Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers
Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers monitor and enforce compliance with laws protecting workers from discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. They work in government agencies, corporate HR departments, and contracting firms, reviewing employment practices, investigating complaints, and ensuring organizational policies align with federal and state equal opportunity requirements.
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A day in the work
A typical week involves reviewing employment records and hiring practices for potential discrimination, interviewing employees about workplace complaints, and documenting findings. Representatives conduct policy audits, meet with managers to discuss compliance gaps, and prepare reports for leadership or regulatory agencies. They may attend training sessions, update organizational guidelines, and follow up on previous violations to ensure corrective actions were implemented.
Who this work suits
Holland code ECS. Enterprising work is leading, persuading and making decisions. Aptly’s interest assessment scores you on the same six scales.
You tend to be detail-oriented and comfortable with rules and procedures while also driven to improve organizational practices and outcomes. You're drawn to work that combines systematic analysis with a sense of purpose—ensuring fairness in hiring and employment conditions appeals to both your conventional side and your desire to make meaningful change.
What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most people in this occupation hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER · Naval Air Systems Command · Patuxent River, Maryland · $143913–$197200
- Administrative Officer · Indian Health Service · Inscription House, Arizona · $74678–$97087
- Budget and Accounting Officer · Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System · Lexington, Kentucky · $74678–$97087
- LEAD POLICE OFFICER · Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command · Minneapolis, Minnesota · $60923–$79197
- Registered Nurse - Regional Nursing Officer · Veterans Health Administration · Multiple Locations · $143988–$228000
- Probation Officer · District of Columbia Courts · District of Columbia, District of Columbia · $68405–$88926
- Supervisory Medical Administration Officer (Assistant Chief) · Veterans Health Administration · Long Beach, California · $124085–$161313
- Administrative Officer · Veterans Health Administration · Walla Walla, Washington · $89508–$116362
Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.
Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $84,590 | $111,030 | $132,960 | 4,380 |
| Massachusetts | $78,390 | $102,060 | $130,230 | 13,190 |
| New Jersey | $76,180 | $100,000 | $128,790 | 13,310 |
| California | $71,240 | $96,980 | $127,380 | 49,880 |
| Connecticut | $71,810 | $91,810 | $109,990 | 3,610 |
| Delaware | $65,520 | $91,050 | $105,800 | 2,150 |
| Vermont | $68,220 | $90,420 | $108,510 | 1,960 |
| New York | $66,670 | $90,080 | $119,430 | 23,500 |
| Washington | $74,770 | $88,790 | $116,210 | 11,130 |
| Rhode Island | $74,550 | $87,620 | $110,090 | 970 |
| Minnesota | $68,200 | $85,920 | $109,010 | 6,140 |
| Pennsylvania | $63,280 | $85,580 | $130,990 | 19,810 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Certifications people in this field hold
- WSO - Certified Governmental Safety Officer (WSO-CGSO) — World Safety Organization
- WSO - Certified Governmental Environmental Officer (WSO-CGEO) — World Safety Organization
- Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer (CUSECO) — International Trade Certification
- Certified Environmental and Safety Financial Officer (CESFO) — National Registry of Environmental Professionals
- Certified Environmental and Safety Logistics Officer (CESLO) — National Registry of Environmental Professionals
- Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer (CUSICO) — International Trade Certification
Training
Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.
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O*NET-SOC 13-1041.03 · O*NET OnLine. Pay: BLS OEWS May 2025, annual, U.S. Employment counts are national.