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Who We Are:
The Office of Outreach, Diversity, and Equal Opportunity is comprised of two staffs: Office of EEO and Compliance and Office of Outreach and Recruitment.
Our Vision:
Provide leadership and guidance to create and maintain a competitive and qualified diverse workforce that promotes an all inclusive environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Our Mission:
Provides leadership and guidance for the Agricultural Research Service as well as to the broader Research, Education and Economic mission of the United States Department of Agriculture in building a diverse workforce and promoting a workplace free from discrimination and harassment by:
• Identifying and addressing barriers to eliminate under representation in the workforce;
• Initiating creative internal and external special emphasis, recruitment, and outreach programs, partnerships, and initiatives;
• Conducting proactive and preventative training to educate the current workforce
on cultural diversity, equal employment opportunity, and civil rights issues;
• Encouraging current employees to seek out and participate in career development and mentoring opportunities; and
• Serving as a resource for employees and managers.
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About ODEO
Our Programs
• Outreach and Recruitment
• Cooperative Resolution
- Conflict Consultation
- Conflict Management Training
- Mediation Services
- Communication Tips
- Departmental Policy
• Reasonable Accommodation
• Special Emphasis Program
• Civil Rights Training
• The EEO Complaint Process
• Management Directive 715
Resource Center
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- New! ODEO Brochure
- About ODEO Poster
- Policy Statements
- ADA Amendments Act 2008
- More...
Related Links
- Ag Research Magazine
- USA Jobs
- NoFear Act
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