Attorney-Adviser (Labor) (Counsel to Board Member)

Summary

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

Duties

As a Attorney-Adviser (Labor) (Counsel to Board Member), GS-0905-14, your typical work assignments may include: Researching the most difficult issues arising under the National Labor Relations Act and/or administrative law. Preparing legal memoranda and drafting proposed decisions and orders in a wide range of cases, including those presenting difficult legal issues not easily resolved under existing precedent Analyzing applicable law and facts in order to develop sound rationales for the disposition of difficult and novel questions of law, policy, and procedures; and formulating recommendations for consideration by the Board Member and/or the full Board. Consulting with Board Members, Assistant Chief Counsels, Deputy Chief Counsels, Chief Counsels and other attorneys on other Board Members' in preparing decisions and revisions in official Board decisions and opinions. Orally presenting to Board Members the merits of cases that often involve difficult or novel issues of law and related policy rationales and outcomes. Performing other duties as assigned.

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) (Senior Counsel-Expert to Board Member) has a wide-ranging and thorough knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act, including Board policies, procedures, and practices; possesses strong research and analytical skills; exhibits an ability to timely and appropriately handle multiple assignments at the same time; and demonstrates excellent communication skills. BASIC REQUIREMENT Education: 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.). Law school transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Bar Membership and Certification: Must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Your active Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing. Agency Internal Self-Certification Forms are not acceptable for verification. In addition to the BASIC REQUIREMENT, applicants must also meet the following: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants 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 the Attorney Adviser (Labor) (Senior Counsel-Expert to Board Member) at the GS-15 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Experience working with federal labor law (e.g., the National Labor Relations Act or Federal Labor Relations Act); Experience researching statutes, decisions, opinions, or legislative history to ensure the appropriate use of legal authorities; Experience drafting written legal analyses in cases involving novel or complex policies and/or issues for consideration; and Experience making oral presentations on case matters and/or participating in depositions and arguments of a case. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. 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.

Education

This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement. 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 this criteria, see www.ed.gov. 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, visit Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education.