Summary This position is located in Division of Operations-Management of the National Labor Relations Board. The purpose of this position is to support the work of the field offices by leading, managing, and implementing initiatives, policies, and projects of the General Counsel under the supervision of the Associate (to) General Counsel and Deputy Associate (to) General Counsel of Operations-Management as well as serve as the primary administrative manager for a variety of Agency functional programs. Responsibilities This position is being advertised as both location negotiable after selection and with a duty station(s) of Washington, DC with the option of telework. If applying to "negotiable after selection", this means that your duty station will be based off your home address and you will be a full-time remote worker. If applying to a specific duty station, you may be allowed to telework a set number of day(s) per pay period, with supervisory approval. As a General Attorney (Labor) (Deputy Assistant General Counsel), GS-0905-15, your typical work assignments may include: Directing and advising key officials on substantive and administrative and judicial matters which arise in specific situations requiring legal interpretation of the policies and procedures of the General Counsel and the decisional policies of the Board. Exercising significant responsibilities in dealing with officials of other units and organizations, internal and external, as management and Headquarters' liaison. Identifying and determining causes of any seemingly deficient operations and where possible, takes necessary steps for immediate correction or resolution of systemic problems or recommends basic policy and procedural changes for consideration by the appropriate authority. Responsible for developing plans, measures, aids for improving budgetary planning and for controlling performance and providing guidelines to the Regional offices to obtain their participation in program planning and staffing and keeping currently abreast of changes in law related to the NLRA and administrative and court litigation procedures and through senior leadership and contacts with local and national representatives of labor and management groups as well as professional associations. Developing and/or reviewing case handling manuals to reflect changes in law and policy. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The Ideal Candidate for the General Attorney (Labor) (Deputy Assistant General Counsel) 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. BASIC REQUIREMENT 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 (LL.B. or J.D.). 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. The Agency's Internal or Self-Certification Form is not acceptable for verification. In addition to the BASIC REQUIREMENT, applicants must also meet the following: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the GS-15, General Attorney (Labor) (Deputy Assistant General Counsel), and that is typically related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: Providing authoritative legal advice on labor-management relations and collective bargaining matters or concerns, or monitor and evaluate cases that may have complex legal and factual issues; and Experience with the National Labor Relations Board Act, and similar statues, to handle or oversee complex investigations and make recommendations concerning charges related to unfair labor practice and concerning petitions related to representation elections, or the ability to apply general legal principles to specific issues and to formulate the best possible solution in complicated cases; and Experience leading a team involved in complex investigative and analytical work related to the field of labor law in order to effectively plan, direct, and coordinate operations. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire 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. (NOTE: All Agency employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and type of service (Excepted). As a current NLRB excepted service employee, you may determine your status by checking block 24 on your 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.) 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 (LL.B. or J.D.). (NOTE: Current NLRB Attorneys may not be required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, NLRB employees within3 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. 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 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). 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. ALTERNATE APPLICANT INFORMATION Applicants may email the Office of Human Resources or contact the Human Resources Representative listed under the contact information on the announcement. The National Labor Relations Board offers career opportunities that feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that include Work/Life Balance Programs (Alternative Work Schedules, Telework, Employee Assistance Program, and the Child Care Subsidy Program), the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, and the Transit Benefit Program.