This position is in the Special Counsel and Labor Relations Office. The Special Counsel and Labor Relations Office provides legal advice
and services on a centralized basis to the Chairman, the Board and General Counsel of the Agency and to all other officials and
branches of the Agency.
The primary purpose of the position is to provide professional and expert legal services to the Agency.
Summary
This position is in the Special Counsel and Labor Relations Office. The Special Counsel and Labor Relations Office provides legal advice
and services on a centralized basis to the Chairman, the Board and General Counsel of the Agency and to all other officials and
branches of the Agency.
The primary purpose of the position is to provide professional and expert legal services to the Agency.
As a General Attorney (Labor) (Special Counsel or Labor Relations Counsel)GS-0905-15, your typical work assignments may include:
Appearing on behalf of Agency management in settlement negotiations and in grievance arbitration hearings and Merit Systems Protection Board proceedings;
Serving as an expert on interpretation and application of case law, rules, and regulations of the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC);
Providing day-to-day advice to management regarding labor and employee relations issues; and
As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employees duty location or work arrangement. PLEASE SEE 'ADDITIONAL INFORMATION' FOR FURTHER GUIDANCE.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Males born after 12/03/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
Subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
Relocation expenses are not authorized.
This position is not part of the Bargaining Unit.
This position is in the Excepted Service.
Selectee must be an active member of the bar in good standing. An Agency's Self-Certification Form is not acceptable for verification.
Two-year trial period may be required unless otherwise completed.
Submit a complete resume and 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 demonstrates knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), as well as how the Agency investigates and ascertains merit in unfair labor practice (ULP) charges, representing the Agency in unfair labor practice hearings and in federal court, and the handling of representation cases. The candidate also demonstrates competence in managing projects and cases, as well as providing input on personnel matters and discussions. 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
Applicant 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 General Attorney (Labor) (Special Counsel/Labor Relations Counsel) at the GS-15 level.
Specialized experience includes:
Experience litigating Federal sector labor and employment including participation in EEOC, MSPB, and FLRA proceedings and
experience handling discovery associated with these administrative proceedings;
Experience negotiating Federal-sector collective bargaining experience including term and mid-term negotiations with federal agency unions;
Providing authoritative guidance, interpretation and recommendations based on federal labor and employment statutes,
rules, and regulations including Title V and OPM regulations; and
Providing federal employment law advice and training in areas of employee performance and conduct.
This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration.
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.
(NOTE: All current or former Federal 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, and type of service (Excepted).
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 US constitution.
Your active BAR license must reference BAR number and indicate the status of good standing. An Agency's Self-Certification Form is not acceptable for verification.
Education
An applicant 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 (JD or LLB).
(NOTE: Current NLRB Attorneys may not be required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, NLRB employees within 3 years from receiving their juris doctorate degree, must provide a transcript with their application package.)
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. (Required - if applicable) 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, please click here.
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 regarding Foreign Education, please click here.
Additional information
COVID-19 MANDATE
As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before appointment or onboarding with the agency, if after November 22. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement.
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.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION POLICY
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities as appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow instructions in the job announcement.
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 reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.
WORK SCHEDULE
NLRB supports the use of flexible work schedules as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework.
ALTERNATE APPLICANT INFORMATION
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies:
Attention to Detail
Influencing/Negotiating
Legal, Government and Jurisprudence
Problem Solving
Written Communication
Applications that meet the minimum qualification requirements listed above will be placed in the following categories to determine Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified candidates. If your final rating places you among the top candidates, your application may be referred to the selecting official for further review.
If after reviewing your application package, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
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.
In addition to your responses to the occupational questionnaire and your resume, 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.
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 US Constitution. Your active BAR license must reference BAR number and indicate the status of good standing. Self-Certification Forms are not acceptable for verification.
Transcripts. An unofficial copy of your transcript and/or letter from an education institute stating that you have meet all degree requirements; is sufficient with the application; however, if selected, an official college transcript will be required prior to entering on duty. The information presented in the transcript must be verifiable. At the minimum, the transcript should contain the name of the institution, applicant's name, list of completed courses, semester hours, and GPA. Current NLRB Attorneys may not be required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, NLRB employees within 3 years from receiving their juris doctorate degree, must provide a transcript with their application package.
Other documents - if applicable:
Most Recent Performance Appraisal. If performance appraisal is not dated within the last year or if you are unable to provide a performance appraisal, an explanation 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). 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 shows 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. Employees in the Excepted Service, may determine statuses by checking block 24 on the 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.
Veterans- DD-214 (Member Copy 4) Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
Disabled Veterans - DD-214, SF-15, and proof of disability, Department of Veterans Affairs letter dated 1991 or later
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 01/07/2022 to be considered for this announcement.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
Resume;
Occupational Questionnaire; and
Any other documents needed to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
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 button at the right side of this screen to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational 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.
SPECIAL COUNSEL & LABOR RELATIONS
1015 Half St SE
Washington, DC 20570-0049
US
Next steps
After you submit your complete application package, you will receive a notification informing you that the application you submitted has been received.
Your application package will be reviewed based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability related to the job requirements.
After reviews are complete, qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager via a referral certificate. Applicants will be notified of their status via USAJOBS and may be contacted if further evaluations and/or interviews are required or upon selection.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJOBS Help Center.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
In addition to your responses to the occupational questionnaire and your resume, 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.
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 US Constitution. Your active BAR license must reference BAR number and indicate the status of good standing. Self-Certification Forms are not acceptable for verification.
Transcripts. An unofficial copy of your transcript and/or letter from an education institute stating that you have meet all degree requirements; is sufficient with the application; however, if selected, an official college transcript will be required prior to entering on duty. The information presented in the transcript must be verifiable. At the minimum, the transcript should contain the name of the institution, applicant's name, list of completed courses, semester hours, and GPA. Current NLRB Attorneys may not be required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, NLRB employees within 3 years from receiving their juris doctorate degree, must provide a transcript with their application package.
Other documents - if applicable:
Most Recent Performance Appraisal. If performance appraisal is not dated within the last year or if you are unable to provide a performance appraisal, an explanation 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). 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 shows 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. Employees in the Excepted Service, may determine statuses by checking block 24 on the 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.
Veterans- DD-214 (Member Copy 4) Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
Disabled Veterans - DD-214, SF-15, and proof of disability, Department of Veterans Affairs letter dated 1991 or later
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 01/07/2022 to be considered for this announcement.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:
Resume;
Occupational Questionnaire; and
Any other documents needed to verify your qualifications or eligibility.
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 button at the right side of this screen to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational 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.
SPECIAL COUNSEL & LABOR RELATIONS
1015 Half St SE
Washington, DC 20570-0049
US
Next steps
After you submit your complete application package, you will receive a notification informing you that the application you submitted has been received.
Your application package will be reviewed based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability related to the job requirements.
After reviews are complete, qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager via a referral certificate. Applicants will be notified of their status via USAJOBS and may be contacted if further evaluations and/or interviews are required or upon selection.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJOBS Help Center.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
