Summary The Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Specialist will support and assist the EEO Manager, and D&I Manager in the implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of D&I programs. The WAPA D&I team collaboratively develops, communicates, and coordinates policies and initiatives that lead organizational change to foster a diverse and engaged workforce, and an inclusive culture. This is not a remote position. The selectee will be required to be physically present at one of the duty locations identified. Responsibilities As an Equal Employment Specialist (Diversity and Inclusion) you will perform the following duties at the full performance level: Support and assist the EEO Manager, and D&I Manager in the implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) programs within the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), Office of Economic Impact and Diversity (OEID) team. Collaboratively develops, communicates, and coordinates policies and initiatives that lead organizational change to foster a diverse and engaged workforce, and an inclusive culture. The incumbent directly reports of the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Manager, with the Chief Administrative Officer as the second line supervisor. Support and assist the EEO Manager, and D&I Manager in the development and implementation of a WAPA-wide Diversity Plan, in alignment with both the Department of Energy (DOE) Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan and WAPA's Strategic Plan. Assist in planning and preparing the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) directed MD-715 Report, assist and support a multi-year Affirmative Employment Program Plan, help implement and support the WAPA-wide Special Emphasis Programs (SEPs), and help manage the WAPA Employee Concerns Program (ECP). Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Qualifications For the GS-09 level: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [GS-07] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting TWO of the FOUR following items: Experience in interpreting and applying a wide range of laws, regulations, policies, and precedents, and practices applicable to the administration of an I&D, Affirmative Employment, Special Emphasis, and/or Employee Concerns program, or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) directed, MD-715 Report. Experience in interpreting and applying skills to conduct data and barrier analysis, and utilizing analytical techniques and evaluative methods, techniques, and criteria to measure and make improvement and recommendations for the efficiency and effectiveness of an agency D&I program, activities, and initiatives. Experience in completing an agency (EEOC) directed, MD-715 Report. Experience in preparing effective written and oral forms of communication, sufficient to organize information, prepare briefs, correspondence, and reports; assist with presenting informal or formal briefings. OR Master's or equivalent graduate degree or two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED. OR You may qualify on a combination of education and experience. The total percentage of experience at the required grade level compared to the requirement, must equal at least 100 percent. Only graduate level education more than the first 18 semester hours (27 quarter hours) may be combined to be considered for qualifying education. TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED. For the GS-11 level: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [GS-09] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting THREE of the FOUR following items: Experience in interpreting and applying a wide range of laws, regulations, policies, and precedents, and practices applicable to the administration of an I&D, Affirmative Employment, Special Emphasis, and/or Employee Concerns program, or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) directed, MD-715 Report. Experience in interpreting and applying skills to conduct data and barrier analysis, and utilizing analytical techniques and evaluative methods, techniques, and criteria to measure and make improvement and recommendations for the efficiency and effectiveness of an agency D&I program, activities, and initiatives. Experience in completing an agency (EEOC) directed, MD-715 Report. Experience in preparing effective written and oral forms of communication, sufficient to organize information, prepare briefs, correspondence, and reports; assist with presenting informal or formal briefings. OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three (3) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED. OR You may qualify on a combination of education and experience. The total percentage of experience at the required grade level compared to the requirement, must equal at least 100 percent. Only graduate level education more than the first 36 semester hours (54 quarter hours) may be combined to be considered for qualifying education. TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED. For the GS-12 level: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level [GS-11] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting THREE of the FOUR following items: Experience in interpreting and applying a wide range of laws, regulations, policies, and precedents, and practices applicable to the administration of an I&D, Affirmative Employment, Special Emphasis, and/or Employee Concerns program, or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) directed, MD-715 Report. Experience in conducting data and barrier analysis, and utilizing analytical techniques and evaluative methods, techniques, and criteria to measure and make improvement and recommendations for the efficiency and effectiveness of an agency D&I program, activities, and initiatives. Experience in completing an agency (EEOC) directed, MD-715 Report. Experience in preparing effective written and oral forms of communication, sufficient to organize information, prepare briefs, correspondence, and reports; assist with presenting informal or formal briefings. There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-12 level. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. Education If you are using education as a substitution for the specialized experience requirements for the GS-09 and GS-11 grade levels, you MUST provide documentation supporting any education claims in your application. This documentation can include unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned and final grade. For specific education requirements, please see the qualifications section. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov If selection is made at a lower grade, promotion up to the full performance level may be made without further competition. However, promotion(s) will depend on the performance of the incumbent and are not guaranteed. The selectee for this position may be eligible to receive a recruitment or relocation incentive. You will need to sign an employment agreement to be eligible for this incentive. 2024 locality pay tables can be found here. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized.