What is an EEO Counselor?
A person who has been designated by the Health and Human Services (HHS) Operating Division or Program to assist in the informal resolution of issues relating to equal opportunity of the PHS Commissioned Corps, in factors such as appointment, training, career development, and any other personnel practices that might affect the members opportunities and work environment. I keep hearing the word reprisal. What does that mean? Reprisal is an unlawful act to restrain, interfere, coerce, or discriminate against an individual who is involved or participating in the discrimination complaints process. Do I have the right to have a representative or attorney? You may have a representative of your choosing at all stages of the pre-complaint and complaint processes. You may obtain at your own expense, legal counsel. What is an informal resolution process? At an officer s request every effort will be made to resolve all allegations relating to discrimination through an informal process. Officers sh
