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Special Emphasis Programs

Background
Special Emphasis Programs (SEPs) were established by the Federal government to enhance opportunities for minorities, women, and people with disabilities in employment areas. The SEPs include: the Federal Women’s Program; the Hispanic Employment Program, the Black Employment Program, the Native American Employment Program, the Persons with Disabilities Employment Program, and the Asian/Pacific Islander Employment Program. The EMCBC also plans to establish a Veterans Group to support the employment of veterans, including disabled veterans.

Roles of Special Emphasis Program Managers

• Manage SEPs in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and orders and directives under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director, Office of EEO/Diversity;
• Identify barriers to the employment and advancement of women, minorities, person with disabilities, and veterans;
• Recommend appropriate actions to eliminate under-representation and remove barriers to the employment and advancement of EEO groups; and
• Promote employee awareness of EEO principles and goals by developing special activities and programs.

 

SEPM Contact	Program	Email Address	Phone Number
Sonya Smith	Federal Women's Program	sonya.smith@emcbc.doe.gov	513-246-0556
Carin Boyd	Black Employment Program	carin.boyd@emcbc.doe.gov	513-246-0570
Wilmari Delgado	Hispanic Employment Program	wilmari.delgado@emcbc.doe.gov	513-246-0566
Kaniah Konkoly-Thege	Native American Employment Program	kaniah.konkoly-thege@emcbc.doe.gov	513-246-0572
Lynette Chafin	Veteran's Employment Program	lynette.chafin@emcbc.doe.gov	513-246-0461
Betsy Volk	Persons with Disabilities Program	betsy.volk@emcbc.doe.gov	513-246-0581
Linda Underwood	Asian / Pacific Islander Employment Program	linda.underwood@emcbc.doe.gov	513-246-0518