NC
$209,600
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This is a judicial role in the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel, where you would preside over hearings and write decisions on matters of nuclear facility licensing, renewal, and amendments. The position suits experienced litigators with administrative or environmental law backgrounds who can handle complex technical issues, work collegially, and render fair, impartial judgments under pressure.
Our summary, not Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
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What they ask for
Required
- Active member in good standing of a state, territorial, or DC bar
- J.D., LL.B., or equivalent law degree from accredited law school
- At least 10 years of work experience including substantial litigation experience
- At least one year of specialized experience at next lower grade level or equivalent
- Experience comparable in complexity and responsibility to Grade 15 or higher in federal government
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to make fair and impartial decisions in a timely manner
- Trial and administrative hearing procedure knowledge including rules of evidence and witness examination
- Ability to understand, interpret, and apply substantive law
- Ability to assimilate and analyze complex technical subject matter
- Ability to work in a collegial environment
Nice to have
- Prior experience in administrative law
- Prior experience in environmental law
- Extensive litigation experience beyond minimum 10 years
- Prior experience with adjudicatory process as counsel for a party
- Knowledge of civilian nuclear facility licensing and enforcement proceedings
- Experience with computer and telecommunications technologies in legal proceedings