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The Employee Advocate Program, administrated by the EAC, assists employees in dispute resolution. The goal of the program is to come to a resolution that is beneficial to both parties. A volunteer chosen for the program must have a high degree of tact and diplomacy plus an ability to relate professionally in diverse situations and circumstances as needed.

How to obtain an Advocate's Assistance
It’s easy!  Go to the Employee Relation’s Conflict Resolution Assistance web page and all the details are explained there or just give them a call at 464-3506. 

How to become an Advocate
Employees wishing to become an Employee Advocate Volunteer may apply, and if selected, may assist follow employees in the following manner: over the phone, through email and/or in person.

Please view the Wanna' Be An Employee Advocate? flier and Employee Advocate - Functions and Responsibilities for more information. To apply please complete the Employee Advocate Application form.

Minimum requirements along with Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to become an Employee Advocate are listed below.

• Employed with Pinellas County Government for at least 5 years or comparable experience.
• Have knowledge of Pinellas County Personnel rules and procedures
• Not have an active disciplinary action in progress
• Approval/authorization of your supervisor

• Knowledge of the Pinellas County Personnel Rules
• Ability to apply PC rules to the dispute resolution process as required
• Ability to communicate with all parties involved, such as management, supervisors, Appointing Authorities, Personnel Board members and classified employees
• Ability to speak before a group
• Training and or experience in conflict resolution, grievance process, communication skills

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