Dont be found guilty of a sloppy workplace investigation. An employers guide to eeoc systemic investigations littler. The eeo investigator has the responsibility to prepare a thorough, impartial and appropriate factual. I have been contacted by an eeo investigator regarding an investigation of a formal eeo complaint as a witness, management official or union representative. Equal employment opportunity commission eeoc investigator. An employers guide to eeoc systemic investigations and. Affidavits are generally secured when an equal employment opportunity. For various employers, the subpoena enforcement actions have included statewide, and even. Investigative plan investigative log request for information rfi preparing for interviews conducting interviews complainant respondent witnesses formal statement form onsite interviews evidence types of evidence analysis of data writing the investigation sample investigative report guidelines for division eeo specialists to determine. This is intended to be a guideline only and you are encouraged to consult with an employment law attorney or human resources professional. The eeoc uses priority charge handling procedures pchp to make. Over the past year, since august 2010, the eeoc has filed at least 17 subpoena enforcement actions, most of which focus on broad based requests for information. Flowchart of the eeo complaint process within if you are not satisfied after the investigation is completed, you will receive a copy of the investigation report. First ensure complainant and any other alleged victims are safe and free from.
Ird provides operational support to the dod components, activities, and dod hr and eeo communities in the areas of equal employment opportunity eeo complaint investigations and mediations. The links below provide specific information on the steps required to initiate an investigation or mediation. Correct name and address number of employees organizational chart or statement written position statement on each allegation, supported by. The director of eeo will notify you of the right to either request a hearing before an eeoc administrative judge aj or receive a final ftc decision without a hearing.
Quality practices for effective investigations and conciliations eeoc. Guidance for witness participation during the processing of a. Filers will be notified of the precise date the surveys will open as soon as it is available. Rule 23 of the federal rules of civil procedure, the eeoc may. Page 764, overview of the charge process training tab, techniques, 3 lines. The eeoc investigation is commenced by the filing of a charge of discrimination. The commission sets forth the following practices for investigations and. Module 3 complaints investigations reference notebook. After the investigation is completed, you will receive a copy of the. Volume ii of the commissions compliance manual will assist in developing inquiries. Eeoc process employer is usually invited to participate in mediation at the outset of the investigation process. Eeoc will also issue a request for information to facilitate the prompt resolution of this charge. Should the agency dismiss your complaint without an investigation, you have 30. The eeoc expects to begin collecting the 2019 eeo 1 component 1 along with the 2020 eeo 1 component 1 in march 2021 pending omb authorization, and the 2020 eeo 3 and the 2020 eeo 5 in january 2021.