Eeo Specialist, Nf4

U.S. Marine Corps • Quantico, VA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is seeking an EEO Specialist to serve as a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) EEO Specialist and assist the Director EEO (DEEO) with NAF activities throughout the Marine Corps EEO program. The position is located in the Civilian Personnel/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Branch, Manpower Plans and Policy Division, Manpower and Reserve Affairs Department, Headquarters, United States Marine Corps.

The specialist provides technical advice and guidance to the NAF workforce on EEO matters, including complaint processing, disability programs, MD-715, training, and workforce analysis. The role also serves as the NAF Affirmative Employment Program (AEP) Manager and subject matter expert on NAF personnel policy, and supports the DEEO in developing, directing, and implementing Marine Corps-wide EEO programs.

The position works with NAF and Appropriated Fund Human Resource Offices, managers, employees, commands, and other groups to implement EEO plans, review program effectiveness, identify potential equality-of-opportunity issues, and recommend resolutions. It conducts or participates in workforce reviews, EEO activity reviews, training, and complaint processing. Duties include counseling employees, arranging investigations and hearings as needed, maintaining complaint documents, conducting audits, and preparing reports and recommendations.

This is a white-collar position that may occasionally require lifting up to 20 pounds. Other related duties may be assigned. Ability to travel may be required.

Requirements

• At least three years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in Equal Employment Opportunity program administration.
• Experience applying EEO laws, regulations, Executive Orders, court decisions, and related guidance to difficult and complex assignments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of EEO principles and programs and experience applying that knowledge to complaint processing, disability program matters, affirmative employment/MD-715 activities, workforce analysis, training, program reviews, or comparable EEO functions.
• Knowledge of the Marine Corps NAF organizational structure, management policies, personnel procedures, and agency practices.
• Detailed knowledge and skill in EEO program methods and techniques, including fact-finding, analysis, and resolution of complex problems.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with and gain the confidence and cooperation of employees, supervisors, and managers on difficult and complex issues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to brief high-ranking military and civilian audiences, work with diverse groups, prepare clear reports, present findings, recommend or carry out actions, develop and provide training, and prepare instructions.
• Ability to travel if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director EEO with NAF activities throughout the Marine Corps EEO program.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to the NAF workforce on EEO matters, including the Complaints Program, Disability Program, MD-715, training, and workforce analysis.
• Serve as NAF Affirmative Employment Program Manager and subject matter expert on NAF personnel policy.
• Support development, direction, and implementation of Marine Corps-wide EEO programs.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with NAF and Appropriated Fund Human Resource Offices regarding EEO plans, objectives, complaint processing, and issue resolution.
• Review the adequacy and effectiveness of plans, programs, and achievements affecting the NAF workforce.
• Identify actual or potential equality-of-opportunity problem areas and recommend resolutions to the DEEO.
• Participate in workforce development and reviews across NAF occupational and geographic areas, including monitoring workforce composition and progress toward full integration.
• Work with line and staff managers on Marine Corps programs affecting NAF employment and EEO objectives.
• Assess attitudes and practices toward minorities and women through interviews and questionnaires.
• Collaborate with training specialists and participate in or conduct EEO training sessions.
• Coordinate with and assist Marine Corps commands in developing and executing NAF EEO programs.
• Conduct EEO reviews at NAF activities, including interviews and meetings, personnel-record reviews, and analysis of occupational and grade-distribution statistics.
• Provide entrance and exit briefings and prepare written reports with recommendations for the DEEO and signature by the Commandant of the Marine Corps.
• Assist with controversial, political, or sensitive NAF complaints escalated from field activities.
• Counsel employees and ensure timely, fair, and impartial complaint consideration and disposition.
• Schedule complaint investigations, negotiate informal adjustments when possible, maintain and secure complaint documents, arrange formal hearings as required, and make authorized final decisions on formal discrimination complaints.
• Audit NAF complaints processed by field offices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Stability of Federal Civilian Service.
• Quality of work-life balance.
• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive benefit packages.
• Marine Corps Exchange and base facility privileges.
• Access to a range of federal employee benefits for employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed