Job Title: Attorney (Labor and Employment)
Posted by: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on Feb 14, 2020
Location:
Rockville , MD 20852Job Description:
Overview
• Open & closing dates: 02/13/2020 to 03/02/2020
• Service: Excepted
• Pay scale & grade: GG 14
• Salary: $121,316 to $157,709 per year
• Appointment type: Permanent
• Work schedule: Full-Time - Full Time
Location: Rockville, MD
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes, relocation expenses may be paid.
Telework eligible: Yes as determined by agency policy
This job is open to: U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Summary:
This position is located in the Division of Administration in the Office of the General Counsel. This position is located in Rockville, MD. This position is not in the Bargaining Unit. Occasional travel is required. Travel expenses associated with the interview expenses will not be paid. Relocation expenses associated with job offer may be paid.
Find out more about the NRC at www.nrc.gov.
Responsibilities:
The incumbent is expected to represent the agency in administrative litigation and provide legal labor relation, employee relations and equal employment opportunity opinions and advice to officials in the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The incumbent supports the Assistant General Counsel for Administration by representing NRC in its capacity as employer in complaints, appeals, and grievances before administrative agencies including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), and arbitrators. The incumbent will support the Department of Justice (DOJ) and various United States Attorneys in litigation involving the NRC in employment law-related cases filed in the federal courts. The incumbent is expected to represent the NRC in, among others, adverse, disciplinary, and performance-based actions; arbitrations; grievances; individual right of action appeals alleging whistleblowing; reduction in force actions; unfair labor practice charges; negotiability appeals and representation petitions; EEO complaints and appeals; interaction with the Office of the Special Counsel in allegations of whistleblowing retaliation and other alleged prohibited personnel practice actions; and personnel security cases. The incumbent will serve as legal counsel to the collective bargaining team with the agency's exclusive representatives. The incumbent will also advise NRC management on a wide array of personnel law related issues.
Duties will be performed with substantial independence, requiring the exercise of sound judgment and minimal supervisory oversight.
Selectee will be subject to Office of Government Ethics Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements and the NRC’s Prohibited Securities Rule.
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Supervisory status: No
Promotion Potential: 14
Job family (Series): 0905 Attorney
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Requirements:
Conditions Of Employment-
• Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.
• This is a Drug Testing position.
• This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting.
• This position is subject to the NRC's Prohibited Securities Rule.
• U.S. Citizenship Required
Current and Active bar membership is required. You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience related to federal labor-management relations laws, regulations and practice before the Federal Labor Relations Authority addressing a wide array of issues under Chapter 71 of the Civil Service Reform Act ,and experience negotiating and/or interpreting collective bargaining agreements.
2. Knowledge and experience related to federal employee relations laws, regulations, and practice before the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board, including issues related to Chapters 23, 43, and 75 of the Civil Service Reform Act.
3. Knowledge and experience related to federal equal employment opportunity laws, regulations and practice before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, including issues related to Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended; the Age Discrimination and Employment Act; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; and other civil rights laws dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunity and promoting diversity in the federal government.
4. Demonstrated ability to represent federal agencies in administrative hearings and appeals before various employment law-related tribunals including the FLRA, MSPB, EEOC, arbitrators, and the federal courts, or other litigation experience including adjudication of personnel security matters.
5. Demonstrated ability to conduct and direct complex legal research; engage in sound legal analysis; and present the results in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner, both in writing and verbally to clients, supervisors and other federal officials.
NOTE: A cover letter would be helpful in addressing the ideal candidate criteria (above).
In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes experience that demonstrates a broad knowledge and understanding of legal principles in the area of federal personnel, equal employment opportunity, labor relations, or administrative law and demonstrated experience preparing written legal memoranda, briefs, or opinions in judicial or administrative matters on these topics.
Education:
You must be a graduate of an accredited law school with a J.D., LL.B., or equivalent degree, and you must be an active member in good standing of the Bar of a state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia.
Additional information:
The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Selective Placement Coordinator for assistance with the application or hiring process via Disability.Resource@nrc.gov. Deaf applicants may contact the Disability Program Manager by calling the NRC videophone at 240-428-3217.
Individuals who are eligible for non-competitive appointment under an OPM special appointing authority may apply for consideration under a comparable NRC non-competitive appointing authority. Veterans, please visit: http://www.fedshirevets.gov.
Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment", (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume or questionnaire can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.
A transferable security clearance from another agency or a background investigation leading to a clearance is required for all new hires. To begin work at the NRC without a security clearance, you must be granted a temporary waiver of the required clearance, referred to as a "145(b) waiver." To be eligible for a 145(b) waiver you will need a favorable education verification, reference, credit, and criminal history checks. If a wavier is granted, the successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication is required for continued employment. If you have resided outside the U.S. for an extended period of time, the agency may not be able to (1) grant the 145(b) waiver where the required investigation cannot be completed in a timely manner, or (2) achieve timely completion of the background investigation required for a security clearance.
The NRC is a zero-tolerance agency with respect to illegal drug use. Individuals selected for this position will be subject to pre-appointment drug testing unless currently in a NRC position subject to random drug testing AND will be subject to random drug testing upon appointment to the NRC.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, cover letter, and (as applicable) performance appraisal. The cover letter would be helpful in addressing the ideal candidate criteria mentioned under "Qualifications Required." Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume and cover letter that directly relates to this position.
If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.
To preview questions please go to: https://jobs.monstergovt.com/nrc/vacancy/previewVacancyQuestions.hms?orgId=3&jnum=35249
Background checks and security clearance:
Security clearance: L Access Authorization
Drug test required: Yes
•
Required Documents:
A complete application must include the following materials:
1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) copy of law school transcript (an official transcript will be requested if you are selected); and 4) most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available; 5) if selected, proof of current Bar membership in good standing.
List of supplemental material that may be applicable:
If you are an NRC employee you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available.
If you are a current/reinstatement-eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility.
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.
All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:
1. Use the "USAJoBs" feature to download documents from your USAJOBs portfolio; or
2. use the "Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer. The following types of documents can be uploaded: .gif, .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, and .doc; or
3. use the "Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to 1-571-258-4052.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE VACANCY BEFORE APPLYING. YOU MAY VIEW IT HERE:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/559820400
If you are viewing this vacancy after the closing date of 03/02/2020 then please consider other vacancies that are open by visiting our open vacancy list at: https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?a=NU00
• Open & closing dates: 02/13/2020 to 03/02/2020
• Service: Excepted
• Pay scale & grade: GG 14
• Salary: $121,316 to $157,709 per year
• Appointment type: Permanent
• Work schedule: Full-Time - Full Time
Location: Rockville, MD
Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes, relocation expenses may be paid.
Telework eligible: Yes as determined by agency policy
This job is open to: U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Summary:
This position is located in the Division of Administration in the Office of the General Counsel. This position is located in Rockville, MD. This position is not in the Bargaining Unit. Occasional travel is required. Travel expenses associated with the interview expenses will not be paid. Relocation expenses associated with job offer may be paid.
Find out more about the NRC at www.nrc.gov.
Responsibilities:
The incumbent is expected to represent the agency in administrative litigation and provide legal labor relation, employee relations and equal employment opportunity opinions and advice to officials in the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The incumbent supports the Assistant General Counsel for Administration by representing NRC in its capacity as employer in complaints, appeals, and grievances before administrative agencies including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), and arbitrators. The incumbent will support the Department of Justice (DOJ) and various United States Attorneys in litigation involving the NRC in employment law-related cases filed in the federal courts. The incumbent is expected to represent the NRC in, among others, adverse, disciplinary, and performance-based actions; arbitrations; grievances; individual right of action appeals alleging whistleblowing; reduction in force actions; unfair labor practice charges; negotiability appeals and representation petitions; EEO complaints and appeals; interaction with the Office of the Special Counsel in allegations of whistleblowing retaliation and other alleged prohibited personnel practice actions; and personnel security cases. The incumbent will serve as legal counsel to the collective bargaining team with the agency's exclusive representatives. The incumbent will also advise NRC management on a wide array of personnel law related issues.
Duties will be performed with substantial independence, requiring the exercise of sound judgment and minimal supervisory oversight.
Selectee will be subject to Office of Government Ethics Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements and the NRC’s Prohibited Securities Rule.
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Supervisory status: No
Promotion Potential: 14
Job family (Series): 0905 Attorney
•
Requirements:
Conditions Of Employment-
• Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.
• This is a Drug Testing position.
• This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting.
• This position is subject to the NRC's Prohibited Securities Rule.
• U.S. Citizenship Required
Current and Active bar membership is required. You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience related to federal labor-management relations laws, regulations and practice before the Federal Labor Relations Authority addressing a wide array of issues under Chapter 71 of the Civil Service Reform Act ,and experience negotiating and/or interpreting collective bargaining agreements.
2. Knowledge and experience related to federal employee relations laws, regulations, and practice before the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board, including issues related to Chapters 23, 43, and 75 of the Civil Service Reform Act.
3. Knowledge and experience related to federal equal employment opportunity laws, regulations and practice before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, including issues related to Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, as amended; the Age Discrimination and Employment Act; the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended; and other civil rights laws dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunity and promoting diversity in the federal government.
4. Demonstrated ability to represent federal agencies in administrative hearings and appeals before various employment law-related tribunals including the FLRA, MSPB, EEOC, arbitrators, and the federal courts, or other litigation experience including adjudication of personnel security matters.
5. Demonstrated ability to conduct and direct complex legal research; engage in sound legal analysis; and present the results in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner, both in writing and verbally to clients, supervisors and other federal officials.
NOTE: A cover letter would be helpful in addressing the ideal candidate criteria (above).
In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes experience that demonstrates a broad knowledge and understanding of legal principles in the area of federal personnel, equal employment opportunity, labor relations, or administrative law and demonstrated experience preparing written legal memoranda, briefs, or opinions in judicial or administrative matters on these topics.
Education:
You must be a graduate of an accredited law school with a J.D., LL.B., or equivalent degree, and you must be an active member in good standing of the Bar of a state or territory of the United States or the District of Columbia.
Additional information:
The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Selective Placement Coordinator for assistance with the application or hiring process via Disability.Resource@nrc.gov. Deaf applicants may contact the Disability Program Manager by calling the NRC videophone at 240-428-3217.
Individuals who are eligible for non-competitive appointment under an OPM special appointing authority may apply for consideration under a comparable NRC non-competitive appointing authority. Veterans, please visit: http://www.fedshirevets.gov.
Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment", (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume or questionnaire can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.
A transferable security clearance from another agency or a background investigation leading to a clearance is required for all new hires. To begin work at the NRC without a security clearance, you must be granted a temporary waiver of the required clearance, referred to as a "145(b) waiver." To be eligible for a 145(b) waiver you will need a favorable education verification, reference, credit, and criminal history checks. If a wavier is granted, the successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication is required for continued employment. If you have resided outside the U.S. for an extended period of time, the agency may not be able to (1) grant the 145(b) waiver where the required investigation cannot be completed in a timely manner, or (2) achieve timely completion of the background investigation required for a security clearance.
The NRC is a zero-tolerance agency with respect to illegal drug use. Individuals selected for this position will be subject to pre-appointment drug testing unless currently in a NRC position subject to random drug testing AND will be subject to random drug testing upon appointment to the NRC.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, cover letter, and (as applicable) performance appraisal. The cover letter would be helpful in addressing the ideal candidate criteria mentioned under "Qualifications Required." Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume and cover letter that directly relates to this position.
If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.
To preview questions please go to: https://jobs.monstergovt.com/nrc/vacancy/previewVacancyQuestions.hms?orgId=3&jnum=35249
Background checks and security clearance:
Security clearance: L Access Authorization
Drug test required: Yes
•
Required Documents:
A complete application must include the following materials:
1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) copy of law school transcript (an official transcript will be requested if you are selected); and 4) most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available; 5) if selected, proof of current Bar membership in good standing.
List of supplemental material that may be applicable:
If you are an NRC employee you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available.
If you are a current/reinstatement-eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility.
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.
All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:
1. Use the "USAJoBs" feature to download documents from your USAJOBs portfolio; or
2. use the "Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer. The following types of documents can be uploaded: .gif, .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, and .doc; or
3. use the "Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to 1-571-258-4052.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE VACANCY BEFORE APPLYING. YOU MAY VIEW IT HERE:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/559820400
If you are viewing this vacancy after the closing date of 03/02/2020 then please consider other vacancies that are open by visiting our open vacancy list at: https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?a=NU00
Education Level:
Bachelors degree or higher
Pay Rate:
Over $100,000
Security Clearance:
None
Travel Requirements:
Light
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About U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is an independent agency that was established by the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 and began operations in 1975. NRC’s mission is to license and regulate the Nation’s civilian use of radioactive materials to provide reasonable assurance of adequate protection of public health and safety and to promote the common defense and security and to protect the environment. In carrying out its mission it exercises the following vision: Demonstrate the Principles of Good Regulation (independence, openness, efficiency, clarity, and reliability) in performing our mission. NRC’s scope of responsibility includes: the regulation of commercial nuclear power plants, research and test reactors, nuclear fuel cycle facilities, medical, academic, and industrial uses of radioactive materials; the decommissioning of these facilities and sites; and, the transport, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials and wastes. NRC issues licenses for civilian uses of radioactive materials, oversees the licensees, and certifies standard nuclear reactor designs and spent fuel storage casks and transportation packages. It also licenses the import and export of radioactive materials; participates in international nuclear activities, including multilateral and bilateral safety and security activities; and works closely with its international counterparts to enhance nuclear safety and security worldwide. To accomplish its overall mission NRC has identified two Strategic Goals—To ensure the safe and secure use of radioactive materials. We need a wide variety of administrative and technical staff to accomplish our objectives. We hire engineers, scientists, security specialists, information technology professionals, financial analysts, and a range of other occupations. We’re constantly looking for outstanding individuals at all levels – recent grads, mid-career professionals, and senior leaders.
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