This position is located in a Regional, Subregional or Resident Office (Field Office) of the National Labor Relations Board. The position has responsibility for all the legal work of the Regional Office and is responsible for the overall planning, direction, and control activities concerning the investigation, processing, and ultimate disposition of unfair labor practice charges filed in the office.

Duties

As a Supervisory General Attorney (Labor) (Regional Attorney) GS-0905-15, your typical work assignments may include: Using technical supervision and expert knowledge under the provisions of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA); recommending institution of formal action in cases with merit where settlements have not been secured; and providing counsel and opinion on the legal aspects of cases in connection with the administration, interpretation, and enforcement of the NLRA. Managing litigation within the Regional Office including relaying litigation strategy to attorneys involved in administrative proceedings before the NLRB and injunction and subpoena enforcement cases in the U.S. District Courts and bankruptcy court. Conferring with supervisors on the assignment of cases to the respective case handling groups, maintaining continuous contact with supervisors and individual field attorneys and examiners to whom cases have been assigned, to ensure cases are being processed expeditiously and efficiently. Participating where advisable with the supervisors and individual attorneys and examiners in settlement and related conference with parties to ULP and representation cases to facilitate resolutions, stipulations, or other measures to effectuate or otherwise bring parties into compliance with the Act, to assist in obtaining withdrawal of charges in cases where the evidence clearly fails to establish a violation, to secure cooperation in investigation and other procedures and in connection with various problems arising in adjustments and settlements. Overseeing the legal aspects of all cases within the Regional Office to include the preparation and issuance of the complaint and notice of hearing, the preparation for trial and trial of such cases before Administrative Law Judges of the Board.

Requirements

• This is not a remote (virtual) position.
• U. S. Citizenship Required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• This position is in the Excepted Service.
• This position is not part of the Bargaining Unit.
• 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 verification.
• This is a positive education position. Current NLRB attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, if attorneys are within 3 years from receiving their JD, a transcript must be provided with their application package.
• A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required.
• Salary range listed is base. Locality salary to be determined after selection.
• May be subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate for the Supervisory General Attorney (Labor) (Regional Attorney) position possesses expertise and knowledge in traditional labor law and related litigation. The candidate demonstrates an ability to provide expert legal analysis, advice, and litigation strategy in an efficient manner regarding complex and difficult legal questions and factual issues. The candidate has experience supervising Regional legal staff to ensure adherence to Agency policies and procedures and reviewing reports and case files to determine that Regional staff are properly investigating cases, preparing the proper legal analysis, making appropriate recommendations for action or disposition, analyzing settlement agreements and withdrawal requests, and ensuring appropriate standards are met and that policies of the NLRA have been effectuated. Experience performing personnel management functions and knowledge of and conformity with Agency administrative personnel regulations and policies is desired. BASIC REQUIREMENTS Education 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 J.D.). 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 U.S. Constitution. Your active Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing. Agency Internal Self-Certification Forms are not acceptable for verification. In addition to the BASIC REQUIREMENTS, applicants must also meet the following: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To be qualified for this position, applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Supervisory General-Attorney (Labor) (Regional Attorney) at the GS-15 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Providing opinion and counsel on cases determined to have merit under the provision of the NLRA and litigated before a court or administrative judge; and Providing guidance and/or oversee the preparation of cases for trials including making recommendation for contempt; and Engaging in research and legal analysis of complaints, briefs, evidence, and other legal documents of complex and/or unique cases to support response to difficult legal questions and factual issues. 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. For more detailed information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website here. NOTE: Applicants must provide a copy of their SF-50 "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and type of service (Excepted). You may determine your status by checking block 24 on your SF-50. The block must reflect "1" or "2". Also, block 34 must reflect "2". A copy of your SF-50 must be provided for verification. 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

An applicant 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).

(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.

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 OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT 1015 Half St SE Washington, DC 20570-0001 US
• Name: National Labor Relations Board
• Email: [email protected]