Attorney Adviser (Civil Rights)

Summary This position is located in the Office of the Secretary of State (S), Office of Civil Rights (S/OCR). S/OCR's mission is to manage the Secretary's equal employment opportunity (EEO) program to become a model EEO program. S/OCR does this through oversight of the EEO Process, management of the Anti-Harassment Program (AHP), educating employees about unlawful employment discrimination, facilitating resolution, and advocating change to overcome barriers that restrict EEO. Responsibilities Recognized as the expert advisor to a range of Department officials, as appropriate, on all legal and factual matters concerning complex and difficult matters of EEO law and regulations. Serves as the Department's representative for EEO and harassment discussions. Acts as legal counsel to the head of S/OCR and assesses EEO laws and regulations both domestically and internationally and for Department posts and Missions worldwide. Prepares complex proposals, responses to policy inquiries, letters, l...