Supervisory Attorney Examiner (Civil Rights) (Division Director)

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Polis, IN

JobSummary

As a Supervisory Attorney Examiner (Civil Rights) (Division Director) at the GS-0905-14, you will be part of the Office of Field Programs, Federal Sector Hearings Program, Hearings Division 3, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. If selected, you will serve as Division Director in maintaining responsibility and management of the Program by assisting the Chief Administrative Judge.

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OrganizationCodes

OT/EE00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

fed-internal-search

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AgencyMarketingStatement

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) boasts a highly motivated team committed to preventing unlawful employment discrimination and promoting equal opportunity for all.

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ApplyOnlineUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/Apply

DetailStatusUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/ApplicationStatus

MajorDuties

Supervises and manages the work of Paralegal Specialists and hearings support staff, including planning workloads, monitoring performance, and approving personnel actions.
Serves as the division’s legal expert on matters related to the Federal Sector Hearings Program, providing legal advice and guidance on statutes, regulations, case law, and agency policies.
Oversees case inventory, triage operations, and adjudication workflow to ensure timely, efficient, and consistent processing of federal sector hearings cases.
Develops, implements, and evaluates operational procedures and performance standards to strengthen program effectiveness, quality, and uniformity across the Federal Sector Hearings Program.
Advises the Chief Administrative Judge and Office of Field Programs leadership on complex legal, policy, procedural, and operational issues affecting the Federal Sector Hearings Program.
Coordinates with the Office of Federal Sector Programs, Office of Legal Counsel, and Office of Communications and Legislative Affairs to develop policy guidance, training, program tools, and responses to internal and external inquiries.
Represents the Federal Sector Hearings Program in meetings with stakeholders and prepares reports, data summaries, and briefings for senior leadership.

Education

This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.

Requirements

Evaluations

Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements outlined in this announcement. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) or SME Panel will be utilized to assist in the technical evaluation of candidates' qualifications. Applicants who meet these requirements will be certified and referred to the selecting official. Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet CTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility. For more information visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ Equal Employment Opportunity The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

HowToApply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/10/2026 to receive consideration. To view the Assessment Questionnaire before applying online, click on this link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12921138 To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into https://login.usajobs.gov/Access/Transition select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The EEOC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the HR Specialist listed in this vacancy. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. TTY users may contact us via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-669-6820.

WhatToExpectNext

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application. The SME panel will assess your qualifications for the job, and will be used to identify the best qualified applicants to be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews. We expect to make a job offer within 40 days after the closing date of the announcement. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

RequiredDocuments

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: Your Resume (NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of your qualifications, you will not receive consideration for the position. Proof of current and active Bar Membership in good standing. During the initial review of applications, the agency will accept photocopies of Bar Membership Cards or screenshots providing proof of active membership in a Bar Association that reflects the bar's jurisdiction or territory, the attorney's full name, bar number, date of admission, and bar status (i.e. active, inactive, retired, etc.). Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable. This position has a basic education requirement; you must submit a copy of your official or unofficial law school Transcripts for further consideration. An official transcript is required before being appointed. Please provide a copy of your most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" which shows your appointment eligibility for the position for which you are applying. Your most recent Promotion, Within Rate Increase (WRI/WGI), or Appointment/Conversion SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action showing your career/career-conditional status, title, series and grade (do not submit an Award SF-50). Also provide the SF-50 that reflects the highest grade level held on a permanent basis or the full performance level of your current position, whichever is higher. Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) Current or Former Political Appointees (if applicable) - The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently or have been a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch within the last 5 years, you must disclose this in your application package. Failure to submit documents required may result in loss of consideration.

Benefits

BenefitsUrl

https://www.eeoc.gov/careers/employee-benefits

OtherInformation

Relocation expenses will not be paid. The selectee will be required to have a duty station and report to Headquarters or one of the 53 EEOC Field Offices. You will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across the 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.

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AgencyContactEmail

jobs@eeoc.gov

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False