This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/484907500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The Board performs the adjudicatory functions of its executive branch counterparts, such as: the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA); the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB); the Office of Special Counsel (OSC); and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The variety of cases handled by the PAB offers a unique opportunity for Board Members to preside over complex legal and personnel issues covering a wide range of federal employment and labor law.
PLEASE NOTE: Current federal employees are subject to the limitations outlined in 5 U.S.C 5533, regarding dual pay from more than one position.
Subject to 31 U.S.C. 751, current or former employees of the Government Accountability Office, Architect of the Capitol, Botanic Gardens or Senate Restaurants are ineligible to apply.
For more information about the PAB, see the web site: PAB
11/21/2017 to 01/22/2018
$82.46 - $82.46 per hour
SR 00
Not required
No
Temporary - This is a temporary appointment, Not-To-Exceed 5 years.
Full-time - Part-Time Schedule is intermittent.Usually not more than 480 hours per year.
NA
No
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484907500
The PAB is composed of five members appointed as administrative judges by the Comptroller General, to hear and make final decisions on complaints filed by GAO employees or applicants for employment with GAO. The Board considers and orders corrective or disciplinary action in cases involving:
- an appeal from a removal;
- suspensions of more than 14 days;
- reductions in grade or pay;
- furlough of not more than 30 days;
- a prohibited personnel practice;
- a decision on the appropriateness of an unit of employees for collective bargaining;
- an election or certification of a collective bargaining representative;
- certain labor-management relations issues;
- an action involving discrimination; and
- personnel-related issues that the Comptroller General by regulation decides are for PAB resolution.
The Personnel Appeals Board also is charged by statute with oversight of equal employment opportunity at GAO.
Board members work an intermittent schedule, rarely exceeding 480 hours per year.
For more information regarding the job's requirements please contact Susan Inzeo, PAB Executive Director, at (202) 512-7516 or email InzeoS@gao.gov.
Applicants must possess both the education and specialized experience required by the position, as stated.
To be considered for this position, applicants must be an active member of the bar (any jurisdiction) and shall not be a current or former employee of the Government Accountability Office, Architect of the Capitol, Botanic Gardens or Senate Restaurants. In addition, applicants must have at least seven years of full-time experience as a licensed attorney which demonstrates the ability, background, training, and experience necessary to be qualified to serve on the Board, which may be satisfied by one of the following, or any other related experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of a Board member:
(1) expertise as an attorney in federal personnel law;
(2) demonstrated ability to adjudicate or arbitrate complex legal matters;
(3) experience at a senior legal position in addressing or resolving complex legal matters; or
(4) litigation experience in federal personnel and employment related matters.
Typically, experience of this nature will be gained in a related field, in a position held for at least one year at the GS-15 or comparable pay band or level in the federal government; or comparable position with a state or local government, private sector, or other non-government organization.
In addition, applicants must possess a capacity and willingness to devote sufficient time to serve as a member of the Board in order to enable the Board to dispose of cases in a timely manner.
Applicants must possess a J.D. degree from an accredited law school, and must be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any state or territory of the United States or of the District of Columbia.
Selectees will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. If selected, at the time of appointment, selectees will be required to update the OF-306.
Travel and relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
Selectee may be required to file a financial disclosure statement. If a Board Member works more than 60 days a year, the financial disclosure report is subject to public inspection in accordance with the rules of the U.S. Senate.
Selectee must be able to meet and maintain suitability requirements.
GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request accommodation, please email ReasonableAccommodation@gao.gov.
The U.S. Government Accountability Office’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System. Visit SSS.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
GAO’s Human Capital Office will determine if an applicant meets the minimum qualifications listed below. Once it has been determined that an applicant meets the minimum qualification requirements, a further review of the applicant’s work experience, accomplishments and responses to vacancy questions will be conducted. The applicant will be evaluated by a screening panel to determine if he or she has appropriate knowledge of federal personnel and labor management relations law; demonstrates the ability to conduct hearings in an orderly manner; prepares clear and concise statements of fact, law and decision; and exercises sound judgment and judicial temperament. The following rating factors (vacancy questions) are considered in ranking each applicant:
Knowledge of federal personnel law, including prohibited personnel practices, adverse actions, discrimination, and labor management relations law in the federal sector;
Ability to understand and interpret law and to analyze, synthesize and evaluate evidence, find facts and render independent decisions;
Ability to communicate concisely and clearly and to preside at meetings, conferences and hearings; and
Ability to operate in an objective, fair and balanced manner and with appropriate judicial temperament.
Please note, you will lose consideration if you fail to include a narrative response to any vacancy question, or if your reply is "see resume."
The screening panel will conduct interviews of applicants receiving the highest ratings and will recommend individuals determined as "best qualified" to the Comptroller General, who makes the final selection. The Comptroller General may also conduct interviews before making his selection.
To preview questions please click here.
You are required to submit the following documents in addition to your resume and responses to the vacancy questions as instructed under "How to Apply:"
- Proof of membership in good standing of the Bar of a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
- Proof of a professional law degree (e.g., J.D, LL.B.) acquired through graduation from a School of Law accredited by the American Bar Association. If selected, an official transcript will be required.
Applicants who fail to submit all of the required documentation will not receive consideration for the position.
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.
You are required to apply online for this announcement.
1. To apply on-line, you must create a resume using the USAJOBS resume builder and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.gov. To begin, click the Apply Online button near the bottom of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents. Follow the prompts to begin the application process.
2. You will be redirected to the Career Connector website to complete the application process.
3. Click on "Submit" to transmit your complete application package to GAO.
Can I send my application package documents to the agency point-of-contact via email or mail?
Your application package must be submitted online through Career Connector. We are unable to accept mailed or emailed documents.
What is a complete application package?
1. Your resume. This must be created using the USAJOBS resume builder. Resumes created outside USAJOBS (e.g., uploaded resumes) will not be accepted.
2. The assessment questionnaire.
3. The documentation listed in the Required Documents section. You only need to submit the documents listed.
When is the application package due?
It must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. It is your responsibility to ensure all the documents are received and the information is readable. Your application may not be considered if it doesn't meet the criteria. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
If you have problems completing your on-line application, including problems submitting your supporting documents, please contact the Help Desk by e-mail at mgshelp@monster.com or by phone at (866) 656-6831. The help desk is available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET
1. Sign into your USAJOBS account.
2. If your application package was successfully transmitted, you will see "Received" beside the position title. Keep in mind, this may take a couple hours because your documents undergo a virus scan.
3. To view your documents or the complete application package received by GAO, select "Application Status." 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.
If you have questions about:
• The vacancy announcement or the position: The agency contact is listed at the bottom of the announcement.
• Technical issues with USAJOBS: Please refer to the USAJOBS Help page.
• Technical issues with Career Connector: Please contact CareerConnectorHelp@do.treas.gov.
After the closing date, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. If interviews are required, you will be contacted. We anticipate notifying applicants of the outcome within 90 days of the closing date of this announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/484907500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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