Attorney

Full-time

No

Job Description

The . Postal Service is currently seeking highly qualified attorneys to join our team in the Merit Systems Protection Board Unit. As an Attorney (Employment Law - Merit Systems Protection Board), you will handle a heavy caseload before administrative law judges and the Board, as well as provide advice to internal clients regarding employee discipline, USERRA, Wounded Warrior Leave, and other military-related matters. You will also have the opportunity to provide MSPB and USERRA training and representation to clients across all levels of the Postal Service nationwide.

We offer a competitive salary based on previous experience and current postal pay policies, as well as excellent benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plans, flexible scheduling, and annual and sick leave. This is a full-time, permanent position with the potential for promotion to the full performance level.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct legal research and prepare written material for use in representing the Postal Service and advising postal management officials.
Participate in conferences necessary to representing or advising Postal Service officials.
Advise and represent the Postal Service in legal matters involving outside parties.
Prepare replies to inquiries from Congress, government agencies, and the public.
Prepare legal documents and presentations, such as opinions, memoranda, decisions, regulations, and testimonies.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
At least 3 years of experience in legal practice, with one year of the experience requirement met through the completion of a judicial clerkship.
Current membership in good standing of a state, territory, or Commonwealth Bar Association.
Knowledge of employment law, including Title VII, ADA, ADAAA, FMLA, ADEA, and FLSA.
Litigation experience before administrative agencies or federal courts.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to conduct legal research and analyze information from various sources.
Ability to negotiate and prepare legal documents and presentations.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please visit the United States Postal Service careers website and create an applicant profile. Once you have created a profile, you can search for the job posting using the job title or location. You will need to submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample as part of your application. The deadline to apply is June 2, 2024.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary based on previous experience and current postal pay policies, as well as excellent benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plans, flexible scheduling, and annual and sick leave.

Locations:

This position is available in the following locations:

Long Beach, CA
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Denver, CO
Windsor, CT
Washington, DC
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Landover, MD
New York, NY
Plano, TX
Seattle, WA

Next Steps:

After submitting your application, you will receive an email confirming its successful submission. Applicants will be contacted via email regarding the status of their application. The United States Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the application process, please make a request to the examiner, selecting official, or local manager of Human Resources.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
At least 3 years of experience in legal practice, with one year of the experience requirement met through the completion of a judicial clerkship.
Current membership in good standing of a state, territory, or Commonwealth Bar Association.
Knowledge of employment law, including Title VII, ADA, ADAAA, FMLA, ADEA, and FLSA.
Litigation experience before administrative agencies or federal courts.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to conduct legal research and analyze information from various sources.
Ability to negotiate and prepare legal documents and presentations.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct legal research and prepare written material for use in representing the Postal Service and advising postal management officials.
Participate in conferences necessary to representing or advising Postal Service officials.
Advise and represent the Postal Service in legal matters involving outside parties.
Prepare replies to inquiries from Congress, government agencies, and the public.
Prepare legal documents and presentations, such as opinions, memoranda, decisions, regulations, and testimonies.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on previous experience and current postal pay policies.
Health and life insurance.
Retirement plans.
Flexible scheduling.
Annual and sick leave.

Locations:

Long Beach, CA
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Denver, CO
Windsor, CT
Washington, DC
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Landover, MD
New York, NY
Plano, TX
Seattle, WA

Next Steps:

Submit your application by June 2, 2024.
Receive an email confirming successful submission.
Be contacted via email regarding the status of your application.
Request accommodation if needed.

Requirements:

. Citizenship.
Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.
At least 3 years of experience in legal practice, with one year of the experience requirement met through a judicial clerkship.
Current membership in good standing of a state, territory, or Commonwealth Bar Association.
Knowledge of employment law, including Title VII, ADA, ADAAA, FMLA, ADEA, and FLSA.
Litigation experience before administrative agencies or federal courts.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Ability to conduct legal research and analyze information from various sources.
Ability to negotiate and prepare legal documents and presentations.

Responsibilities:

Conduct legal research and prepare written material for use in representing the Postal Service and advising postal management officials.
Participate

experience in handling mspb matters should be specifically documented in the applicant's resume. the clerkship must be documented in the applicant's resume. special conditions: a resume, cover letter, writing sample (law school transcript optional). required documents

cover letter, resume, and writing sample. how to apply

you will need to apply via our on-line application process at . once you are on the website, click "search our latest job postings" or select "start your ecareer profile. you will receive two email confirmations:

an email confirming your profile is complete. after submitting your application, you will receive a second email confirming your application has been successfully submitted. agency contact information
human resources
email

talent@usps. agency contact information
human resources
email


address

united states postal service
headquarters
475 l'enfant plaza, sw
washington, dc 20260
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next steps

you will be contacted via email on the status of your application

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