassment and/or discrimination. Serves as an OEEO representative or resource person at meetings, seminars, conferences and functions involving Federal EEO and personnel issues that impact the efficient operation of the complaints program. Conducts EEO Counselor and mediation training for FDIC employees. Develops and presents training. Serves as an expert advisor in matters pertaining to EEO investigations. Presents, supports, and discusses investigative findings. Coordinates and conducts conferences and meetings to explain EEO policies and principles, the EEO Complaints process, and the prevention of protected class harassment and/or discrimination. Independently processes formal EEO complaints in accordance with 29 C.F.R. §1614 and EEOC's MD-110, analyzes formal complaints of discrimination to recommended acceptance and/or dismissal for investigation, drafts acceptance and/or procedural dismissal letters, conducts sufficiency reviews on reports of investigations, and prepares correspondence for hearings and appeals.
Salary
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 for the CG-13, 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 (1) reviewing and analyzing complaints of discrimination to recommended acceptance and/or dismissal; (2) preparing reports of investigation; and (3) conducting EEO training for individuals and groups across an organization. To qualify for the CG-14, applicants must have completed at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the 13-grade level or above in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as (1) providing advice and guidance on EEO policies and procedures; (2) reviewing and analyzing complaints of discrimination to recommended acceptance and/or dismissal; (3) preparing reports of investigation; and (4) developing and delivering EEO training for individuals and groups across an organization. Applicants must have met the qualification requirements (including selective placement factors – if any) for this position within 30 calendar days of the closing date of this announcement. Applicants eligible for ICTAP (Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program) must achieve a score of 85 “well qualified” for this position. For more information, Click Here. For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Please indicate how you meet the specialized experience under each applicable position. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications.
Education
There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position.
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: Your two (2) page resume showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of each employer; start and end dates (month/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date). VETERANS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ACT (VEOA) ELIGIBLES AND SPECIAL HIRING AUTHORITIES FOR VETERANS: If you are applying for consideration under VEOA and special hiring authorities for veterans, click here. You must submit documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA Letter, SF-15, etc.) to demonstrate veterans' eligibility. SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: If you are applying for consideration under special appointing authorities for people with disabilities, you will be required to provide proof of disability documentation to specify that you are a person who (1) has a severe physical disability; (2) an intellectual disability; or (3) a psychiatric disability. The documentation does NOT need to detail your specific disability, medical history, or need for accommodation, however; the letter MUST clearly state that you are eligible for appointment under this authority and that your eligibility is based on a severe physical disability; an intellectual disability; or a psychiatric disability. THE DOCUMENTATION MUST HAVE BEEN OBTAINED FROM: (a). Licensed medical professionals; or (b). State or private vocational rehabilitation specialists; or (c). Any Government agency (e.g., VA, etc.) that issues or provides disability benefits. THE DOCUMENTATION MUST INCLUDE: a statement that you are eligible based on one of the following: severe physical disability, an intellectual disability, or a psychiatric disability. To view sample Schedule A proof of disability letters, click here, and for more information on this special appointing authority, click here. Please note that employees hired under this Schedule A hiring authority will be required to complete a Standard Form 256 to identify their disability status. INTERAGENCY CAREER 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. CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES OR REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLES WITH COMPETITIVE STATUS: A copy of your most recent SF Form 50, Notification of Personnel Action that shows: (1) permanent or career-conditional tenure (codes 1 or 2, in block 24), and (2) position occupied in the competitive service (code 1, in block 34). If reinstatement eligible, include your Career/Career conditional SF-50. To be considered as a non-competitive eligible candidate, the SF-50 must show the highest grade level or full performance level applicant has attained competitively on a permanent basis, and grade must be equivalent or higher than the grade for which applying. NONCOMPETITIVE CONVERSION ELIGIBLES UNDER A PATHWAYS PROGRAM: If you are applying under this noncompetitive conversion authority, you must provide proof of program completion. A letter from your current agency certifying completion is acceptable documentation. FDIC EMPLOYEES: If you want to be considered non-competitively include a copy of your SF-50. The SF-50 must show the highest grade level or full performance level applicant has attained competitively on a permanent basis, and grade must be equivalent or higher than the grade for which applying.
How to Apply
To begin, click the “Apply” button and follow the prompts. If you haven't already, register and establish a USAJOBS account. After you register online, click the “Apply” button to complete the online assessment questionnaire, and submit all required documents. Please be sure to click “Submit Application” to complete the application process. You must apply online. To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes: Your two (2) page resume showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date). Applicants requesting an exception from the online process must contact the Human Resources Specialist or point of contact listed in this announcement prior to 12:00 noon local time on the closing date. To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account and click on “Applications” tab. Click on the “Position Title,” and then select “Update Application” or “Additional Application Information” to continue. You have until 11:59 p.m. ET (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process. Please ensure you have completed the application process by verifying the status of your application on-line to reflect: “Received”. Failure to complete the application process will result in an incomplete application and you will not be considered for the position.
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.
