This position is located in the Office of Representation Appeals, which reports to the office of the Board's Chairman. The Board is responsible for the adjudication of unfair labor practice cases and representation cases arising under the provisions of the National Labor Relations Act of 1935 (Act), as amended. The incumbent of this position serves as senior counsel in the Office of Representation Appeals.

Duties

As a Attorney-Adviser (Labor) GS-0905-13/14, your typical work assignments may include: Recommending cases in which oral argument by parties before the Board, should be granted and provide special advisory assistance to the Board Members in preparation for such hearings, and attending oral arguments when directed. Preparing a "bench memorandum" setting forth the contested issues the Board must decide and the Region's disposition of these issues, the parties' arguments, and counsel's recommendations as to how the Board should resolve each contested issue. Making oral presentation of cases to a panel of three Board Members, the full Board, or with individual Board Members, and participating in discussions on the merits and proposed disposition of cases. Researching statutes, decisions, opinions, legislative history, and other legal authorities on the points of law involved and the application of such findings to the case at hand. Studying formal trial or hearing record, including complete transcripts of testimony and exhibits, together with the Hearing Officer's or the Regional Director's; decision and appeals and briefs of counsel filed subsequent thereto.

Requirements

• U. S. Citizenship Required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• May be subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• This position is in the Excepted Service.
• This is a Bargaining Unit position.
• AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
• First Area of Consideration - All unit employees employed on the Board-side of the Agency
• Second Area of Consideration - All Agency employees
• 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.
• NLRB Attorneys may not be required to submit a copy of their transcripts. NLRB employees within 3 years from receiving their Juris Doctorate Degree, must provide a transcript with their application package.
• Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
• This is not a remote position.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements specified in the announcement must be met. Ideal Candidate Statement The ideal candidate for the Attorney-Adviser (Labor) position has senior-level expertise and knowledge in traditional labor law (familiarity with representation case-law, in particular, is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate should demonstrate an ability to provide expert advice on complicated matters. The ideal candidate should have outstanding oral communication skills and a commitment to public service are vital. Prior experience in a judicial clerkship or similar position is valuable but not required. 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 provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of an Attorney-Adviser (Labor) at the GS-13 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience reviewing and recommending disposition of cases that require individual expert level handling; and Experience participating in special research and study projects that contribute to the organization's decision on significant cases; and Experience providing recommendations to policies, regulations, procedures, and proposed legislation that affects the organizations functions. 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 provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of an Attorney-Adviser (Labor) at the GS-14 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience analyzing disposition of cases that require individual expert and/or highly expeditious handling; and Experience performing special research and study projects which serve as a basis for the organizational Members' and their decision on significant precedent cases; and Experience providing changes to the organizations policies, regulations, and procedures. 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: All Agency employees 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). As a current NLRB excepted service employee, 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 BOARD STAFF OFF OF REPRESENTATION 1015 Half St SE Washington, DC 20570-0001 US
• Name: National Labor Relations Board
• Email: [email protected]