Labor Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

SEO Friendly Job Title: Experienced Labor Attorney at MTA Headquarters in New York City

H1 Heading: Join the MTA Team as a Labor Attorney

H2 Heading: Represent the Authorities and Shape Labor Relations Policy

Summary:
Join the MTA team as an experienced Labor Attorney at their headquarters in New York City. This position offers a salary range of $98,742 - $107,375 and HAY points of 611. As a Labor Attorney, you will represent the Authorities at administrative labor hearings and arbitrations, handle complex contractual grievances, and assist in formulating labor relations policy. This position also offers the opportunity for telework one day per week and is open to new hires after 30 days of their effective date of hire.

Responsibilities:
- Represent the Authorities in administrative hearings and arbitrations on labor relations issues
- Investigate labor disputes, prepare legal memoranda, and develop litigation strategies
- Advise, train, and act as a liaison to the Labor Relations Staff
- Assist in contract negotiations and investigations
- Ensure uniformity of interpretation of policies and collective bargaining agreements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and policies related to labor relations
- Familiarity with labor relations law in the public or private sector
- Ability to present cases at administrative hearings and perform legal research
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent organizational and presentation skills

Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and NYS Bar Admission
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Labor Relations with emphasis on legal analysis

Preferred:
- Prior trial experience
- Experience in government and labor contract negotiations and litigations
- Familiarity with MTA policies and procedures
- Knowledge of MTA's collective bargaining procedures

Other Information:
- Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure is required for this position
- MTA and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers
- Qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, including military service members, are encouraged to apply.

Not specified

Eligible for telework (one day per week), 30 days after hire date, health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off.

Not specified

Legal Research, Litigation Strategy, Case Presentation, Case Investigation, Witness Interviewing, Contract Interpretation, Disciplinary Matters, Medical Appeals, Civil Service Law, Policy Formulation, Communication, Interpersonal, Organizational, Presentation, Microsoft Office Suite.

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the contact person listed below.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, NYS Bar Admission, minimum 3 years of experience in Labor Relations with emphasis on Legal Analysis, prior trial experience, familiarity with government and labor contract negotiations and litigation, familiarity with MTA policies and procedures, familiarity with MTA collective bargaining procedures.

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