Employment Counsel

Responsibilities

• Provide knowledgeable and practical legal advice to human resources professionals and other company leaders regarding day-to-day employment law issues, including discipline, performance management, non-discrimination, non-harassment, wage and hour practices, background checks and drug testing, and employment law compliance issues.
• Guide human resources professionals on ADA interactive process discussions, FMLA, and other leave-related compliance issues.
• Manage a docket of employment law litigation matters in coordination with outside employment counsel.
• Respond to attorney demand letters and agency administrative charges involving employment-related claims.
• Develop company policies and associated materials in response to applicable legal developments.
• Develop and deliver training to HR professionals on employment law topics.
• Occasional travel when required (0%-10%).
• Other projects or duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school with 4 to 6 years of experience as an employment attorney handling a wide range of employment matters and litigation, with an emphasis on California employment law.
• Admission to California state bar with an active license, or satisfaction of requirements for registered in-house practice in the State of California.
• Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad range of legal issues.
• Strong ethical background and commitment to integrity.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through; excellent organizational skills.
• Experience with union-represented workforces is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Paid Time Off.
• Retirement Benefits.
• Complimentary Health Screenings.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.