Chief Administrative Law Judge presso Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Not Required

Duties

Oversee the legal activities in the Office of Administrative Law Judges, including effective management of the case load in order to prevent delays and ensure uniformity on precedents, policies, and practices. Lead and provide strategic direction to Administrative Law Judges and Attorney Advisors. Issue initial decisions and orders in adjudicatory proceedings which become final decisions of the Board unless appealed to the Chair of the Board or other applicable appellate body. Make a constant review and study of the Board's current procedures for the purpose of assuring that these procedures meet the requirements of due process and the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act. Meet with the ALJs and representatives of the aviation industry to weigh suggested changes in procedures and practices to better facilitate all the Board's quasi-judicial functions. Directly and in coordination with other Board entities, ensure timely and accurate responses to internal and external inquires including congressional inquiries.

Qualifications

For Former or Current ALJ Applicants: Current Administrative Law Judges are not subject to the minimum qualification and licensure requirements. For All Other Applicants: You must meet the minimum qualification and licensure requirement specified in section 3(a)(ii) of the E.O. (5 CFR 6.3(b)). This means the minimum qualification and licensure requirement for an ALJ position is the possession of a professional license to practice law and being authorized to practice law under the laws of a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or any territorial court established under the United States Constitution at the time of selection and any new appointment (other than an incumbent ALJ). Judicial status is acceptable in lieu of ''active'' status in States that prohibit sitting judges from maintaining ''active'' status to practice law, and being in ''good standing'' also is acceptable in lieu of ''active'' status in States where the licensing authority considers ''good standing'' as having a current license to practice law. In addition, the head of an agency may establish any additional requirements he or she deems necessary. *ALJs must be held to a high standard of conduct to maintain the integrity and independence of the administrative judiciary. For more information see link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/specialty-areas/administrative-law-judge-positions/ Desirable Qualifications: Applicants are required to submit a narrative response addressing your specific knowledge, skills, and abilities that demonstrate your possession of these qualifications. Be sure to provide specific examples of what you've done that demonstrates your possession of each desirable qualification. Please limit your written responses to no more than 2 pages in length. Knowledge and experience in presiding at formal adjudicatory hearing; ability to conduct hearings in a dignified, orderly and impartial manner; ability to make and effectuate practical solutions to problems; and, at all times, ability to exercise courteous and tactful dealings with all personalities, not infrequently under trying conditions. NOTE: In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.

Education

There is no education substitution for this grade. Must possess J.D. or LL.B degree. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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 an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Other Information

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and various benefits as well as work life amenities such as alternate work schedules, telework, flextime, fitness and transit benefits. Moving expenses associated with permanent change of station (PCS) ARE NOT authorized for this position. NTSB may authorize Recruitment Incentives currently offered by the Federal Government for highly qualified candidates who possess unique skills and abilities. If you left Federal Employment and received a buy out and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the payment. Telework may be issued for Ad-Hoc/Situational purposes. NTSB uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office.