How is a Formal Complaint Filed?
A formal complaint must be in writing and be signed by the complainant. The complaint must be filed by the complainant (or that person’s attorney) within 15 calendar days of receipt of the EEO Counselor’s issuance of the Notice of Right to File a Discrimination Complaint. It must be submitted to the Director, Office of Civil Rights, IBB. The employee or applicant may file a complaint based on race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual harassment, sexual preference or reprisal because of prior involvement in EEO activity. The employee or applicant may also file a complaint based on equal pay. As soon as the formal complaint is received by the Director, Office of Civil Rights, an EEO Specialist will acknowledge receipt of the complaint, in writing, and review the issues to determine if the complaint will be dismissed or accepted for further processing by the Agency. If the complaint is dismissed, the complainant will be notified, in writing, and provided with
