EQUAL EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST

Summary This position is located at the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) Headquarters (HQ) within the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office. The incumbent serves as an Equal Employment Specialist and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for the Sign Language Interpretation (SLI) services, providing comprehensive guidance and support on various EEO-related matters including disability employment and reasonable accommodations. Read the entire announcement before starting the application process. Duties As an Equal Employment Specialist, you will be responsible for the following duties: Performs SLI duties, providing interpretation services between spoken English and ASL. Acts as a key EEO liaison and information resource for deaf & hard of hearing employees & management. Responsible for ensuring that individuals, supervisors, managers, and senior leaders across all levels of DeCA remain informed of changes in EEO policy, legislation, Congressional initiatives, and applicable laws regarding SLI, reasonable accommodations, and broad EEO workforce matters. Perform technical reviews of procurement packages, including the development of Performance Work Statements. Validate & certify contractor invoices for payment and prepare annual assessment reports. Provides comprehensive guidance and support on EEO-related matters, including disability employment, reasonable accommodations, and EEO policies, legislation, and laws. Read the entire job announcement. Focus on the following sections to understand whether or not you qualify for the position. This critical information is found under: Duties and Qualifications How to Apply (including a preview of the assessment questionnaire, if applicable) How You Will be Evaluated Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. We do not assume you have the necessary experience to successfully perform in this job regardless of your employment history or academic career. Requirements Conditions of employment Be a U.S. citizen or national. Applicants with a Permanent Resident Card are authorized to live and work in the U.S. but are not eligible for employment in positions requiring U.S. citizenship. If selected, proof of citizenship is required. Meet minimum age requirement. See the Additional Information. Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service. Appointment is subject to successful verification of identity and employment eligibility through E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, at https://www.e-verify.gov/. Appointment is subject to a favorable suitability or fitness outcome, as determined by a completed background investigation. New federal employees will be fingerprinted. Be able to obtain and maintain clearance eligibility based on the appropriate background investigation. May be subject to a probationary/trial period. Direct deposit of pay is required. Meet the physical requirements identified in the Qualifications section. Possess Certification through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) that is required for this position, and the incumbent adheres to the professional standards outlined by both RID and the National Association of the Deaf (NAD). Qualifications Creditable specialized experience includes: Sign Language Interpretation (SLI) Expertise: Skill in providing interpretation services (English/ASL) and oral interpreting, coupled with expertise in deaf culture and related issues; Certification through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) is required. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders (employees, managers, external partners), negotiate, persuade individuals, and present briefings or training on EEO matters. Ability to develop procurement documentation, review technical accuracy of packages, monitor contractor performance, validate invoices, and negotiate procedural points. Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of Federal EEO program laws, regulations, Executive orders, and court decisions related to disability employment and affirmative action. Skill in identifying EEO problems, conducting systematic fact-finding and data analysis, resolving complex issues, and developing concrete action plans or policy recommendation. Analysis and Research Communications Management Analysis Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Bargaining Unit Status: Not Covered Obligated Position: No Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No. DoD criteria not met. Telework eligible:Yes, Telework is at discretion of supervisor/agency Remote work eligible: No Education You may not use education to qualify for this position. Additional information Executive Order 12564 requires a federal workplace to be free of illegal drugs and prohibits the use of illegal drugs both on and off duty by federal employees. As a reminder, marijuana is still classified as an illegal drug by the Federal government and is prohibited for use by Federal employees even if such use is legal in the state where the Federal employee resides and/or works. The Defense Commissary Agency is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace where the use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and may result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal service. Upon first appointment to a civilian position in the Federal government, you are entitled only to the lowest step (Step 1) of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this announcement does not suggest or convey an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. The minimum age requirement is generally 18 years. Employing those under 18 may be possible under certain circumstances. If under 18 years of age, ensure you provide documentation showing how you are eligible. Applicants with financial difficulty are not automatically removed from consideration. Selectees are required to complete an online onboarding process. Retired military service members cannot be appointed to a Department of Defense (DoD) civilian position within 180 days of their retirement date. 5 United States Code 3326. The following may result in a rating of ineligible. Ineligible applicants receive no consideration. Submitting an incomplete application package, such as missing documents, illegible documents, and/or missing information necessary to determine qualifications and eligibility. A resume reflecting part-time (PT)/full-time (FT) or nothing rather than the number of hours worked per week (e.g., 40, 30, 20, etc.) may be considered incomplete. Submitting encrypted documents or uploading Adobe portfolio documents. Submitting any document that contains a photo or image of you. Including social media links, inappropriate material or content, classified or government sensitive information, or personal information such as age, gender, race, religion, or social security number on your resume. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or questionnaire responses. Deliberately attempting to falsify your application information, such as copying portions of this announcement into your resume. 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 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.