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Are you an experienced attorney dealing with labor relations and administrative law and looking for an opportunity to use your skills in the public sector?
If so, we encourage you to apply!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in an ever-changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.
We seek an experienced and qualified professional for the position of Assistant General Counsel, Board of Labor Relations. This is a full time, 40 hour per week opportunity. The schedule is Monday through Friday, and the hours are 8 AM to 4:30 PM based out of Wethersfield, CT. This position currently has an end date of May 31, 2023 with the probability of an extension.
Benefits and leaves for this position will be subject to the Connecticut General Statutes.
*This salary range shall increase effective July 1. 2022.
We hope you take this opportunity to further your career!
Selection Plan
To apply:
Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meets the preferred qualifications, so please ensure that your application is complete and details your experience as outlined in this job posting. Please note: You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.
Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:
Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
Connect With Us:
- If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov and reference the recruitment number.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Labor, Board of Labor Relations, this class is accountable for the preparation and presentation of legal advice and assistance for the State Board of Labor Relations and in matters pertaining to state employee collective bargaining rights, the State Board of Mediation and Arbitration including representation of the Boards in courts.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Acts as the Legal Officer for the State Board of Labor Relations; researches and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authority in preparation of opinions, briefs and other legal documents; prepares pleadings and other court papers in connection with suits, trials, appeals and other legal procedures; tries cases before all courts; drafts administrative orders, regulations, rulings, directives, guidelines and agreements; advises whether Board policies and guidelines conform to statutory purpose and authority; advises upon evidential value of data brought forth in administrative hearings; researches and prepares material for trial of law suits; prepares and edits Board forms, educational materials and indices; assists in drafting of proposed legislation; provides assistance in implementing newly passed legislation; may assist in preparation of agenda and conduct of executive sessions and deliberations of the Board; may testify before legislative committees; performs above duties for the Board of Mediation and Arbitration when collective bargaining rights of state employees are involved; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of Connecticut Labor Relations Act, Municipal Employees Relations Act, State Employees Relations Act, School Board - Teacher Relations Act, Uniform Administrative Procedures Act and statutes concerning arbitration, mediation and fact finding; considerable knowledge of federal and state labor law decisions; considerable knowledge of legal research methods and procedures; knowledge of legal practices and procedures in Connecticut; knowledge of rules of statutory construction; considerable litigation and legal counseling skills; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable ability to prepare legal documents and apply judicial decisions to interpretation of statutes; considerable ability to prepare legal briefs and present oral argument; ability to conduct legal research; ability to draft/review legislation; some supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience as a practicing attorney dealing with labor relations and administrative law and procedure.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:
- Conducting Legal Research
- Writing, editing, and proofreading legal opinions or documents
- Working in Litigation
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbent must be a member of the Connecticut Bar.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
