LABOR RELATIONS STAFF ATTORNEYDEPARTMENT: CORPORATION COUNSEL, Labor Relations, City of New HavenSalary Minimum: $60,668POSTED UNTIL: August 21, 2020
NATURE OF WORK:
The Labor Relations Staff Attorney is accountable for independently performing a full range of labor relations activities related to public sector bargaining and municipal employees.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate will have Three (3) years of professional experience with primary responsibility for labor relations matters, labor contract negotiations and/or presentation of arbitration or prohibited practice complaints. Additionally, must possess the following knowledge, abilities and skills, including but not limited to: Considerable knowledge of collective bargaining and labor relations; Considerable knowledge of rules of evidence; Considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and guidelines; Considerable knowledge of rules of practice and procedures before administrative bodies; Knowledge of human resources administration and affirmative action; Knowledge of public sector job classification, compensation and benefits; Considerable negotiating skill; Considerable skill in writing technical contract provisions. See job description for additional information.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Must possess a law degree and be member in good standing with the Connecticut Bar and the Federal Bar. Must possess a valid CT drivers’ license with a good driving history. May be required to travel.INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY: In order to be considered for this title, you must submit an application during the posting period. Those persons meeting minimum requirements will be invited to participate in a Civil Service Exam at a later date.
1) Go to https://newhavenct.munisselfservice.com/
2) Click on Employment Opportunities and follow all instructions provided.  You will need a valid, working email address to apply.   Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check, (2) a pre-employment physical examination, including pre-employment drug screening, and (3) a 90-day probationary period. Please note that our preferred method of communication with applicants is by email. In the application process, please provide us with a valid email address, and ensure that you monitor your email for correspondence from our department. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ONLY ACCEPTED ON-LINE at https://newhavenct.munisselfservice.com/  Internet access is available to applicants without computers or internet service at the following locations: Dept. of Human Resources 200 Orange St. Room #102 New Haven, CT 06510 Mon- Fri 9:00 am - 4:30 pm and at all branches of the New Haven Free Public Libraries. Location access may be limited due to COVID-19 health regulations.