Closing Date: 6th July, 2026
Description:
Summary:This position is in the Office of Appeals, Division of Enforcement Litigation. The incumbent serves as a Supervisory Attorney under the general supervision of the Director of the Office of Appeals (SES) and the Deputy Director (GS-15). The Office of Appeals is concerned with the review of all appeals to the General Counsel from Regional Directors' dismissals of unfair labor practice charges filed in the agency's regional offices.
Duties:
As a Supervisory General Attorney (Labor) (Supervisory Appeals Attorney), GS-0905-15, 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 The Supervisory General Attorney (labor) (supervisory Appeals Attorney) Position in The Office of Appeals, Possesses Lead/managerial And/or Supervisory Experience to Lead a Team of Professional Attorneys. the Candidate Has Subject Matter Expert Knowledge of The National Labor Relations Act and Other Related Statutes. the Candidate Has Strong Research and Analytical Skills that Will Enable Them to Review Appeals Cases and Make Accurate Determinations of Findings. Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills to Interact with Colleagues and Senior Level Management Are Desired.
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 Supervisory General Attorney (labor) (supervisory Appeals Attorney) Gs-15 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, Ameri Corps) 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 An 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").
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.
Additional Information:
- Supervising and/or conducting specially assigned analytical and research projects and directing the preparation of reports and recommendations to the General Counsel relating to special problem areas or the overall administration of the appeals function.
- Directing preparation of memorandum or final letters, being responsible for the technical, concise accuracy and completeness thereof, including the factual and legal issues involved, with citation of authorities in the light of applicable law.
- Reviewing appeals from deferrals of unfair labor practice allegations and reviewing appeals from regional decisions regarding whether appropriate compliance with Board orders have been achieved.
- Reporting orally to the Director or Deputy Director of the Office of Appeals and the General Counsel's Agenda Committee on cases presented for decision in order to summarize contents of written analyses and recommendations, and to present additional interpretation and clarification of specific points raised during discussion.
- Developing a written permanent record in the Agency's case management system on behalf of the General Counsel of decisions in Appeals cases.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
- U.S. Citizenship is 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 is an Excepted Service position.
- This position is not part of the Bargaining Unit.
- Applicants are subject to complete a two-year trial period.
- Applicants may be subject to complete a one-year supervisory probationary period.
- Active Bar license is required for verification and must be uploaded in USA Jobs with application package. 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.
- Current NLRB attorneys are not required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, if attorneys are within 3 years from receiving their JD, a transcript must be provided with their application package.
- Subject to a background investigation prior to appointment.
- 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 The Supervisory General Attorney (labor) (supervisory Appeals Attorney) Position in The Office of Appeals, Possesses Lead/managerial And/or Supervisory Experience to Lead a Team of Professional Attorneys. the Candidate Has Subject Matter Expert Knowledge of The National Labor Relations Act and Other Related Statutes. the Candidate Has Strong Research and Analytical Skills that Will Enable Them to Review Appeals Cases and Make Accurate Determinations of Findings. Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills to Interact with Colleagues and Senior Level Management Are Desired.
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 Supervisory General Attorney (labor) (supervisory Appeals Attorney) Gs-15 Grade Level.
Specialized Experience Includes:
- Experience Working with Labor, Employment or Administrative Laws, or Similar Federal Statutory Regulations; And
- Experience Interpreting and Applying the National Labor Relations Act and Other Case Law to Difficult and Novel Factual and Legal Issues in Unfair Labor Practice Cases; And
- Experience Providing Authoritative Guidance, Interpretation and Recommendations on Both Administrative Matters and Legal Issues Based on Relevant Laws and Regulations.
Note: Experience Refers to Paid and Unpaid Experience, Including Volunteer Work Done Through National Service Programs (e.G., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) 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 An 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").
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.
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; 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 (smscheduleconsideration@nlrb.gov). 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 or 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
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; 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 (smscheduleconsideration@nlrb.gov). 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 or 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
