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Summary
As an Equal Opportunity Investigator at the GS-1860-7/9, you will be part of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) serving in one of the agency's District, Field, Area, or Local Offices, depending on the selected duty location. If selected, you will be responsible for investigating allegations involving employment discrimination.
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Duties
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• Receives inquiries and investigates charges of employment discrimination filed, pursuant to the federal statues enforced by the Commission.
• Interviews potential charging parties, informs them of their administrative and legal rights and responsibilities under the laws enforced by the Commission, and conducts a preliminary review of information gathered to determine jurisdiction.
• Obtains documentary and testimonial evidence that is relevant and material to the resolution of the issues under investigation through witness interviews and affidavits, written requests for information, on-site investigations, research, etc.
• Conducts on-site investigations, during which the incumbent inspects respondent facilities, interviews witnesses and personnel, and examines and copies other records.
• Drafts charges of discrimination and takes affidavits of charging parties, as appropriate.
• Drafts a thorough and well-written report of investigative findings, citing specific testimonial and/or documentary evidence, as well as applicable case law, policies, and precedents relied upon.
• Drafts proposed conciliation agreements that provide meaningful and appropriate relief and engages in settlement and conciliation negotiations to resolve charges.

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Qualifications
For the GS-07: You must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-05 level in the federal service, such as:

• Assisting with investigative duties designed to develop information, planning and conducting investigations, and refining investigative methods and techniques.
• Assisting with fact gathering that results in preparing a written report of the facts.
• Writing in a clear, concise, and organized manner.

OR One full year of graduate level education directly related to the position.
OR Superior Academic Achievement: To qualify based on superior academic achievement, you must have completed the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution AND must meet certain GPA requirements or membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level.
For the GS-09: You must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service, such as:

• Conducting formal investigations into employee discrimination, or closely related areas, using a variety of investigative methods and determining such things as the documentary evidence needed to conduct the investigation.
• Gathering facts, interviewing witnesses through sworn statements or testimony, and preparing written reports of the facts.
• Writing in a clear, concise, and organized manner.

OR Successful completion of a master's, or equivalent graduate degree, directly related to the position,
OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree,
OR LL.B. or J.D., if related.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level.
Merit promotion applicants must meet time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS- 07 level. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS- 09 level.
Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date specified in the vacancy announcement.
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.
Education
Education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university.
Foreign Education: 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: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Additional information
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
This is a bargaining unit position: National Council of EEOC Locals, No. 216 Representing BUS code 1125.
You will be expected to report to one of the duty stations listed on this announcement.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across EEOC.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document that you do not have in electronic form, please refer to the agency contact information.
All employees of the Federal government are subject to the conflict of interest statutes and regulations including the Standards of Ethical Conduct that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. This position may require the incumbent to complete a confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of appointment.
This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with the EEOC. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow the EEOC to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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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.
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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.