The Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist will be assigned to the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office, Office of the Director, Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS), Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, Tuskegee, AL.

Duties

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Duties include, but may not be limited to the following: Diversity Coordinator: Plans, directs, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the local Special Emphasis Employment Programs (i.e., Asian/Pacific Islander, Native American Program, Individuals with Disabilities Program, Federal Women's Program, etc.). Analyzes workforce statistics, availability of skills in the civilian labor force, potential for upward mobility, and employment statistics to determine/establish Special Emphasis Employment Program(s) goals and objectives and identifies system-wide problems. Monitors the Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) for the assigned Special Emphasis Employment Program(s). Provides advice and guidance to organizational employees for developing, implementing, and monitoring an effective AAP and EEO Program. Provides advice and assistance to supervisors in resolving problems and achieving program goals and objectives. EEO Complaints: Assists in managing the EEO Complaints processes. Assures formal complaints are processed within established time limits and in accordance with published regulations and policies. Maintains strict impartially when working with complainants and responsible management official (RMO). Requests assignment of counselors and investigators. Provides them with administrative support; arranges for documenting the record and assures availability of witnesses. Helps determine acceptability of formal complaints and dismisses those that are untimely or not within purview of applicable regulations. Advises complainants of their right to appeal local determinations. Programmatic Responsibilities: Develops recommendations to management on the level and mix of resources (staff, money, space and equipment) to be assigned to the program. Allocates assigned resources within the program to meet program objectives; assigns, directs, and reviews the equal employment opportunity program work of collaterally assigned or subordinate employees. Explains to and gains the support of the workforce for management's equal employment opportunity policies and goals. Coordinates program activities with other staff offices and with line managers to achieve mutual objectives. Training Coordinator: Coordinates and conducts all training programs presented by the Equal Employment Opportunity program (e.g., New Employment Orientation, Prevention of Sexual Harassment training, etc.). Provides communication to the managers regarding training initiatives and assist in identifying training needs and mapping out development plans. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Financial Disclosure Report: May be Required.

Requirements

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-9: applicants must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-7) in Federal Service that has equipped me with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of an Equal Employment Specialist and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes providing a wide range of administrative and technical support regarding equal employment opportunity program activities; maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the laws, regulations, procedures and policies governing Federal equal employment opportunity including relevant court and administrative decisions to identify barriers to equal employment; applies a detailed knowledge of the organizational structures, missions, and functions of the facility and any serviced tenant activities to provide advice and assistance, review/develop programs and identify trends and problems; comprehends the basic principles and requirements of the Federal personnel system including recruitment, placement, labor relations, position and pay management, and appeals and grievances; skillfulness in the methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis, evaluation, and resolution of problems; capable of identifying problems, developing action plans and advising managers and supervisors of courses of action needed to eliminate employment barriers; and having the ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, to provide information, advise supervisors and employees, prepare reports, and counsel employees and applicants. NOTE: Your experience must be fully documented in your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE GS-9: (Transcript Required) applicants have successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B., J.D., if related, that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the Equal Employment Specialist position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited in an accredited college or university. NOTE: Transcripts (unofficial or official) must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. OR COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GS-9: (Transcript Required) applicants have the equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate level education (beyond the first year) and specialized experience, as described above, which may be used to meet total experience requirements for this grade level. The education portion must include graduate courses that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do to the work of the Equal Employment Specialist. NOTE: Transcripts (unofficial or official) must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. OR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-11: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-9 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes providing a wide range of administrative and technical support regarding equal employment opportunity program activities; maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the laws, regulations, procedures and policies governing Federal equal employment opportunity including relevant court and administrative decisions to identify barriers to equal employment; applies a detailed knowledge of the organizational structures, missions, and functions of the facility and any serviced tenant activities to provide advice and assistance, review/develop programs and identify trends and problems; comprehends the basic principles and requirements of the Federal personnel system including recruitment, placement, labor relations, position and pay management, and appeals and grievances; skillfulness in the methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis, evaluation, and resolution of problems; capable of identifying problems, developing action plans and advising managers and supervisors of courses of action needed to eliminate employment barriers; and having the ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, to provide information, advise supervisors and employees, prepare reports, and counsel employees and applicants. NOTE: Your experience must be fully documented in your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE GS-11: (Transcript Required) Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position. OR COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GS-11: (Transcript Required) having a combination of successfully completed graduate education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: CommunicationsCustomer ServiceLeveraging DiversityOrganizational Awareness IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. 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. Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov).

Contacts

• Address Central Alabama VA Medical Center-Montgomery 215 Perry Hill Road Montgomery, AL 36109 US
• Name: VHA National Recruitment Center
• Phone: (844)456-5208
• Email: [email protected]