Senior Assistant City Attorney - Employment & Labor Law

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.* Representing the City and County of Denver as the employer in federal and state courts, administrative hearings, EEOC/CCRD charges, and other forums;* Providing advice and counsel to clients regarding federal, state and city laws, rules, etc., and other assignments, as needed.* Advising management on federal and state wage and hour issues, leave management, disability accommodations and other workplace issues.* Reviewing handbooks, policies and forms for legal compliance.* Conducting management training regarding labor relations, federal, state and local workplace issues, harassment, discrimination and retaliation.* Negotiating and preparing settlement agreements, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents as necessary.* Drafting and preparing memoranda, motions, briefs and pleadings to be filed in judicial or quasi-judicial proceedings.* Conducting or assisting with legal research.* Assisting attorneys working in specialized areas with litigation, research and related activities.* As assigned by the City Attorney, preparing formal legal opinions on complex matters, in specialized legal areas* All facets of traditional labor relations, including:* Representing management in the formation of new collective bargaining units in the City* Providing legal advice to City managers and executives regarding union organizing, campaigns, card checks and neutrality agreements;* Handling grievance, arbitration and unfair labor practice proceedings; and* Negotiating and/or providing legal advice regarding collective bargaining agreements.* Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.* Substantial experience in employment law issues that include advising clients on legal issues involving:* Title VII* FMLA* ADA* ADEA* FLSA* Experience in public sector employment* Traditional labor experience preferred* Civil litigation experience preferred* Strong written and oral advocacy skills* Excellent attention to detail* Strong organizational and project management skills* Education requirement: Doctor of Jurisprudence degree or Bachelor of Laws degree.* Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience as an attorney at law.* Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.* License/Certifications: Possession of a license to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire or a reasonable expectation of becoming licensed by the Colorado Supreme Court by the date of hire in accordance with C.R.C.P. 203.2, 203.3, 203.4 and 205.6. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.### Work With UsWith competitive pay, , and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise.See yourself experiencing growth and balance.See yourself being respected and valued.See yourself belonging here.Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.**Your journey starts right here.****#SeeYourselfHere**Never miss Dever Jobs— #J-18808-Ljbffr