The Director of Workplace Relations (DWR) provides confidential and impartial assistance to judges and court employees, including Federal Public Defender's Office employees, on workplace conduct matters. The DWR works closely with the Employment Dispute Resolution Coordinators (EDRCs) to provide annual EDR Plan training and regular outreach to the court community on workplace conduct issues.
The Director of Workplace Relations (DWR) provides confidential and impartial assistance to judges and court employees, including Federal Public Defender's Office employees, on workplace conduct matters. The DWR works closely with the Employment Dispute Resolution Coordinators (EDRCs) to provide annual EDR Plan training and regular outreach to the court community on workplace conduct issues.
This is a part-time position (40 hours per two-week period). This position is graded at a CL 30 or CL 31 depending on experience and qualifications.
United States Citizens or persons eligible to work in the United States are eligible to apply to this posting. Open Until Filled. The first cut-off date for review of applications is August 9, 2024. Please note that a Security Clearance is not required when submitting applications.
The DWR provides staff support to the circuit's Workplace Conduct Committee and implements workplace conduct policies and procedures recommended by the Committee and adopted by the courts. This position serves as a resource for all the courts and court units in the circuit. The position is located in Washington, D.C. Some work may be done remotely.
Responsibilities
Must be a United States citizen or eligible to work in the United States. Employees of the federal courts are excepted service appointments. Appointments are "At-Will" and may be terminated with or without good cause by the Court. The candidate selected for the position will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation. Direct deposit of pay is required.
The DWR must have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing; excellent organizational skills; attention to detail; the ability to meet deadlines; the ability to lead and facilitate training programs, meetings, and difficult discussions about sensitive matters; and mediation skills. The proven ability to demonstrate sound judgment and maintain confidentiality is essential.
Must possess a minimum of three years of specialized experience with particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this position successfully. For example, specialized experience might include progressively responsible experience in employment law, employee relations, employment dispute resolution, legal administration, mediation, or a similar field.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, employment relations, or a related field is required. A law degree or an advanced degree relevant to labor and employment law, mediation, or a similar field is preferred.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants will also be evaluated based on their application and an interview.
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
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.
Submit by email a cover letter and detailed resume. Email a single PDF attachment containing both documents to VacancyDWR@cadc.uscourts.gov with the job announcement number in the subject line of the email. Because of the large volume of applications, only those candidates who will be interviewed will be contacted. The position is open until filled. The first cut-off date for review of applications is August 9, 2024.
Due to the large volume of applications, the court will send a letter regarding the status of an application only to those candidates scheduled for interviews. When the position is filled, a notice will be placed on the court's internet site.
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