Investigative Hearing Officer - Counsel I

State of Massachusetts • Boston, MA • 9h ago

The Department of Labor Relations (DLR) is a neutral agency charged with administering the Commonwealth's collective bargaining statutes. The Department exercises jurisdiction over public sector employers In Massachusetts and the labor organizations that represent their employees pursuant to M.G.L. c.150E and M.G.L. c.150A. In addition, the DLR's jurisdiction extends to a small number of private sector employers who do not fall under the jurisdiction of the National Labor Relations Board as well as administration of M.G.L. c.150F pertaining to transportation network drivers. The DLR is seeking an Investigative Hearing Officer/Mediator (Counsel I). The selected candidate will conduct investigations of unfair labor practice charges, draft and issue complaints and dismissal letters and provide mediation of contract negotiations. Duties include but are not limited to: - Conducts in-person and videoconference investigations of unfair labor practice charges filed pursuant to M.G.L. c.150E, M.G.L. c.150A or M.G.L. c.150F. - Evaluates facts and law, drafts and issues complaints and dismissal letters. - Conducts research, writes memoranda of law, and performs information officer duty. - Investigates representation and written majority authorization petitions field pursuant to M.G.L. c.150E, M.G.L. c.150A or M.G.L.c.150F and drafts decisions. - Provides contract, grievance and unfair labor practice mediation services. Requirements: This position requires the demonstrated ability to conduct probable cause investigations; mediate labor disputes and contracts; evaluate facts and law; draft and issue complaints and orders of dismissal; conduct legal research; write memoranda of law and perform Information Officer duties. It also requires demonstrated ability to facilitate the informal resolution of cases during their investigatory and adjudicatory phases. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in trials or hearings and the ability to write decisions that are of a publishable quality. APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A RESUME, COVER LETTER AND RECENT WRITING SAMPLE WITH THEIR ELECTRONIC APPLICATION. SALARY PLACEMENT IS DETERMINED BY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE POSITION AND THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT'S RECRUITING GUIDELINES First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the Massachusetts Bar and some experience in legal research, legal writing, and legal procedures and processes. Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid Motor Vehicle Drivers License at a Class level specific to assignment. Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Legal ServicesOrganization: Department of Workforce Development Title: Investigative Hearing Officer - Counsel I Location: Massachusetts-Boston-2 Avenue De Lafayette Requisition ID: 2500089E

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