EEO Specialist interview questions
Interviews for Top Jobs at U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Investigator Interview
I interviewed at U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Interview
It was a one-on-one interview with the intake investigator. Pretty standard behavioral questions, so nothing out of the blue. The interview went super well and it seemed like a good working place
- What is your weakness/strength and what’s a challenge that you overcome?
Investigator Interview
I applied online. The process took 4 months. I interviewed at U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Mar 2014
Interview
Phone interview with a panel. Each person asked a couple of questions. They did have follow up questions to some of my answers which I felt was good because they were actually listening to my answers. I am not fond of phone interviews because I would rather look the people in the eye when I am speaking.
- If someone has to be disappointed would it be your supervisor, your coworker or your customer?
Investigator Interview
I interviewed at U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Interview
Great interview with a large panel of Supervisors who asked important and relevant questions related to the job. It was not an easy interview but it was rewarding and with preparation I got through it.
- Questions regarding working with public, writing and analyzing data.
Whether you are the complainant, the alleged perpetrator, or a witness, your cooperation is essential to this investigation. You are asked to be on time for your interview, and to answer all questions truthfully and to the best of your ability.
If you are an alleged perpetrator, you have a right to representation at any time during this process. Should the allegations prove true you may be disciplined. If you are a witness or a complainant, you may bring a representative with you. In the event you are not a member of a represented group, you may wish to secure representation.
Interviews may be tape recorded. Please refer to your cover letter to determine if this interview will be tape recorded.
The County of Sonoma investigates complaints of discrimination when those complaints are based on race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, or any other category protected by law. This responsibility encompasses recruitment, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, and any other covered aspect of employment. The County also investigates claims of retaliation in connection with the filing of discrimination complaints.
This is a confidential investigation and your role in it is extremely important. Your cooperation is required so that we may properly and thoroughly investigate this complaint. To maintain the integrity of the investigation, we must limit the disclosure of information to those with a bona fide need to know. Therefore, you are not to discuss with other employees:
FAQ
What are the four EEO concepts?
What is an EEO interview?
What questions should I not ask in an EEOC interview?
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For example, you can’t ask an applicant:
- Do you have a disability?
- What medications are you currently taking?
- Have you filed any workers’ compensation claims?
What does an EEO specialist do?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist will ensure that applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
