Summary This position is located in the Appellate and Supreme Court Litigation Branch of the Division of Enforcement Litigation. The Branch conducts the litigation in the U.S. Court of Appeals involving the enforcement or review of Board Orders. The incumbent serves as a General Attorney (Labor) working under the supervision of the Branch Chief or a Supervisory Attorney, preparing assigned cases involving enforcement litigation in the U.S. Court of Appeals, and litigation in the U.S. Supreme Court. Responsibilities As a General Attorney (Labor) (Appellate Litigation Attorney), GS-0905-14, your typical work assignments may include: Analyzing the entire record including the proceedings, exhibits, the Administrative Law Judge's decision, and the Board's decision and order. Conducting extensive legal research and investigating the facts as well as the laws, regulations and legal precedents. Preparing briefs containing a concise statement of the facts of the case and the presentation of the legal argument, including requisite citation of authority, in the manner deemed most likely to persuade the Court to sustain the Board's position. Representing the Board and presenting oral arguments in the Court of Appeals in assigned cases. Analyzing applicable law and facts in order to develop sound rationales for the disposition of the most difficult and novel questions of law, policy, and procedures that arise in the enforcement of the Act. Independently analyzing cases to determine if opposing briefs need to be filed or if a rehearing by the Supreme Court is needed. 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 General Attorney (Labor) will have working knowledge in traditional labor or employment law. The candidate has demonstrated an ability to provide expert legal analysis and advocacy in an efficient manner on complicated matters. The candidate has experience drafting complex legal arguments and has exemplary legal research and written and oral communications skills. BASIC REQUIREMENT 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 REQUIREMENT, applicants must also meet the following: 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 General Attorney (Labor) (Appellate Litigation Attorney) at the GS-14 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience independently working with federal labor law (e.g., the National Labor Relations Act, the Federal Labor Relations Act, or Equal Employment Opportunity statutes) or state labor laws to provide guidance and recommendations on case law; and Experience independently researching statutes, decisions, opinions, or legislative history to ensure the appropriate use of legal authorities; and Experience independently drafting legal memoranda or briefs; and Experience independently presenting oral arguments or making other oral presentations recommending disposition of cases. 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: 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 ACCOMODATION 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 and 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 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.
