This position is located in Office of Commission Appellate Adjudication. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within the agency. The supervisor is Cathy Kanatas. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements. This position is subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements.
The successful candidate will perform the full range of attorney duties for the office. Such duties may include but are not limited to: Analyzes and interprets significant issues involving the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, the National Environmental Policy Act, the administrative Procedure Act, and other sources of legal authority, with particular emphasis on those areas dealing with the NRC's quasi-judicial functions.
Reviews, and where necessary, drafts memoranda and orders for the Commission affirming, reversing, or modifying significant decisions of the Atomic Safety Licensing Board, in the course of presenting alternative legal options that incorporate, as appropriate, the views of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC).
Recommends to the Commission courses of action to take on other significant matters that may come before the Commission in its quasi-judicial capacity (including, but not limited to, matters of original Commission jurisdiction). Represents OCAA in meetings and conferences with the Commissioners, their staffs and OGC. Conducts legal research and analysis to provide available options in support of the Commission's decision-making process.
Assists in advising the Commission on the significance and policy implications of proposed major actions. Performs legal sufficiency reviews of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) documents and drafts final agency decisions (FADs) to ensure compliance with Title VII, the Rehabilitation Act, the ADEA, and EEOC Management Directive 110. Performs special related legal duties as directed.
Applicant must possess a J.D. degree; or an LL.M. degree; and be an active member of the bar in good standing (any jurisdiction). You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application. Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including: comprehensive health and life insurance plans; Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care; Dental and Vision Insurance; retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan); annual (vacation) and paid sick leave; family friendly leave policies; 11 paid holidays per year; transit benefits.
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This position is with Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $143193 – $187093/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a L Access Authorization security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-14.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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