Assistant City Attorney Labor & Employment Law

Position Description

This position performs professional legal work in the areas of Labor and Employment Law of a high degree of difficulty and complexity as a confidential, non-represented attorney in support of the City's Human Resources and Labor Relations activities.

Application Process:
ALL applicants MUST submit a completed:

• City of Minneapolis online application (including response to screening questions in online application)

It is strongly recommended that the following be submitted:

• Cover Letter (submit via online application)
• Resume (submit via online application)

Applicants failing to follow the application process will not be considered. Resumes are not being accepted in place of an official City of Minneapolis application.

Writing samples and resumes will be required of candidates selected for interview.

Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research, prepare legal opinions, and provide legal advice to City officials and management on labor and employment law issues with a high degree of difficulty and complexity.
• Conduct legal research for pending labor or employment law-related lawsuits and administrative matters with difficulty and complexity.
• Provide subject matter expertise on labor and employment law matters to the litigation team.
• Represent the City in matters relating to employment, labor, personnel, civil rights, governmental authority, data practices, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and other subject matters in State and Federal court and before administrative agencies, judges, and arbitrators.
• Represent the City in labor arbitrations and civil service hearings.
• Advise the Human Resources Department on the legal implications of labor relations and human resources management activities, including but not limited to negotiations, mediation, interest arbitration, grievance arbitration, investigations, and personnel policy drafting and compliance.
• Actively participate in meetings and negotiations on behalf of the City as a public employer.
• Advise and assist in drafting personnel policies, labor agreements, and employment contracts.
• Assist in developing labor relations information defined in Minnesota Statutes § 13.37 and personnel data defined in Minnesota Statutes § 13.43.
• Advise on compliance with Minnesota Government Data Practices Act provisions involved in labor and employment law matters.
• May be responsible for directing the activities of less experienced attorneys in the preparation of opinions, advice, or litigation.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office setting

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum educational requirement of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) plus Minnesota attorney licensure through the successful bar examination and current active bar membership.

Minimum Experience

• At least three years of experience as a practicing attorney in the area of labor and/or employment law. Experience in a related field (i.e., HR, labor relations) will be considered.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensure to practice law in the State of Minnesota and ability to be licensed in federal court. Requires a minimum of 45 credits of continuing legal education courses every three years to maintain state license.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of a rating of relevant education and experience. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Background Check (Police)
The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.

Union Representation
This position is not represented by an exclusive representative and the terms and conditions of employment are not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire three months after it has been established.

Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of employment and labor law.
• Ability to analyze and apply legal principles and knowledge to individual cases and problems.
• Ability to interview and consult with witnesses and to prepare cases for hearing.
• Ability to present the City’s position in court and administrative proceedings.
• Ability to advise decision-makers.
• Ability to draft, review, and revise policies and contracts.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the City’s elected officials, the City’s independent boards and commissions, department heads and departmental staff, the judiciary, arbitrators, and the general public.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page .

New 12 weeks of paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements .

Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , health club discounts and more.

Closing Date/Time: 9/26/2024 11:59 PM Central

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