USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Chief Administrative Trademark Judge
Alexandria, Virginia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$208K/yr - $226K/yrThe United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is headquartered in Alexandria, VA. The Chief Administrative Trademark Judge plays a pivotal executive role in shaping trademark adjudication and policy, providing leadership and strategic oversight for the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Responsibilities include overseeing Board operations, developing USPTO rules, and interacting with the legal community.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as a full voting member of the TTAB exercising full administrative, legal and technical authority over the Board
Develop and implement the USPTO rules associated with trademark appeals and trademark opposition, cancellation, concurrent use, and interference proceedings
Ensure the predictability, reliability, and consistency of the thousands of decisions issued annually by Board judges he or she will oversee
Be responsible for the comprehensive executive management, strategic planning, and financial functions essential to effective Board operations
Develop and maintain quality, timeliness, and productivity performance standards for the Board's legal staff and administrative support staff trademark judges and administrative support staff
Interact with the legal community, including the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, bar associations, participate in public conferences and meetings, and create presentations for foreign dignitaries regarding the Board
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so
Required to successfully complete a 1-year SES probationary period (unless previously completed)
A Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-278, and the supplemental form, Confidential Statement of Employment and Financial Interest is required within 30 days after the selection for this position
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty
Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal
May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
Expert knowledge of the legal principles and technical subject matter related to trademark appeals and trial proceedings, with the demonstrated ability to analyze and apply relevant trademark law; interpret complex technical information, and collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse groups to resolve legal and technical issues
Demonstrated executive level experience in directing, supervising, and evaluating the activities of a professional, technical, and legal organizational unit, with proven ability to develop and achieve organizational goals; plan to justify, and executive budgets, delegate assignments effectively, motivate and guide subordinate groups and individuals, and establish and implement programs and policies that advance organizational priorities while fostering a positive, high-performing work environment
Commitment to the Rule of Law and Principles of the American Founding: Requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people
Driving Efficiency: Involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades
Merit and Competence: Involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality
Leading People: Involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture
Achieving Results: Involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors
The Chief Trademark Judge must possess a law degree
The Chief Trademark Judge must be a member in good standing of the Bar of any state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any territorial court under the Constitution
The Chief Trademark Judge must possess significant work experience in the field of trademark law and management
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Company
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