Employment Law - General Attorney in New York City, NY

Government

New York City, NY

Employment Law - General Attorney in New York City, NY

Attorney

Min 6 yrs required

No

Job Title: Labor Counsel

Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the authority’s legal advocate in contract grievances, disciplinary cases, arbitrations, trials, mediations, and administrative proceedings, ensuring the Authority’s position is effectively presented.
- Formulate litigation strategy and settlements, prepare witnesses, gather evidence, research legal issues, draft legal briefs and other litigation papers, and present oral arguments to arbitrators, mediators, and Administrative Law Judges.
- Provide day-to-day legal advice and evaluation to Authority management in connection with disciplinary matters, labor issues, New York State Civil Service Law, contract interpretations, and policy formation.
- Ensure compliance with legal obligations under collective bargaining agreements and New York State and Federal law.
- Review labor legislation and formulate the Authority’s statement in support/opposition to legislation, ensuring timely delivery to the legislative team.
- Evaluate evidence, assess possible litigation outcomes, draft disciplinary charges, and formulate proposals.
- Engage in day-to-day contact and negotiations with union representatives to resolve litigation matters and respond to information requests.
- Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, record minutes, assist in developing strategies, and ensure smooth implementation of terms.
- Negotiate labor contracts within cost guidelines and patterns set by the Authority.
- Participate in Labor/Management meetings, prepare minutes, and address and resolve issues to maintain effective communication with unions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
- . degree from an accredited Law School is required.
- Admission to practice law in the State of New York is required.
- Minimum of 6 years of legal experience with primary emphasis on litigation and/or labor relations.

Salary Information:
- Salary Range: $126, to $157,

Additional Information:
- The position involves presenting the Authority’s position in litigated proceedings and day-to-day incidents involving disciplinary matters, advocating to judges, arbitrators, mediators, unions, and senior-level management.
- The role requires knowledge of the statutory framework of labor relations in New York, including New York State Civil Service Law, Administrative Law, and Taylor Law.
- The position demands prioritizing a heavy workload and maintaining a balanced approach to labor management issues.
- Employees may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York if their position earns more than $108,638 per year or if the position is designated as a policymaker.
- MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, encouraging qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply.