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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Investigative Hearing Officer/Mediator

Boston, MA

Job Description

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. 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.

The Massachusetts Department of Labor Relations is seeking an Investigative Hearing Officer/Mediator (Counsel I). The selected candidate will conduct in-person investigations of unfair labor practice charges, draft and issue complaints and dismissal letters and provide mediation of contract negotiations.

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Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Conducts in-person investigations of unfair labor practice charges by holding informal conferences.
  • Drafts and issues complaints and dismissal letters by reviewing and analyzing the record of the case, positions of the parties, reviewing written material submitted, interpreting conflicting legal theories, applying DLR regulations, procedures and agency rulings in order to issue a probable cause ruling.
  • 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.

A recent writing sample must be submitted with the application.

SALARY PLACEMENT IS DETERMINED BY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE POSITION AND THE HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION'S RECRUITING GUIDELINES.

Qualifications

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.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA, USA
Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-230001NI
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Pension
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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