Staff Attorney

This position is EXEMPT from the State of Delaware Merit System.

Recruitment #080624-J65725-21700

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Summary Statement

This position works within the Administrative Office of the Courts and serves at the pleasure of the State Court Administrator.

Preferred Qualification

Applicants that do not possess these preferred qualifications will still be eligible for the position if they are certified and possess the required knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the Essential Functions section.

  1. Experience with labor and employment law.
  2. Experience in public sector bargaining.
  3. Ability to train management, HR personnel, and court staff attorneys on labor and employment laws.

Essential Functions

Working under the supervision of the Chief of Legal Services, this position will be responsible for:

  • Providing counsel and guidance to court management, court HR departments and court staff attorneys on issues of labor and employment law, including but not limited to, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, and other applicable state and federal laws.
  • Providing counsel and guidance to court management, court HR departments, and court staff attorneys on labor/union related law, including but not limited to, bargaining, contract interpretation, grievance/arbitration, and disciplinary matters pursuant to applicable CBAs and labor laws.
  • Reviewing and developing Judicial Branch employment rules, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal law.
  • Training court management, court HR staff, and court staff attorneys on labor and employment laws and trends.
  • Lead internal investigations regarding employee relations matters and prepare written summaries and recommendations.
  • Represent the judicial branch in employment related hearings.
  • Any other job-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Graduation from an accredited law school/member in good standing of the Delaware State Bar.
  2. Minimum of five years of work experience as a labor and employment attorney.
  3. Excellent research and writing skills.
  4. Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
  5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  6. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  7. Ability to work in an environment where priorities may change daily due to internal or external demands.
  8. A cover letter and resume. (A legal writing sample may be requested at a later date.)

Conditions of Hire

  • A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
  • Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.

Benefits

  • Full time employees are eligible for FREE parking!!!
  • To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.