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 Labor Management Relations Examiner (Deputy to Assistant General Counsel), GS-0244-14/15, your typical work assignments may include: Revising priorities of assigned projects related to labor management related or agency initiatives based on changing conditions or directives from higher echelons and effects horizontally necessary coordination across other units or Agencies. Exercising responsibilities over the implementation of labor relations policies. 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 labor management developments and conditions through contacts with local and national representatives of both labor and management groups. Developing and/or reviewing case handling manuals to reflect changes in changes in the investigation and handling of unfair labor practices or representation matters and related 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 Candidates demonstrates knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) as well as how the Agency investigates charges to ascertain merit in unfair labor practice charges 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 or involvement in training or work groups. 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 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE at the GS-14 To qualify for this position, applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the GS-14, Labor Management Relations Examiner (Deputy to Assistant General Counsel), and that is typically related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: Experience with the National Labor Relations Board Act and similar statues to negotiate and prepare collective-bargaining agreements; and Experience presenting factual information both orally and in writing to internal and external stakeholders; and Experience working as part of a team involved in moderate-level investigative and analytical work related to labor law. 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. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE at the GS-15 To be qualify for this position, 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, Labor Management Relations Examiner (Deputy to Assistant General Counsel), and that is typically related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes: Experience providing authoritative advice on labor-management relations and collective bargaining matters or concerns, including whether a charge is meritorious; 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 allegations and concerning petitions related to representation elections, including drafting decisions after a representation hearing; and Experience leading a team, or directly supervising employees or serving as a mentor, 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. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS All current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year of experience at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent grade level of the federal service is required to qualify for the GS-14 grade level, or one year of experience at the GS-14 grade level or equivalent grade level of the federal service is required to qualify for the GS-15 grade level. (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 (Competitive). As a current NLRB career or career-conditional employee in the Competitive Service, you may determine your current status by checking block 24 on your SF-50. Block 24 must reflect "1" or "2". Also, block 34 must reflect "1". A copy of your SF-50 must be provided for verification.) Education 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.