Job Posting: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

The federal agency that issues patents and registers trademarks is hiring a Senior Associate Ombudsman in Alexandria, Virginia. Reporting to Paul Sotoudeh (the Chief Ombudsman and current chair of COFO), the position serves, "USPTO employees, including bargaining unit and non-bargaining unit employees, supervisors of all experience levels, and senior executives, and works to prevent, address, and facilitate resolution of workplace conflict."

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have significant relevant experience, including ADR techniques and processes used by Ombuds. The GS-14 position pays $139,395 to $181,216 per year and applications are due by May 31, 2024. (USA Jobs: all U.S. citizens; Federal employee and status candidates.)

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