This position serves as a General Attorney (Labor) (Field Attorney) in San Juan, Puerto Rico reporting to Regional Office 12, Tampa, Florida of the National Labor Relations Board. The Field Offices represent the actual operating arm of the Agency, the means through which both the Board and the General Counsel reach the public. This position is responsible for investigating and handling representation cases (R cases) of varying complexity and a variety of unfair labor practice cases (C cases).

Duties

As a General Attorney (Labor) (Field Attorney) GS-0905-13, typical work assignments may include: Preparation of detailed factual and legal reports and analyses involving factual and legal questions, conflicting legal precedents, controversial areas of labor relations, or other factors rendering resolution of difficult or sensitive cases. Conducting federal court litigation involving injunctions under provisions of the National Labor Relations Act, as amended, and related proceedings involving the Board and its agents in the United States District Courts, civil in the United States District Courts and Courts of Appeals, subpoena enforcement proceedings, claims in bankruptcy proceedings, and other litigation in support of the Agency's compliance program. Litigating unfair labor practice cases before Administrative Law Judges - to include examining and cross-examining witnesses, introducing evidence and exhibits, lodging appropriate objections, and arguing motions made by the parties, prepares post-hearing briefs or presents a closing oral argument to the Administrative Law Judge. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• This is a Bargaining Unit Position.
• May be subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• Active Bar license is required for verification. Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing. A Self-Certification Form is not acceptable for verification.
• This is a positive education position. Transcripts are required to be considered for this position. (NLRB employees within 3 years from receiving their juris doctorate degree, must provide a transcript with their application package.)
• This position is in the Excepted Service.
• Two-year trial period may be required.
• This position is part of the Bargaining Unit.
• Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements specified in the announcement must be met. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate for the General Attorney (Labor) (Field Attorney) will have experience preparing legal documents, including memoranda, motions or briefs and presenting arguments or making presentations on factual and legal issues. Knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act or similar related statues is preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with witnesses, opposing counsel, colleagues and senior level management; and strong research and analytical skills are desired. REQUIREMENTS Education: Applicants must have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LL. B or JD). Bar Membership/Certification: Applicants must be an active member of the Bar in good standing of any state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any Territorial court under the US constitution. Your active BAR license must reference BAR number and indicate the status of good standing. Agency's Internal Self-Certification Forms are not acceptable for verification. In addition to the above REQUIREMENTS, applicants must also meet one of the following: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-12 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a General Attorney (Labor) (Field Attorney) at the GS-13 level. Specialized experience includes: Experience conducting legal research to find support for a legal issue or decision; Experience working with labor, employment, or administrative laws or similarly federal statutory to render resolutions in cases; and Experience writing briefs, decisions and/or other documents to gather all facts or statements and/or information pertaining to a lawsuit or legal issue. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. OR EDUCATION Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or possession of a LL.M. degree, if related. Graduate level education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of the position. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. For more detailed information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website here. NOTE Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Applicants must have successfully completed a full course of study in an accredited law school by the ABA and have their JD or LLB.

(NOTE: Current NLRB Attorneys may not be required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, NLRB employees within 3 years from receiving their juris doctorate degree, must provide a transcript with their application package.)

Education must be accredited by an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement). You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Applicants can verify accreditation here.

All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.

You must meet all qualification requirements. (Required - if applicable) All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet these criteria, please click here.

All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in accredited U.S. education programs; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

For further information regarding Foreign Education, please click here.

Contacts

• Address DIV OF OPER MGT REG 12 SR 24 PUER 525 FD Roosevelt Avenue San Juan, PR 00918-1002 US
• Name: National Labor Relations Board
• Email: [email protected]