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Duties

As a Mediator you will be responsible for promoting the development of sound and stable labor-management relationships by advocating the practice of collective bargaining, mediation and arbitration. You will also be responsible for fostering the establishment and maintenance of constructive joint processes to improve labor-management relationships and preventing or minimizing work stoppages through the use of mediation, relationship development training and other joint processes. Mediators also provide a wide range of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services to help government entities reduce litigation costs, including mediation of discrimination and other claims, workplace conflict management training, facilitation, systems design and negotiated rulemaking. Additional duties for the incumbent include:

Mediating labor-management disputes involving initial or successor collective bargaining agreements in situations which range from a moderate degree of difficulty to those which are highly complex due to their economic impact, the number and difficulty of issues involved, the existence of an actual work stoppage or the imminent threat of one, and/or a history of difficult labor-management relations.
Performing research necessary to understand the dispute, the industry or field involved, the labor relations history of the parties and all other pertinent facts or background information. Works with parties to develop an understanding of the issues involved, as well as their interests and positions. Utilizing factual information and analysis of the overall situation, as well as knowledge of the mediation process and techniques, to determine the action or approach to be taken. Assisting parties in dealing with the media on sensitive matters of public concern.
Identifying opportunities and responding to requests to mediate significant grievances arising during the term of a collective bargaining agreement. Helping parties resolve disputes that might otherwise present obstacles in future rounds of collective bargaining. Improving labor-management relationships through the process of resolving significant and/or backlogged grievances.
Providing relationship development training (RDT) designed to help labor and management jointly improve their working relationship and the overall day-to-day labor-management relations climate. Assessing relationship and works with parties to develop and deliver customized training programs designed to enhance efficiency, productivity and job security. Utilizing a variety of program delivery methods, including live and/or web-based online collaborative processes where appropriate.
Mediating and/or facilitating a variety of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) matters for government entities, including discrimination claims, other workplace conflicts, regulatory compliance, regulatory negotiations, multi-party conflicts and other disputes which are of a particularly unique, difficult, or complex nature. Identifying potential customers and negotiates reimbursable agreements in coordination with supervisor.
Engaging in education, outreach and advocacy activities to increase awareness of FMCS conflict resolution services and programs. Utilizing creative approaches to identify and/or create opportunities to inform public about FMCS dispute resolution services.
In all service delivery areas, utilizing current and creative means and approaches to help parties resolve disputes and manage conflict; maintaining current knowledge and awareness of major developments in field of labor-management relations, ADR and conflict management, generally; keeping apprised of developments involving specific industries, occupations, and bargaining issues, as well as new techniques and theories involving ADR; collaborating with managers and mediators to develop new and innovative approaches.
Utilizing technology resources to accomplish the administrative and service delivery functions of the position. As the resources develop, utilizing new technologies and electronic communications platforms to creatively and efficiently accomplish the work, including, but not limited to, researching, scheduling meetings and conferences, training and delivering certain services using the newest software and web-based platforms. In the format established by the Service, mediators are responsible for making factual and timely reports regarding collective bargaining mediation, grievance mediation, relationship development training, alternative dispute resolution services and education, advocacy and outreach activities.

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Conditions of employment

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Selectee must meet/maintain suitability and security requirements
Selectee will be required to successfully complete a probationary period
Employment is contingent on 'Conditions of Employment'

Qualifications

In order to be found qualified for the GS-13 Mediator position with FMCS; your resume must clearly reflect your full-time collective bargaining process experience. This experience can be gained by having served as the Chief/Lead Spokesperson/Second Chair/Benefits Expert (representing labor or management) in the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements or while serving as a Mediator or Facilitator with parties engaged in the collective bargaining processes.

In addition to the qualifications listed above; your resume should indicate your level of specialized experience to include: years of experience, breadth of responsibilities, complexity of bargaining matters, overall impact of bargaining on parties and the community, utilization of varied bargaining processes, substantial knowledge of contract language, familiarity with a broad scope of subjects, experience in numerous and diverse bargaining circumstances, and knowledge of joint processes to improve labor-management relationships

Part-time or unpaid experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment.

Qualifications must be met by the Closing Date: You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 11:59pm EST on the closing date of this announcement.

Mediator positions with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) are in the Excepted Service, therefore, there is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to mediator appointments. FMCS, however, considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in the Mediator hiring process. If you are eligible for veterans' preference in hiring, you are encouraged to include that information in your application along with supporting documentation, e.g., SF-15, DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other supporting documentation.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Additional information

MEDIATOR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Being assigned to a probationary (trial) period of up to two (2) years
Living within the commuting distance of 35 miles from the St. Louis Field Office located at 12140 Woodcrest Executive Dr., St. Louis (Creve Coeur), MO 63141 (as designated by the hiring Regional Director)
Possessing and maintaining a valid and current driver's license
Working a non-standard work schedule
Accepting duty station assignments as determined by FMCS and accepting subsequent reassignments made for the good of FMCS

PROMOTION POTENTIAL TO GS-0241-14:
After successfully serving for a period of two years at the GS-0241-13 level; you will become eligible for consideration for promotion to the GS-0241-14.

AGENCY POLICIES:

Announcement: This announcement may be used to hire more than one candidate for this location.

Direct Deposit - Selectee is required to participate in the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service direct deposit of pay program.

Security Clearance - A security clearance is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal. If you possess a security clearance, please indicate the level and termination date in your resume.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the vacancy announcement closes, we will review your resume and your responses to the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

In addition to the specialized experience described above, your resume should indicate your level of experience in the following competencies:

Demonstrating superior communication skills (verbal and written)
Assessing, designing, delivering and evaluating processes aimed at improving relationships and/or organizational effectiveness
Designing and implementing conflict resolution systems and conflict resolution practices and procedures
Demonstrating a working knowledge of the general structure, functions, policies and practices of employer and labor relations
Facilitating discussions, leading formal presentations and conducting training courses
Effectively managing caseloads and completing activities within established schedules
Independently using computers and computer applications to research and analyze information and develop presentations for training purposes

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience you may lose consideration for this position.

All applicants' who are found to be qualified for his position will be referred to the hiring Regional Director for further consideration, which may include being contacted to participate in an interview.

Required Documents

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ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD FURNISH THE FOLLOWING, AS SHOWN BELOW.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY AS FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED FORMS OR INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

1. A current, complete resume (REQUIRED);
The following information must be contained in your resume:
a. full name, mailing address, day and evening phone numbers, email address;
b. work experience (give the job title, duties, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates, hours per week, salary, and indicate if we may contact your current supervisor);
c. detailed description of your specific duties, responsibilities and accomplishments in collective bargaining, including the number of contracts negotiated, number and size of bargaining units, your specific role in each activity and your activities during the term of the contracts
d. job-related training courses (title and year);
e. job-related skills (e.g., other language skills, computer software/hardware skills);
2. Occupational Assessment Questionnaire (REQUIRED - once you begin the application process your browser should automatically direct you);
3. A copy of the last or latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action which depicts your title, grade/step, salary, work schedule, etc. (if applicable)
4. Veterans Preference Documentation - Mediator positions with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) are in the excepted services, therefore, there is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to mediator appointments. FMCS, however, considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in the Mediator hiring process. If you are eligible for veterans' preference in hiring, you are encouraged to include that information in your application along with supporting documentation, e.g., SF15, DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other supporting documentation. (if applicable)
5. ICTAP/CTAP documentation - In order to receive special selection priority, ICTAP and CTAP eligibles must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements, be assessed and laced in the "Well Qualified" category, and submit appropriate documentary evidence, e.g., Reduction-In-Force (RIF) Notice, Certification of Expected Separation, SF-50 documenting separation by RIF, or a letter from OPM or your agency documenting your priority consideration (if applicable);
6. Professional References-Please provide three (3) references. Include representatives from labor and management, labor neutrals, or others familiar with your work in labor relations or conflict resolution who are not current employees of FMCS. These references will only be contacted if we are prepared to make you a job offer.
7. The OF-306 - Declaration of Federal Employment (Please complete sections 1-17a with your signature on 17a) (OPTIONAL);
8. Cover Letter (OPTIONAL)

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT UNREQUESTED DOCUMENTATION: Please DO NOT submit examples of work products, writing samples, letters of reference, pictures, or training certificates unless the vacancy announcement specifically asks for them; they will not be forwarded to the interview panel and/or selecting official.

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.

Help

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.

To preview the Occupational Assessment Questionnaire please click: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10106595

It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is entered, uploaded (i.e. resume) and submitted prior to the closing date.

The complete application package must be submitted by the 11:59PM (EST) pm the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account https://www.usajobs.gov/. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to saved application at a later date, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Matthew Karlin

Phone: 0000000000
Fax: 0000000000
Email: FMCSRecruit@fmcs.gov

Address: FMCS Field Operations
FMCS
250 E Street, SW
Washington, DC 20427
US

Next steps

Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you indicate you meet the job qualifications for the announcement but your resume and/or supporting documentation does not confirm your rating, you may be excluded from consideration for this job.

Once the review of the candidates has been completed, a list of qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring Regional Director for further consideration. If your name is referred, you may be contacted for a possible interview.

To view the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.

Due to the number of varying factors that are considered when hiring for Mediator positions the FMCS Office of Human Resources does not provide any additional information to applicants beyond the system generated notifications sent via USAJobs.gov, unless responding to a reconsideration of rating that has been reasonably demonstrated.

Required Documents

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ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD FURNISH THE FOLLOWING, AS SHOWN BELOW.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY AS FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED FORMS OR INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

1. A current, complete resume (REQUIRED);
The following information must be contained in your resume:
a. full name, mailing address, day and evening phone numbers, email address;
b. work experience (give the job title, duties, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates, hours per week, salary, and indicate if we may contact your current supervisor);
c. detailed description of your specific duties, responsibilities and accomplishments in collective bargaining, including the number of contracts negotiated, number and size of bargaining units, your specific role in each activity and your activities during the term of the contracts
d. job-related training courses (title and year);
e. job-related skills (e.g., other language skills, computer software/hardware skills);
2. Occupational Assessment Questionnaire (REQUIRED - once you begin the application process your browser should automatically direct you);
3. A copy of the last or latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action which depicts your title, grade/step, salary, work schedule, etc. (if applicable)
4. Veterans Preference Documentation - Mediator positions with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) are in the excepted services, therefore, there is no formal rating system for applying veterans' preference to mediator appointments. FMCS, however, considers veterans' preference eligibility as a positive factor in the Mediator hiring process. If you are eligible for veterans' preference in hiring, you are encouraged to include that information in your application along with supporting documentation, e.g., SF15, DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other supporting documentation. (if applicable)
5. ICTAP/CTAP documentation - In order to receive special selection priority, ICTAP and CTAP eligibles must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements, be assessed and laced in the "Well Qualified" category, and submit appropriate documentary evidence, e.g., Reduction-In-Force (RIF) Notice, Certification of Expected Separation, SF-50 documenting separation by RIF, or a letter from OPM or your agency documenting your priority consideration (if applicable);
6. Professional References-Please provide three (3) references. Include representatives from labor and management, labor neutrals, or others familiar with your work in labor relations or conflict resolution who are not current employees of FMCS. These references will only be contacted if we are prepared to make you a job offer.
7. The OF-306 - Declaration of Federal Employment (Please complete sections 1-17a with your signature on 17a) (OPTIONAL);
8. Cover Letter (OPTIONAL)

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT UNREQUESTED DOCUMENTATION: Please DO NOT submit examples of work products, writing samples, letters of reference, pictures, or training certificates unless the vacancy announcement specifically asks for them; they will not be forwarded to the interview panel and/or selecting official.

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

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To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.

To preview the Occupational Assessment Questionnaire please click: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10106595

It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is entered, uploaded (i.e. resume) and submitted prior to the closing date.

The complete application package must be submitted by the 11:59PM (EST) pm the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account https://www.usajobs.gov/. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to saved application at a later date, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Matthew Karlin

Phone: 0000000000
Fax: 0000000000
Email: FMCSRecruit@fmcs.gov

Address: FMCS Field Operations
FMCS
250 E Street, SW
Washington, DC 20427
US

Next steps

Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you indicate you meet the job qualifications for the announcement but your resume and/or supporting documentation does not confirm your rating, you may be excluded from consideration for this job.

Once the review of the candidates has been completed, a list of qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring Regional Director for further consideration. If your name is referred, you may be contacted for a possible interview.

To view the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.

Due to the number of varying factors that are considered when hiring for Mediator positions the FMCS Office of Human Resources does not provide any additional information to applicants beyond the system generated notifications sent via USAJobs.gov, unless responding to a reconsideration of rating that has been reasonably demonstrated.