THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a EQUAL EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST, Position Description Number T5420P01 and is part of the Kansas National Guard.

Duties

As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST, GS-0260-09, you will contribute to the development and implementation of the National Guard Bureau Equal Opportunity Program at the State level. Assist in writing the Affirmative Action plan covering both short- and long-range goals and objectives. Continuously reviews this plan and revises it as needed. Assists in the management of the State EEO complaints processing system. Track the status of formal discrimination complaints in progress. Recruit counselors and ensures appropriate training is provided. Conduct periodic analysis of the Active/Guard Reserve (AGR), Dual Status (DS) T32 technician and the T5 National Guard Employee work force to identify underrepresented classes in the various occupations and military grades/ranks. Work closely with the Human Resources office in developing recruiting and employment strategies which ensure that equal employment opportunity goals are achieved. Meets and consults regularly with employees and all levels of management to locate, define, and correct deficiencies or problem areas. Other duties as assigned. Telework: ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY, INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND PRESCRIBED "UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK" Work Schedule: This position works on a 5/4/9 compressed work schedule that consists of a 5 day workweek, then a 4 day workweek ( 8 nine-hour days and 1 eight-hour day and an SDO, Scheduled Day Off) to complete the 80 hour pay period. Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements

Requirements

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate controlled office.
• Travel is required for the purpose of meeting with management, conducting desk audits, organizational reviews, attending national workshops, symposiums, etc.
• The incumbent of this position description must have, at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment.
• The incumbent of this position description must have at a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to position assignment
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have the experience gained in administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work to perform the following duties Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and Communicate effectively orally and in writing. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Musthave the specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS 07, contributing to the development and implementation of the National Guard Bureau Equal Opportunity Program at the State level, assisting in writing the Affirmative Action plan covering both short- and long-range goals and objectives and Assisting in the management of the State EEO complaints processing system. Physical Demands: Regular and recurring work is performed sitting at a desk except for occasional brief visits to worksites. No special demands are required to perform the work. Work Environment: The work generally is performed in an office setting except for occasional visits to protected areas of industrial worksites involving everyday risks and discomforts and normal safety precautions.

Education

EEO Certificate(s), DEOMI Certificate(s), Mediation Certificate(s) and other Affirmative Action/EEO/MEO/D&I Certificates are desireable.

Education at the graduate level in an accredited college or university meets the requirements for positions at GS-7 through GS-11. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions.

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., if related

Contacts

• Address KS Joint Forces Headquarters 2722 SW Topeka Blvd Topeka, KS 66611-1287 US
• Name: Jamie Jackson
• Phone: 785-646-0510
• Email: [email protected]