This General Attorney (Labor) position is in the Contempt, Compliance, and Special Litigation Branch of the Division of Legal Counsel. This Branch conducts civil contempt litigation in the U.S. Courts of Appeals to coerce compliance with judgments enforcing orders of the Board and assist the Regions in their compliance work. The Branch also defends the Agency when programs, statutes, or outside proceedings threaten the Agency's ability to carry out its mission.

Duties

As a General Attorney (Labor) GS-0905-13/14, your typical work assignments may include: Serving as expert regarding the interpretation and application of laws including one or more of the following: the National Labor Relations Act, the Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the Federal Rules Appellate Procedure and/or the Administrative Procedure Act. Possible experience working with the Federal Debt Collection Procedures Act, the Equal Access to Justice Act, the Freedom of Information Act, the Privacy Act, and/or the Right to Financial Privacy Act. Negotiating with parties to determine if compliance litigation is necessary. Confers with and advises supervisors as to the merits of a case. Interviews witnesses, takes depositions, and delivers oral arguments during trials and hearings. Exercising independent judgment to advise on determining the best course of action in responding to lawsuits challenging Agency action, or to questions or circumstances that arise during discovery, oral arguments, and evidentiary hearings. Analyzes submissions from Regional Offices to determine if contempt proceedings are appropriate. Recommends appropriate courses of action regarding matters which may require litigation or in the event of adverse decisions. Conferring and advises upper management on the merit of cases and on legal and policy issues; and recommends the course of action when necessary. Preparing necessary pleadings, motions, briefs, depositions, affidavits, proposed orders, recommendations, replies, responses, and legal memoranda. Corresponds with courts, parties, their counsel, and Regional Offices. Drafts and edits case-handling guidance for the Agency on behalf of the Branch and in conjunction with other Agency offices.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• May be subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• This position is part of a bargaining unit.
• A two-year trial period may be required.
• 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.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This is not a remote position.
• This is a positive education position. Transcripts are required to be considered for this position.
• Current NLRB Attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts.
• This is an Excepted Service position.
• 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) position will have experience providing advice and assistance regarding NLRA matters, as well as effectively managing complex legal matters involving other statutes. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills to interact with colleagues and senior level management are desired. Superior legal research, writing, and analytical skills are preferred. Basic Requirements 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). Bar Membership and 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. An Agency's Internal or Self-Certification Form is not acceptable for verification. In addition to the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also meet the following: Minimum Qualifications for GS-13 Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a General Attorney (Labor) at the GS-13 level. Specialized experience includes: Experience litigating unfair labor practice and/or federal court proceedings; and Experience conducting extensive legal research and analysis to prepare legal strategies; and Experience providing guidance regarding the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the Bankruptcy Code, the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and/or the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. 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. Minimum Qualifications for GS-14 Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a General Attorney (Labor) at the GS-14 level. Specialized experience includes: Experience conducting discovery - to include the taking of depositions, interviewing witnesses, and preparing for and conducting trials or filing dispositive motions; and Experience providing recommendations for disposition of cases involving legal questions and/or factual issues; and Experience providing extensive and expert guidance regarding the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the Bankruptcy Code, the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and/or the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure. 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: 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.)

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.

(Note: If you are selected for this position based on education, an official transcript will be required, prior to your first day.) 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 CONTEMPT, COMPLIANCE & SPEC LIT B 1015 Half St SE Washington, DC 20570-0001 US
• Name: National Labor Relations Board
• Email: [email protected]