Summary This position is in a Regional, Subregional or Resident Office of the National Labor Relations Board. This is a developmental position leading to the full performance grade of GS-0244-15. The incumbent performs developmental assignments intended to broaden knowledge and skills to reach the full performance grade level. Responsibilities As a Supervisory Labor Relations Management Examiner (Assistant Regional Director) GS-0244-14, your typical work assignments may include: Supervising and coordinates, through Supervisory Attorneys and/or Supervisory Labor Management Relations Examiners the investigation, analysis and initial resolution of all unfair labor practice charges and representation petitions filed in the Regional Office; assigning cases for investigation and analysis, taking into consideration the complexity of cases, priority handling required, workload of the group, and related factors; and ensuring that cases are processed expeditiously, that quality standards are uniformly maintained, and time targets are met or that there are valid reasons for any delays. Participating in the decision-making process of cases within the Regional Offices. Participating with the supervisor and individual Field Attorney or Labor Relations Investigators in conferences with parties to cases in the attempt to obtain voluntary settlement of issues, or to obtain withdrawal of charges or petitions; facilitating voluntary disposition due to expert knowledge of labor management relations within the Regional Office. Conferring with supervisors and individual Labor Relations Investigators and Field Attorneys on problems requiring assistance in resolving questions of fact, proof, jurisdiction, law or Board practice, procedure, or precedent, or in planning the investigation, processing, or disposition of difficult cases. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 Labor Management Relations Examiner (Assistant Regional Director) position demonstrates knowledge of the NLRA as well as how the Agency investigates and ascertains merit in unfair labor practice charges and the handling of representation cases. The candidate also demonstrates competence in managing the administration of field office operations or demonstrates other comparable experience, including managing cases and providing input on personnel matters and discussions with represented Agency employees. The ideal candidate is detailed, and task orientated and a problem-solver who takes pride in personal performance while delivering results along the way and inspiring staff to do the same. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 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 a Supervisory Labor Management Relations Examiner (Assistant Regional Director) at the GS-14 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience advising on labor-management relations and collective bargaining matters or concerns, or other comparable experience; and Experience assisting in addressing matters in the field of labor-management relations, or other comparable experience; and Experience assisting in conducting investigations or researching labor matters (e.g., economics, management relations matters for labor unions, newspapers, journals, foundations, commercial or industrial enterprises, or Federal, State, or municipal agencies). This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS All current and former Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year of experience at the GS-13 or equivalent grade level of the federal service, is required to qualify for this position. (NOTE: All Agency employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure code (1 or 2), and @type of service (Competitive). As an employee, you may determine your current status by checking block 24 on your SF-50. Block 24 must reflect "1" or "2". Also, block 34 must reflect "1". 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 There is no substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional Information SUPPLEMENTARY VACANCIES Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The National Labor Relations Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition. Applicants with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Agency's Selective Placement Coordinator by email here. NLRB offers a wide array of reasonable accommodations and programs for individuals with disabilities. (Note: for additional information for job seekers with disabilities, please click on the following website here.) PLACEMENT POLICY The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by Promotion or Reassignment. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. ALTERNATE APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants may contact the Office of Human Resources. The National Labor Relations Board offers career opportunities that feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that include Work/Life Balance Programs (Alternative Work Schedules, Telework, Employee Assistance Program, and the Child Care Subsidy Program), the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, and the Transit Benefit Program.
