Commonwealth of Massachusetts · 15 hours ago
Human Resources Division - Labor Counsel
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$93K/yr - $143K/yr
2+ years expThe Commonwealth of Massachusetts is one of the state's largest employers, seeking a driven and talented Labor Counsel to join the Human Resources Division. This role involves advocacy, consultation, and legal support in labor and employment law, making a significant impact in state government.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Representing HRD and various Commonwealth agencies before labor arbitrators, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), Department of Labor Relations, and Civil Service Commission
Providing expert consultation on employment investigations and collective bargaining
Utilizing strong legal research and writing skills to support our mission
Thriving in an environment where autonomy and independent judgment are valued
Represent the employer in all aspects of labor and employment law litigation before various administrative agencies
Consult with agency clients and provide legal advice
Assist with policy development and drafting of legislation
Research and draft legal memos
Assist investigators with ongoing investigations
Provide legal support to collective bargaining
Provide assistance to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel as directed
Qualification
Required
Advocacy and Representation: Representing HRD and various Commonwealth agencies before labor arbitrators, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), Department of Labor Relations, and Civil Service Commission
Consultation and Strategy: Providing expert consultation on employment investigations and collective bargaining
Research and Writing: Utilizing your strong legal research and writing skills to support our mission
Independent Work: Thriving in an environment where autonomy and independent judgment are valued
Preferred
Applicants must have admission to the Massachusetts Bar
At least two to three years of experience in Labor Arbitration and/or Employment law – public sector preferred
Knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices of law including labor and employment law
Prior Experience in Union setting or government agency
Past experience with MCAD, Civil Service, Department of Labor Relations
Ability to travel throughout the Commonwealth as assigned and necessary
Knowledge of legal research methods and procedures
Ability to read and interpret legal documents such as decisions, briefs, opinions and contracts
Ability to understand and apply laws, rules and regulations governing agency operations and assigned unit activities
Ability to exercise sound judgment; ability to exercise discretion, in confidential information
Ability to explain the provisions of the laws, rules, regulations and procedures, guidelines and policies governing agency operations and assigned unit activities
Ability to gather information through questioning and observing individuals and by examining records and documents
Ability to establish rapport and maintain harmonious working relationships with others
Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress
Ability to deal effectively with others; ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful and/or emergency situations
Ability to ability to work professionally in adversarial relationships with opposing counsel
Ability to assemble items of information in accordance with established procedures; ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner, ability to conduct interviews
Ability to write concisely and effectively to express thoughts clearly, and to develop ideas in logical sequence
Ability to make effective oral presentation; ability to communicate effectively in oral expression
Company
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Commonwealth of Massachusetts is a government administration.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$20.84MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-10-29Grant· $20.84M
Leadership Team
David J. Kelly
CEO/President
Mary-Louise White
CEO
Recent News
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