Labor Management Relations Examiner (Compliance Officer)

Summary This position is located in a National Labor Relations Board Field office. Field offices represent the arm of the Agency and the means through which both the Board and the General Counsel interact with the public. The purpose of this position is to secure compliance with settlement agreements, Administrative Law Judges' Decisions, Board Orders and court decrees issued. Responsibilities As a Labor Management Relations Examiner (Compliance Officer), GS-0244-14, your typical work assignments may include: Ensuring the implementation of the requirements set forth in settlement agreements, Administrative Law Judges' decisions, Board orders, and court decrees. Ensuring corrective actions and timing of key remedial factors; exercising judgment to arrive at reasoned recommendations. Overseeing negotiations to secure compliance with Board orders, court decrees or settlement agreements. Providing interpretation for different program processes and methods, conducting analysis of case history to formulate actions for respondents following the issuance of order/settlement agreements. Utilizing an electronic case management system. 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 Labor Management Relations Examiner (Compliance Officer) position would have experience analyzing documents for computing backpay, making recommendations to management regarding the methodology for computing backpay and other compliance assumptions, presenting backpay requirements including backpay to the parties, and monitoring compliance cases through case closure. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must have one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level, which has provided them with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Labor Management Relations Examiner (Compliance Officer), at the GS-14 grade level. Specialized experience includes: Demonstrated ability to investigate, analyze, and evaluate economic and non-economic remedies owed, including interpretating applicable internal procedures, laws, regulations, and legal precedent, and developing well-reasoned recommendations; and Experience applying persuasive communication to resolve disputes, obtain compliance with voluntary settlements, administrative orders, or court orders, that reflect sound judgment, discretion, and ability to work with challenging parties; and Experience conducting fact-finding activities, including interviewing affected parties and witnesses, collecting and analyzing documentary evidence, and preparing comprehensive reports clearly articulating issues, evidence, monetary calculations and other remedies necessary to support case resolution. 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. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS All current and former Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year of experience at the GS-13 or equivalent grade level of the federal service, is required to qualify for this position. (NOTE: All current and former Federal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure code (1 or 2), and type of service (Competitive). 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". 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 There is no substitution of education for experience for this position. 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. 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 Appointment, Reassignment or Promotion. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. PROBATIONARY/TRIAL PERIOD As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period, or 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. Upon completion of your probationary period or 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. 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.