Job Description
Summary The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (OEEO) works to proactively identify and prevent discrimination. OEEO maintains an efficient, fair, and impartial complaint resolution process in accordance with 29 C.F.R. 1614 and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) Management Directive (MD) 110. OEEO evaluates ODNI policies and practices to ensure compliance with the federal government's mandate to be a model employer, as described in the EEOC's MD 715.
This job is open to - The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency Open to current and former Federal employees with competitive or excepted status; and all U.S. Citizens. Former members of the Peace Corps may be considered for ODNI employment only if five full years have elapsed since separation from the Peace Corps.
Duties Applies federal civil rights and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles, laws, policies, regulations, and diversity concepts and relevant organizational or community policies.
Serve as an EEO consultant to senior ODNI leadership and provide advice on the development, implementation, and management of a broad range of complex EEO programs and activities aimed at increasing EEO compliance in the ODNI and across the IC.
Serve as an expert liaison between ODNI and IC EEO organizations; listen to the needs of the organizations and provide counsel, guidance, and advice that enable them to tailor EEO programs, methods, and procedures to ensure they fully meet client needs and their overall EEO objectives.
Oversee and lead the development and implementation of EEO policy and programs for the ODNI workforce and the IC that enable and enhance collaboration, integration, and operational capability across the ODNI; lead and/or support Federal EEO complaint processing within the ODNI.
Oversee and lead the analysis and development of IC-wide EEO complaint statistics to produce reports for IC senior leadership with the status of EEO throughout the IC.
Oversee and lead planning, developing, and presenting expert, authoritative written and oral briefings to senior level customers on significant and complex EEO issues; explain programs and issues to non-expert customers and tailor programs, methods, and products to ensure alignment with customer needs.
Deliver training, guidance, advice, and/or consultation to members of the ODNI workforce regarding EEO compliance requirements, rights and responsibilities, and other matters within the office's organizational jurisdiction, as applicable.
Cultivate and maintain productive working relationships within and outside the IC EEOD organization, share information of interest, explain the specifics of EEO programs and, when appropriate, present, justify, defend, negotiate, and/or settle matters involving significant or controversial issues.
Other duties, as assigned.
Requirements Conditions of Employment - Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States
- Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on an SBI with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI)
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.
Qualifications Mandatory Requirements:
Expert knowledge and experience in all major EEO program functions, such as EEO Counseling, Alternative Dispute Resolution, formal complaint processing, and final agency actions, as well as expertise in the agency's obligations to provide reasonable accommodation, to ensure 508 compliances, and to conduct management-based inquiries.
Expert knowledge of Federal EEO laws, regulations, polices, and practices as well as a superior understanding of EEO MD-110 and MD-715, and 29 CFR Part 1614, EEOC's Model Agency Program elements, and 462 reporting requirements; superior ability to research and interpret legislation and guidance affecting EEO in the IC.
Expert understanding of the nature and causes of institutional barriers to EEO.
Superior skill in negotiating and consulting; superior judgment in applying principles to identify and solve problems; superior ability to communicate opinions and dismissals regarding management-based inquiries and decisions.
Excellent writing skills utilized in the preparation of reports and other correspondence.
Expert organizational skills to plan and execute each phase of the EEO process through the pre-complaint to the formal complaint process.
Superior program management, analytic, and critical thinking skills, including a superior ability to conduct program assessments, identify needs and requirements, and develop recommendations for the successful implementation of EEO programs.
At least three to five years of increasingly responsible professional Equal Employment Opportunity experience performing work in the area of EEO with major duties including development and implementation of EEO goals and objectives, investigation or resolution of complaints.
Education: Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent studies. Advanced degrees are highly desirable (J.D., Masters).
Special Notifications: Cover Letter Required. Previous Two Performance Reviews Requested, Not Required.
Please provide a writing sample not to exceed 15 pages.
Desired Requirements:
Certifications/Licenses: Completion of 32 hours of EEO Counselor and/or Investigator training, as required by the EEOC.
Education Bachelor's Degree.
Additional information Job Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C., area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview.
Salary Determination: The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to GS employees on the basis of individual qualifications, experience, and performance.
Individuals whose current GS grade is equivalent to the grade of the advertised position will retain their current grade and step.
Individuals who transfer to the ODNI from a non-GS pay scale will have base pay converted to the appropriate GS grade and step as determined by the Director/ Human Resource Management.
On occasional instances when a current federal civilian employee applies for an ODNI position that is a lower grade than his or her personal grade, the candidate's personal grade will be downgraded to the grade of the advertised ODNI position and pay will be set at the step that is closest to but not less than the employee's current annual base rate of pay, not to exceed the maximum rate (i.e., step 10) of the GS grade to which assigned.
Relocation Expenses: For new ODNI employees, reimbursement for relocation is discretionary based on availability of funds.
Reasonable Accommodations: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodations Officer by classified email at dni_reasonable_accommodation_wma@cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNI_DRA@dni.gov, by telephone at 703-275-3900 or by FAX at 703-275-1217. Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.
PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE EEOD EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY. The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.
- Benefits 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. Review our benefits 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.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. w.
- Benefits 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. Review our benefits 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 As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. A complete application package must include: a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity. You must ensure the resume contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:?Job title; Name of employer; Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format); Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable) and;?Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position). b. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the announcement number in the subject line on each document submitted. c. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a professional narrative as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed. d. CURRENT SF-50: Federal Government employees must provide your official most recent SF-50 (i.e., dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement.) SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" is used to verify to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record. If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position. Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. 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. - How to Apply We encourage you to read the entire announcement prior to submitting your application. Click "Apply" at the top of the page. Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. In order to be considered, you must apply via USAJobs. The ODNI will not accept emailed applications. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format. Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume: - Classified or government sensitive information - Social Security Number (SSN)- Photos of yourself - Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. - Encrypted and digitally signed documents Agency contact information Vacancy Team ODNI Email Vacancies@odni.gov Address EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMPLIANCE Director Of National Intelligence Washington, DC 20511 US Next steps Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive an acknowledgement of receipt email. Please note that the acknowledgement email does not ensure completion of your application. You must ensure that you submit all required documentation. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
- Fair and 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
Required Documents A complete application package must include:
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity. You must ensure the resume contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:?Job title; Name of employer; Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format); Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable) and;?Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position).
b. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the announcement number in the subject line on each document submitted.
c. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a professional narrative as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
d. CURRENT SF-50: Federal Government employees must provide your official most recent SF-50 (i.e., dated within the last 52 weeks from the closing date of this vacancy announcement.) SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" is used to verify to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record. If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position.
Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
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.
How to Apply We encourage you to read the entire announcement prior to submitting your application. Click
"Apply" at the top of the page. Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement.
In order to be considered, you must apply via USAJobs. The ODNI will not accept emailed applications. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration. All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Do not include the following types of information in your profile or resume: - Classified or government sensitive information
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Photos of yourself
- Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
- Encrypted and digitally signed documents
Agency contact information Vacancy Team ODNI
Email
Vacancies@odni.gov
Address
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMPLIANCE
Director Of National Intelligence
Washington, DC 20511
US
Next steps Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive an acknowledgement of receipt email. Please note that the acknowledgement email does not ensure completion of your application. You must ensure that you submit all required documentation.
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
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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