ATTORNEY ADVISOR (LABOR)

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to legally represent parties in Federal District Courts, Federal Appellate Courts, the US Supreme Court and State courts. This position also independently represents the AF, AF units, commanders, managers, employees and members in a wide variety of legal administrative forums, to include the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Office of Special Counsel, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Federal Labor Relations Authority, etc. Duties Serves as a senior attorney for litigation in Federal Courts involving the AF with responsibility for planning and accomplishing diversified legal work pertaining to litigation matters arising out of AF civilian personnel and labor matters. Duties relate to the protection of equal employment opportunity and the civilian personnel policy interests of the AF. Is lead counsel and defends the AF world-wide at all command levels in administrative litigation of cases before the FLRA, EEOC, MSPB, FSIP, FMCS, OSC, federal sector arbitrators, state Unemployment Compensation agencies, state Worker's Compensation agencies and officials directed to adjudicate grievances through the Agency Grievance Procedure. Advises at the Secretary of the AF, Chief of Staff level, Air Staff level, Senior Program managers and MAJCOM level personnel on the development of HQ USAF-level policy relating to personnel matters. Interprets and develops or prepares interpretative and administrative positions. Assists in interpreting and developing HQ USAF directives and regulations in the area of federal employee and labor law. Trains judge advocates, civilian attorneys, paralegals, personnel specialists, equal employment opportunity specialists, commanders, managers, and supervisors on all aspects of labor and employment law to ensure observation of regulations, law and the constitution. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/ Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov. Attorney appointments are subject to serve a one-year probationary period. Candidates are not required to have active duty service or veterans’ preference to be referred and considered. All qualified candidates who meet the recruitment assessment criteria will be referred to the selecting official. Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance as a condition of employment. This is a centrally managed position. Leave accrual may be authorized upon request. Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof on your resume. Must be available for temporary duty travel by military or civilian aircraft. Overtime may be required. Qualifications GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: You 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 (LLB or JD). In addition, at the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application of "active" status with a bar of the highest court of a State, U.S. commonwealth, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status. Specialized Experience: In addition to the basic requirement: you must have professional legal experience in excess of three (3) years that commensurate with the position's duties and responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: In depth knowledge of the Federal Labor Management Relations Statute and related statutes and regulations, and FLRA case law, Federal Court case law interpreting the statute, and DoD/AF issuances implementing them and in depth knowledge of the Title VI, ADEA, Rehabilitation Act and other anti-discrimination laws and the Federal Regulations associated with those laws, EEOC case law, EEOC Management Directives, Federal Court case law interpreting the statutes, and DoD/AF issuances implementing them. In depth knowledge of the statutes governing the MSPB, implementing regulations, MSPB case law, Federal Court case law interpreting the statute, and DoD/AF issuances implementing them and in-depth knowledge of Federal Rules for Civil Procedure, and litigation techniques necessary for the defense of the AF in administrative and judicial forums. In depth knowledge of other administrative forums in which the LLFSC practices such as the FSIP, MCS, OSC, etc., and knowledge of DoD and AF structure and chain of command. Ability to defend the AF before administrative and judicial forums and ability to supervise and lead other attorneys responsible for handling Federal defensive litigation. Ability to perform legal research using electronic and traditional means and ability to gather facts and effectively evaluate and analyze them to develop evidence to support AF litigation positions. Skill in communicating both orally and in writing and ability to establish work priorities and delegate tasks. At the time of application, you must provide proof, dated within four months of application, of "active" status and in good standing with a bar of the highest court of a State, US commonwealth, US territory, or the District of Columbia. On-line information is allowed as long as it shows that you are in "active" status and dated within four months of application. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, and be currently licensed as an attorney, in active (or equivalent) status and in good standing, with the bar of a U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth. The attorney must maintain such bar membership in at least one jurisdiction during the entire course of employment with the Air Force. Additional information Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Writing Example: Prior to receiving an offer, you will be asked to provide a writing sample demonstrating your legal analytical skills. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.