Summary

This position serves as Attorney-Adviser to a Member of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

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, as amended.

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
  
  Current excepted service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens; Current Federal Employees; Veterans; Schedule A.

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Duties

As an Attorney-Adviser (Labor), GS- 0905- 11/12, your typical work assignments may include:

• Researching statutes, decisions, legislative history, and other legal authorities arising under the National Labor Relations Act or similar statutes.
• Applying applicable legal precedent to pertinent facts of a case. Analyzing the factual and legal issues presented to determine what, if any, further facts are needed and what legal precedent is applicable.
• Drafting Board memoranda, Board decisions, Board Member opinions, and Bench Memorandums.
• Orally presenting cases to the Board Members and discussing the merits and disposition of the cases.
• Determining whether proposed decisions and opinions are in conformance with applicable law, Board precedent, and the Board Member's particular views.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• This is not a remote position.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• This is an Excepted Service position.
• This position is part of the Bargaining Unit.
• Two-year trial period may be required.
• 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.
• Transcripts are required if qualifying based on education or combination of experience and education in lieu of specialized experience.
• This is a positive education position. Transcripts are required to be considered for this position.
• NLRB Attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts.
• Selectee may be subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
• This is a SHARED ANNOUNCEMENT. Applications for this announcement may be shared with multiple Board Offices.
• Must submit a complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Qualifications

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT

The Ideal Candidate for the Attorney-Adviser (Labor) GS-11/12 position has expertise and knowledge in traditional labor law. The candidate should have experience providing legal analysis and advice, as well as drafting decisions for approval by superiors. Exemplary legal research and outstanding written and oral communications skills are vital. Prior experience in a judicial clerkship is deemed valuable.

BASIC REQUIREMENT

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.).

In addition to the BASIC REQUIREMENT, applicants must also meet the following:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications for GS-11

To qualify for this position, applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-09 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Attorney-Adviser (Labor) at the GS-11 grade level.

Specialized experience includes:

• Experience working with federal or state labor, employment, or administrative law, or taking similar courses in law school; and
• Assisting with researching statutes, decisions, opinions, or legislative history to ensure the appropriate use of legal authorities; and
• Assisting with drafting legal memoranda.

OR

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or possession of a LL.M. degree, if related. Graduate level education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of the position.

OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.

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-12

To qualify for this position, applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the Attorney-Adviser (Labor) at the GS-12 grade level.

Specialized experience includes:

• Experience working with federal or state labor, employment, or administrative law; and
• Experience researching statutes, decisions, opinions, or legislative history to ensure the appropriate use of legal authorities; and
• Experience drafting legal memoranda and orally discussing recommended disposition of cases.

Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.

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.

*NOTE*

All 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). 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.

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 U.S. Constitution. Your active Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing.

Education

Applicants 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.).

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. (Note: If you are selected for this position based on education, an official transcript will be required, prior to your first day.) 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 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.

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, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sex orientation), age, disability, genetic information, political affiliations, or any other non-merit factor. 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.)

ALTERNATE APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants may contact the Office of Human Resources at Employment.Solutions@nlrb.gov.

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.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your response on the assessment questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job.

If minimum qualifications are met, we will evaluate your application package, to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and/or education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.

You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, withdrawing an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.

You will be further evaluated on the following Competencies required for the position:

• Decision Making
• Legal, Government and Jurisprudence
• Oral Communication
• Reasoning
• Written Communication

When the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documents will be conducted by Rating and Ranking Panel Members to determine qualified applications. Your application will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified.

1. Best Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF) and appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) as determined by the job analysis.

2. Well Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.

3. Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.

Applicants deemed Best Qualified may be referred to the Selecting Official. All applicants will receive notification when a final selection has been made.

To preview the assessment questionnaire, please click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12366593

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  In addition to your responses to the assessment questionnaire, you must submit the following additional documents specific for this vacancy:
  
  Resume
  
  Your resume must describe your job-related experiences and will be used to verify your qualifications. Therefore, it is important that the information be relevant, detailed where appropriate, and addresses the competencies for this position. Your resume must contain the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present) to include the hours worked per week (i.e., 40 hours full-time per week). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position.If your resume consists of more than 5 pages, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
  
  Proof of Bar Certification
  
  A copy of your Bar License that certifies you are an active member of the Bar in good standing of any state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any Territorial Court under the U.S. Constitution. Your active Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing. An Agency's Internal or a Self-Certification Form is not acceptable for verification.
  
  Transcript
  
  An unofficial copy of your transcripts is sufficient for this application package. The unofficial transcripts must be verifiable; contain the name of the institution, applicant's name, list of completed courses (with grades), semester hours, and GPA. If the position has a positive education requirement (i.e., LL. B or J.D.), as indicated under the "Education" section, the unofficial transcripts must show type of degree and degree date received (conferred). In lieu of unofficial transcripts, a verification of enrollment letter is also sufficient; however, all required information listed above for the unofficial transcript must be included in the verification letter, including type of degree and degree date received (conferred) if applicable. If selected, an official copy of the transcripts is required and must be received before employment. Current NLRB Attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts.
  
  Other documents (if applicable). For more information, please click on the applicable link:
  
  Most Recent Performance Appraisal (Current Federal Employee)
  
  If performance appraisal is not dated with the last 18 months, or if you are unable to provide a performance appraisal, an explanation of why must be provided. Please include a document in your application package explaining why the performance appraisal is not available.
  
  Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) (Current or Previous Federal Employee)
  
  Most recent SF-50 showing your current grade and tenure (you may be removed from consideration if not submitted). An SF-50 showing highest (permanent) grade ever held, if different from your current grade. (NOTE: Performance Award, Realignment/Reassignment, Name Change and Detail SF-50s will not be accepted as proof of grade and tenure.) If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide an SF-50 or SF-50s which show the length of time in the current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with dates that show proof of you holding the grade for at least a year) to support meeting time-in-grade requirements. As an employee in the Excepted Service, 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.
  
  Individuals with Disabilities: Disability Letter
  
  Veterans: DD-214 (member copy-4)
  
  Disabled Veterans: DD-214, SF-15 and VA letter dated 1991 or later (indicating % disability)
  
  Certain Military Spouses: Copy of service member's PCS order authorizing the spouse to accompany the service member AND Proof of marriage to the service member; OR Proof the service member was released or discharged from active duty due to a service-connected disability AND documentation of the service member's 100% disability AND proof of marriage to the service member; OR Proof of the service member's death while on active duty AND proof of marriage to the service member.
  
  Family Member Preference (Derived Preference)
  
  Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USAJOBS does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.
  
  All materials must be received by 11:59pm EST on 05/29/2024 to be considered for this announcement.
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
  
  • Resume; and
  • Assessment Questionnaire; and
  • Any other documents needed to verify your qualifications or eligibility (see the required documents section).
  
  Please follow the instructions listed below for submitting your complete application package. Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all instructions before you begin.
  
  To begin the process, click the APPLY ONLINE button at the right side of this screen to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the SUBMIT MY ANSWERS button at the end of the process.
  
  If you have never applied through USAJOBS for a position with the Federal Civil Service, you will need to create a USAJOBS account.
  
  To change or update your application, simply reapply through My USAJOBS, before the closing date. New or updated resumes are considered "incomplete" applications until the required virus scan is cleared.
  
  To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  
  
  National Labor Relations Board
  
  Email
  
  employment.solutions@nlrb.gov
  
  Address
  
  THE BOARD STAFF
  
  1015 Half St SE
  
  Washington, DC 20570-0051
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once a review of your resume and required documents have been completed, you will be notified of your application status.
  
  Applicants will be initially reviewed for Minimum Qualifications determinations. All qualified applicants will then be screened by the Rating and Ranking panel members and placed into one of three categories: Best-Qualified, Well-Qualified, and Qualified. Applicants that meet the Well-Qualified category or higher may be referred to the Selecting Official for further consideration.
  
  If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Applicants will receive notification when a final selection has been made.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

In addition to your responses to the assessment questionnaire, you must submit the following additional documents specific for this vacancy:

Resume

Your resume must describe your job-related experiences and will be used to verify your qualifications. Therefore, it is important that the information be relevant, detailed where appropriate, and addresses the competencies for this position. Your resume must contain the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present) to include the hours worked per week (i.e., 40 hours full-time per week). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position.If your resume consists of more than 5 pages, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

Proof of Bar Certification

A copy of your Bar License that certifies you are an active member of the Bar in good standing of any state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any Territorial Court under the U.S. Constitution. Your active Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing. An Agency's Internal or a Self-Certification Form is not acceptable for verification.

Transcript

An unofficial copy of your transcripts is sufficient for this application package. The unofficial transcripts must be verifiable; contain the name of the institution, applicant's name, list of completed courses (with grades), semester hours, and GPA. If the position has a positive education requirement (i.e., LL. B or J.D.), as indicated under the "Education" section, the unofficial transcripts must show type of degree and degree date received (conferred). In lieu of unofficial transcripts, a verification of enrollment letter is also sufficient; however, all required information listed above for the unofficial transcript must be included in the verification letter, including type of degree and degree date received (conferred) if applicable. If selected, an official copy of the transcripts is required and must be received before employment. Current NLRB Attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts.

Other documents (if applicable). For more information, please click on the applicable link:

Most Recent Performance Appraisal (Current Federal Employee)

If performance appraisal is not dated with the last 18 months, or if you are unable to provide a performance appraisal, an explanation of why must be provided. Please include a document in your application package explaining why the performance appraisal is not available.

Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) (Current or Previous Federal Employee)

Most recent SF-50 showing your current grade and tenure (you may be removed from consideration if not submitted). An SF-50 showing highest (permanent) grade ever held, if different from your current grade. (NOTE: Performance Award, Realignment/Reassignment, Name Change and Detail SF-50s will not be accepted as proof of grade and tenure.) If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide an SF-50 or SF-50s which show the length of time in the current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with dates that show proof of you holding the grade for at least a year) to support meeting time-in-grade requirements. As an employee in the Excepted Service, 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.

Individuals with Disabilities: Disability Letter

Veterans: DD-214 (member copy-4)

Disabled Veterans: DD-214, SF-15 and VA letter dated 1991 or later (indicating % disability)

Certain Military Spouses: Copy of service member's PCS order authorizing the spouse to accompany the service member AND Proof of marriage to the service member; OR Proof the service member was released or discharged from active duty due to a service-connected disability AND documentation of the service member's 100% disability AND proof of marriage to the service member; OR Proof of the service member's death while on active duty AND proof of marriage to the service member.

Family Member Preference (Derived Preference)

Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USAJOBS does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.

All materials must be received by 11:59pm EST on 05/29/2024 to be considered for this announcement.


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:

• Resume; and
• Assessment Questionnaire; and
• Any other documents needed to verify your qualifications or eligibility (see the required documents section).

Please follow the instructions listed below for submitting your complete application package. Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all instructions before you begin.

To begin the process, click the APPLY ONLINE button at the right side of this screen to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the SUBMIT MY ANSWERS button at the end of the process.

If you have never applied through USAJOBS for a position with the Federal Civil Service, you will need to create a USAJOBS account.

To change or update your application, simply reapply through My USAJOBS, before the closing date. New or updated resumes are considered "incomplete" applications until the required virus scan is cleared.

To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

Agency contact information



National Labor Relations Board

Email

employment.solutions@nlrb.gov

Address

THE BOARD STAFF

1015 Half St SE

Washington, DC 20570-0051

US

Next steps

Once a review of your resume and required documents have been completed, you will be notified of your application status.

Applicants will be initially reviewed for Minimum Qualifications determinations. All qualified applicants will then be screened by the Rating and Ranking panel members and placed into one of three categories: Best-Qualified, Well-Qualified, and Qualified. Applicants that meet the Well-Qualified category or higher may be referred to the Selecting Official for further consideration.

If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Applicants will receive notification when a final selection has been made.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Criminal history inquiries
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request