Summary This position is located in a Regional, Subregional or Resident Office of the National Labor Relations Board. The incumbent serves as an Officer-In-Charge assigned oversight of a Subregional office and exercises administrative and technical supervision over assigned personnel engaged in the following: investigating and negotiating settlements and recommending institution of formal action in cases, and providing counsel and opinion on the legal aspect of cases. Responsibilities As a Supervisory General Attorney (Labor) (Officer-In-Charge), GS-0905-15, your typical work assignments may include: Engaging in and/or advising on extensive analysis regarding complex and difficult legal questions based on factual issues and recommending course of action of each case, including case determinations and dispositions. Overseeing staff who investigate and negotiate voluntary settlements in assigned cases which have been filed in a Field Office under the provisions of the National Labor Relations Act and recommending institution of formal action in cases with merit where settlements have not been secured. Providing counsel and opinion on the legal aspect of cases in connection with the enforcement of the NLRA. Litigating injunction cases in the U.S. District Courts; appearing in bankruptcy court; handling ancillary litigation; and serving as a Hearing Officer in representation proceedings and hearings under Section 10(k) of the Act. Determining the priorities in case-handling to maintain adherence to statutory and regulatory deadlines to provide the most effective service possible to the public. 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 General Attorney (Labor) (Officer-In-Charge) demonstrates knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) as well as how the Agency investigates and prosecutes unfair labor practice charges and the handling of representation cases. The candidate also demonstrates competence in managing the administration of Field Office operations or comparable experience, including personnel matters and discussions with represented Agency employees. The ideal candidate is authentic, team-oriented and a problem-solver who takes pride in personal performance while delivering results along the way and inspiring staff to do the same. 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.). Law school transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Bar Membership and Certification: Must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. 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 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 a Supervisory General Attorney (Labor) (Officer-In-Charge) at the GS-15 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience coordinating, planning and monitoring the legal activities, and caseload of an office to ensure appropriate resources are assigned, priorities are established, and overall goals are met; and Experience providing expert opinion and counsel on cases determined to have merit under the NLRA; and Experience providing guidance and/or overseeing the preparation of cases for trials; 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 specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. (NOTE: All current or former Federal 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 or former Federal 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 a "2"). 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 This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement. You must meet all qualification requirements. 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 this criteria, see www.ed.gov. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. 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, visit Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education. 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 Appointment or Reassignment. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. TRIAL PERIOD As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct; and The needs and interests of the agency; and Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. ALTERNATE APPLICANT 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, Employee Assistance Program, and the Childcare 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.
