Closing Date: 18th June, 2026
Description:
Summary:This position is located in the Division of Advice, which includes the Regional Advice and Injunction Litigation Branches. The Regional Advice Branch provides legal guidance to Regional Offices on complex or novel unfair labor practice cases, cases involving new policy creation, or other cases requiring General Counsel attention. The Injunction Litigation Branch oversees initiating and litigating temporary injunction proceedings under Sections 10(j) and 10(l) of the NLRA.
Duties:
As a General Attorney (Labor) (Attorney), GS-0905-13, your typical work assignments may include:
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 This Position Is Preferred to Have Extensive Expertise and Knowledge of Traditional Labor Law (the National Labor Relations Act (nlra)), Demonstrated Ability to Provide Expert Legal Analysis and Advice in An Efficient Manner on Complicated Matters, And/or Litigation Experience in Federal Courts. in Addition, the Ideal Candidate Is Preferred to Have Experience Drafting Complex Decisions for Approval by Superiors, Exemplary Legal Research and Writing Skills, Outstanding Oral Communication Skills and Meticulous Attention to Detail.
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-12 Grade Level, Which Has Provided Them with The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to Successfully Perform the Duties of A General Attorney (labor) (attorney) Gs-13 Grade Level.
Specialized Experience Includes:
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. (https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications)
Additional Information:
- Performing legal reviews of an entire case before forwarding to supervisor for signature.
- Crafting strategies for responding to various complex labor law issues and advising the appropriate official on the most proper course of action to pursue.
- Communicating as necessary with Regional offices to ensure that dispositions are clearly and effectively understood and implemented.
- Writing memoranda and other legal documents to support the analysis and disposition of cases.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
- U. S. Citizenship Required.
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- This is not a remote position.
- Relocation expenses are not authorized.
- This position is in the Excepted Service.
- This position is part of the Bargaining Unit.
- Applicants are subject to complete a two-year trial period.
- Subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
- Active Bar license is required for verification. Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing. A Self-Certification Form is not acceptable verification.
- This is a positive education position. Transcripts are required to be considered for this position.
- Submit complete application package online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
Qualifications:
All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Ideal Candidate Statement
The Ideal Candidate for This Position Is Preferred to Have Extensive Expertise and Knowledge of Traditional Labor Law (the National Labor Relations Act (nlra)), Demonstrated Ability to Provide Expert Legal Analysis and Advice in An Efficient Manner on Complicated Matters, And/or Litigation Experience in Federal Courts. in Addition, the Ideal Candidate Is Preferred to Have Experience Drafting Complex Decisions for Approval by Superiors, Exemplary Legal Research and Writing Skills, Outstanding Oral Communication Skills and Meticulous Attention to Detail.
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-12 Grade Level, Which Has Provided Them with The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to Successfully Perform the Duties of A General Attorney (labor) (attorney) Gs-13 Grade Level.
Specialized Experience Includes:
- Experience Conducting In-Depth Legal Research and Analysis of Statutes, Regulations, and Case Law to Evaluate Complex Labor Law Issues; And
- Experience Drafting Complex Appellate Briefs to Argue a Client's Position in An Appeal to A Higher Court; And
- Experience Advising High-Level Officials on Complex and Sensitive Legal And/or Policy Issues.
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. (https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications)
Additional Information:
Supplementary Vacancies
Supplementary Vacancies May Be Filled in Addition to The Number Stated in This Announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity/reasonable Accomodation
The National Labor Relations Board Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants Will Receive Consideration for Appointment without Regard to Race; Color; Religion; Sex; National Origin; Age; Disability; Genetic Information; Pregnancy, Childbirth, or A Related Medical Condition.
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 (https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications). 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 (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/hiring/).)
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 Appointment and Reassignment. Management May Use Any One or Any Combination of These Methods to Fill the Position.
Trial Period
As a Condition of Employment for Accepting This Position, You May Be Required to Serve a 2-Year Trial Period During Which We Will Evaluate Your Fitness and Whether Your Continued Employment Advances the Public Interest.
In Determining if Your Employment Advances the Public Interest, We May Consider:
Upon Completion of Your Trial Period, Your Employment Will Be Terminated Unless You Receive Certification, in Writing, that Your Continued Employment Advances the Public Interest.
Alternate Application Information
Applicants May Contact the Office of Human Resources. (Employment.Solutions@nlrb.gov)
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 Emplo
Supplementary Vacancies May Be Filled in Addition to The Number Stated in This Announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity/reasonable Accomodation
The National Labor Relations Board Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants Will Receive Consideration for Appointment without Regard to Race; Color; Religion; Sex; National Origin; Age; Disability; Genetic Information; Pregnancy, Childbirth, or A Related Medical Condition.
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 (https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications). 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 (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/hiring/).)
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 Appointment and Reassignment. Management May Use Any One or Any Combination of These Methods to Fill the Position.
Trial Period
As a Condition of Employment for Accepting This Position, You May Be Required to Serve a 2-Year Trial Period During Which We Will Evaluate Your Fitness and Whether Your Continued Employment Advances the Public Interest.
In Determining if Your Employment Advances the Public Interest, We May Consider:
- Your Performance and Conduct; And
- The Needs and Interests of The Agency; And
- Whether Your Continued Employment Would Advance Organizational Goals of The Agency or The Government; And
- Whether Your Continued Employment Would Advance the Efficiency of The Federal Service.
Alternate Application Information
Applicants May Contact the Office of Human Resources. (Employment.Solutions@nlrb.gov)
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 Emplo
