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1 EEOC Investigations How we Do It What We Look For Understanding the Process. 1 Gail Cober - Field Director, Detroit Office Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

2 Equal Employment Opportunity Commission The EEOC is the key civil rights agency responsible for enforcing federal laws that prohibit employment discrimination.

3 EEOC Mission and Vision EEOC Mission To stop and remedy discriminatory practices in the workplace EEOC Vision Justice and equality in the workplace

4 Promote the EEOC Mission The EEOC promotes equal opportunity in employment through: Outreach and education, Compliance and/or voluntary settlement, and, where necessary, Vigorous enforcement through administrative and judicial actions.

5 Strategic Enforcement Plan Targeted Approach - Focused attention on an identified set of priorities. Integrated Approach Enforcement should be coordinated and consistent. Full use of outreach, education, training, research, communications, mediation, enforcement and litigation. Accountability Establish clear expectations and ensure strategic, integrated and consistent approach.

6 EEOC Strategic Enforcement Plan Nationwide Priorities I. Eliminating Systemic Barriers in Recruitment and Hiring. Barriers: Exclusionary practices and policies Steering individuals into jobs based on protected category Restrictive application processes Use of screening tools with adverse impact Groups affected: Racial and Ethnic Minorities Older workers Women Individuals with Disabilities

7 EEOC Strategic Enforcement Plan Nationwide Priorities II. Protecting Immigrant, Migrant and other Vulnerable Workers Target: Disparate pay Job segregation Harassment Human Trafficking Discriminatory Language Policies Vulnerable workers may be unaware of their rights or be reluctant or unable to exercise them

8 EEOC Strategic Enforcement Plan Nationwide Priorities III. Address Emerging and Developing Issues Issue 1- ADAAA Coverage Issues Proper application of ADA defenses Business Necessity Issue 2 Pregnancy Accommodating pregnancy-related limitations Intersection of the ADAAA and the PDA Issue 3- LGBT Coverage under Title VII provisions

9 EEOC Strategic Enforcement Plan Nationwide Priorities IV. Enforcing Equal Pay Laws The EEOC will target compensation systems and practices that discriminate based on gender. OFCCP Partnership V. Preserving Access to the Legal System Targeting policies and practices that discourage or prohibit individuals from exercising their rights or impede the investigative process. Retaliation Waiver of Rights

10 EEOC Strategic Enforcement Plan Nationwide Priorities VI. Preventing Harassment through Systemic Enforcement and Targeted Outreach. EEOC will pursue systemic harassment investigations and litigation; Conduct a targeted outreach campaign to deter harassment in the workplace

11 11 The Investigator s Role Analytical and critical thinking; Thorough understanding and application of the models/elements of proof; Excellent communication skills written, verbal and active listening; Sound customer service.

12 12 Discrimination Charge Filed and Served Example: Charging Party alleges that she was discharged due to her sex, female/pregnancy. Charging Party alleges that he was subjected to harassment from a coworker based on his national origin. Company s view: Charging Party was discharged due to excessive tardiness. Respondent has an Anti- Harassment Policy. The Charging Party never complained and the supervisor was unaware of the alleged harassment.

13 13 The Company Response: POSITION STATEMENT Official position of the company; Forms the basis on which the charge is ultimately investigated; Defines the dispute, parties and addresses reasons for particular employment action; Provides information addressing each allegation; Identifies key personnel and individuals involved in the dispute; and Provides documentation to support conclusions, to expedite investigation and resolve issues.

14 14 Internal Investigation Gather Documents Interview Witnesses Review Employer Policies and Practices Identify Comparatives (if appropriate) Investigate Claims of Harassment Examine Efforts to Accommodate (if applicable) Confirm Basis For Employer s Action

15 15 Prepare Position Statement Tell the story in a chronological and simple way with supporting policies, documents, affidavits, etc. Break down with headings to make easier to follow. Attach relevant documents. Include documents for comparatives. Avoid facts that don t really matter to the charge.

16 Position Statement Rebuttal Charging Party s opportunity to refute and rebut the information provided by Respondent. The purpose is to review the Respondent s position and evidence with the CP and provide him or her with an opportunity to rebut the evidence. An efficient investigative tool as it gives the aggrieved party the opportunity to provide investigative leads focused on the Respondent s position.

17 17 After position statement is submitted. Dismissal. Review and understand basis of dismissal and statutes of limitation. If not dismissed, EEOC may: Send a request for additional information. Subpoena further records; On-site investigation.

18 18 Onsite Investigation Title VII, Sec. 709(a), FLSA Sec. 11(A), ADEA Sec. 7(a), and ADA Sec. 107 authorize EEOC representatives to enter and inspect Respondent facilities, to examine and copy records and conduct interviews. Onsites or other investigative activities are authorized whenever such activity will enhance the probability of discovering or preserving evidence relevant to the case.

19 19 Onsite Investigation The Why EEOC Compliance Manual, Vol 1; Sec 25 Strategic Enforcement Plan Cases Timely Processing: (i.e., upon receipt of the UGLY position statement) Nature and Scope of the Evidence: (i.e., charges where the allegation includes hostile environment) Large number of witnesses to interview Assert Federal EEOC presence

20 20 Onsite Investigation (What to expect) Participation Management employees: Company HR Mgr/Rep; Company Attorney Non-management employees: Witness only Former management employee: Generally witness only, unless specifically requested by employee Former non-management employees: Witness only

21 Fact Finding 21 Conference An informal investigative forum intended to further define the issues, determine what is undisputed, clarify disputed issues and determine what other evidence is needed.

22 22 Fact Finding Conference The underlying authority for fact finding is EEOC s statutory authority to require persons to appear, produce evidence and testify: 29 CFR Sections (c), and (a) Section 118 of the Civil Rights Act of 1991 Section 513 of the Americans with Disabilities Act

23 23 Fact Finding Conference Purpose Expedite efficient charge processing by bringing all the parties together to find out what happened, and why. The FFC allows the parties and the Investigator to hear both sides in a non-adversarial setting. A FFC may encourage settlement of the charge. If the case does not settle or is withdrawn at the FFC, the statements and documents received at the conference should provide an adequate investigatory record with which to proceed.

24 24 Fact Finding Conference Purpose Educational for both sides The charging party may have a narrow view of the employer s policies and procedures. The conference may provide a better understanding of the respondent s structure and reason(s) for the actions taken. For the respondent, the conference may provide a better understanding of how individual employees are affected by policies or treated by supervisors.

25 25 Fact Finding Conference Advantages Efficient Interactive Facilitates improved relationships and problem solving Allows participants to hear facts directly from each other Assists in assessing credibility of charging party, respondent, witnesses

26 EVIDENCE EVALUATION 26 How the EEOC Evaluates Evidence and Credibility

27 Evidence Evaluation Credibility Determination 27 The credibility of documentary and testimony evidence in investigations is very important to the outcome of the case.

28 28 Evidence Evaluation The Story Plausibility is it believable? Does it make sense? Consistency Prior statement differ from present statements? Witness NOW remember facts? Shifting reasons Adequacy of Detail Distinguish fact from conclusion; Selective memory

29 29 Evidence Evaluation The Story (cont ) Too much detail; Identical to other witnesses Actually heard or saw

30 30 Evidence Evaluation Credibility of the Witness When evaluating the credibility of the witness, there are three factors EEOC may look to: Objectivity (bias, motive or interest) Ability to perceive (actually heard or saw something); Knowledge of facts (experience)

31 Pre-determination Interview 31 PDI The Cause Determination Precursor and Your Opportunity to Clarify or Rebut the Evidence

32 32 PDI EEOC Compliance Manual Volume 1; Section 27 A PDI is held when some or all the issues have been investigated and determined to be reasonable cause to believe discrimination has occurred. The purpose of the PDI is to inform the Respondent of the proposed finding and to provide the party with a final opportunity to provide additional evidence.

33 33 PDI Conducting the PDI Inform Respondent of the scope of the investigation; Summarize the evidence Invite the Respondent to provide its response; Inform the Respondent that a formal determination will be issued by the Director

34 34 PDI Further Investigation When further investigation is necessary as a result of the PDI, the Investigator will conduct a second PDI with the appropriate party before recommending issuance of a Letter of Determination (LOD).

35 CAUSE FINDINGS it s nothing personal. 35 A determination of reasonable cause is a finding that it is more likely than not that the Charging Party, aggrieved persons, and/or members of a class were discriminated against because of a bias prohibited by the statutes enforced by the EEOC. EEOC Compliance Manual Volume 1; Section 40

36 36 Cause Findings Based upon the evidence established Appropriate legal theory Prima facie case established Evidence of pretext EEOC may take further action.

37 Conciliation Conciliation - address and remedy the violation. Seek relief for all harmed parties Targeted Equitable Relief Include appropriate comp and punitive damages Include Policy Relief Training Notice Posting Monitoring and Reporting Public Conciliation

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