The EEOC Consists of Five Members Appointed by the President

question 96

Short Answer

The EEOC consists of five members appointed by the president to serve a five-year term. This agency acts as the federal government's major means of enforcing equal employment opportunity laws and has the power to investigate complaints, use conciliation to eliminate discrimination when found, and file discrimination charges on behalf of an individual if needed. Individual states have also passed their own laws to fill perceived gaps in federal law.

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Definitions:

Listening Perspective

Listening perspective refers to the approach or attitude with which an individual listens to others, focusing on understanding their viewpoint, emotions, and the information conveyed.

Problem-Solving

The process of identifying issues and finding solutions or ways to overcome challenges effectively.

Self-Evaluation

A performance evaluation done by the employee being evaluated, generally on an evaluation form completed by the employee prior to the performance interview

Performance Review Meeting

A scheduled meeting between an employee and their supervisor to discuss the employee's job performance, goals, and development needs.