FOCUS On Communities United for Success · 1 day ago
Lawyer
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years exp
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Hiring Manager
Eric A. Brockman
Insider Connection @FOCUS On Communities United for Success
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Responsibilities
Review and update FOCUS’s HR policies and employee handbooks, ensuring compliance with Maryland employment law and federal regulations.
Draft legally sound policies on issues such as workplace conduct, equal opportunity, and diversity.
Enforce employee and student-partnership policies
Provide guidance on compliance with Maryland and federal employment laws, including labor standards, anti-discrimination laws, and wage and hour requirements.
Advise on employee relations issues and assist in mitigating potential legal risks.
Draft, review, and revise employment contracts, consultant agreements, and volunteer agreements.
Ensure contracts are legally compliant and protect the organization’s interests.
Offer training for leadership and HR staff on Maryland-specific employment law and legal considerations for nonprofits.
Act as a resource for legal questions related to employee relations and HR compliance.
Assist with legal matters related to HR initiatives, such as diversity and inclusion programs, performance management, and talent acquisition.
Provide advice on legal considerations for expanding FOCUS to new locations, with emphasis on Maryland compliance.
Qualification
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Required
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Minimum of 5 years practicing employment or labor law, with specific experience in Maryland employment law.
Strong understanding of Maryland employment laws and nonprofit HR compliance.
Excellent legal drafting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to provide practical and strategic legal advice in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
Licensed to practice law in Maryland.
Preferred
Nonprofit experience.
Additional licensing in DC or Virginia is a plus.
Benefits
Contribute to a transformative, mission-driven organization dedicated to building stronger communities.
Gain experience in the nonprofit sector.
Flexible schedule with remote work options.
Recognition on FOCUS’s website and in annual reports.
Company
FOCUS On Communities United for Success
Since 1994, Focus has worked to address the personal and educational needs of challenged communities throughout the greater District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia area in the field of I.T.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase
