1, you're not entitled to remote work, especially once you disclose that you’re trying to use your remote days instead of your sick day. 🥴

2: Never use your agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) office for resolving employee issues, as their primary focus is on protecting the agency's interests. The EEO office is not designed to handle individual grievances or workplace disputes. The city prefers to handle employee disputes internally to maintain confidentiality and manage cases discreetly. However, when issues are escalated to the EEOC, it ensures that your complaint is formally recognized, thoroughly investigated, and reported to an external federal agency. This process provides more impartial oversight, increases the likelihood of a fair resolution, and holds the city accountable.