MSPB is an independent, quasi-judicial agency that serves as the guardian of the Federal merit systems. MSPB is seeking an attorney to serve in the Office of the Clerk of the Board and perform a range of duties related to the Board's petition for review and adjudication processes. The incumbent reports directly to the Legal Counsel for the Clerk and works with other attorneys and professionals to provide legal information, support, and review to internal and external stakeholders.

Duties

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Assists the Legal Counsel to the Clerk of the Board in making a final review of orders and decisions of the Board before they are released to the parties and the public. Provides legal advice to the Clerk of the Board regarding important procedural and operational initiatives with sensitivity and skill. Assists with sensitive and special projects related to outreach, and other matters that require sophisticated judgment and an ability to carry out assignments independently. Assists the Legal Counsel to the Clerk of the Board in reviewing and acting on various pleadings filed by parties on petition for review. Handles complex inquiries from the public and case parties about specific cases or MSPB generally received by email, telephone, or in person. May assist with a range of initiatives and processes related to the Board's adjudicatory mission, such as reviewing Federal Register notices, troubleshooting e-Appeal issues, and adjudication data inquiries. Responds to various inquiries from the MSPB's headquarters and regional offices about case-specific or general issues related to the Board's policies. Performs additional duties, as assigned at the direction of the Clerk and the Deputy Clerk of the Board in support of other programmatic responsibilities of the Office of the Clerk of the Board. Is this the job for me? This Attorney-Advisor position may be the job for you if you: are very detail and process-oriented; enjoy editing and have an appreciation for plain language; enjoy solving problems and making recommended solutions; are comfortable reviewing the work product of others and spotting issues and raising questions, as appropriate; can work both independently and with colleagues to complete assignments and improve processes; are comfortable speaking to and answering questions from case parties, members of the public, and/or representatives from courts or other agencies; are content to operate and communicate in a deferential role to other offices and entities; and are willing to work on a range of assignments and are comfortable shifting focus as office needs and agency priorities dictate. This may not be the job for you if you: prefer to mostly research and write your own work product; and/or do not like to review or edit written work drafted by others. Although experience in employment law applicable to federal employees and agencies is highly preferred, it is not required.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• May be subject to satisfactory completion of a trial period.
• Direct Deposit : Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/
• This position is designated a public trust position and is subject to satisfactory completion and favorable adjudication of initial background investigation as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

To qualify, you must be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a state, Territory, or the District of Columbia and meet the following requirements by the closing date of the announcement. GS-905-12: The first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) plus one of the following: a. Superior law student work plus one years of professional legal experience in employment law applicable to federal employees and agencies, one of which must be at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-11; or b. Two years of professional legal experience, one of which must be at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-11; or c. Second professional law degree (LL.M.) plus two years of professional legal experience in employment law applicable to federal employees and agencies, one of which must be at the level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-11. GS-905-13: The first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) plus one of the following: a. Superior law student work plus two years of professional legal experience in employment law applicable to federal employees and agencies, one of which must be at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-12; or b. Three years of professional legal experience, one of which must be at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-12; or c. Second professional law degree (LL.M.) plus two years of professional legal experience in employment law applicable to federal employees and agencies, one of which must be at the level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-12. GS-905-14: The first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) plus one of the following: a. Superior law student work plus three years of professional legal experience in employment law applicable to federal employees and agencies, one of which must be at a level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-13; or b. Four years of professional legal experience, one of which must be at level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-13; or c. Second professional law degree (LL.M.) plus three years of professional legal experience in employment law applicable to federal employees and agencies, one of which must be at the level of difficulty comparable to the GS-905-13. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in employment or labor law applicable to federal employees and agencies or other experience writing or editing the work of an independent multi-member board/commission or a neutral. ***If you are found qualified for this position, you will ONLY be considered at the grade level(s) for which you apply.***

Education

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Contacts

• Address MSPB Human Resources 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 US
• Name: Thomas Schoessler
• Phone: 612-336-3591
• Email: [email protected]