Assistant General Counsel - Litigation Counselor

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Represents department in litigation, researches legal issues and prepares memoranda on pertinent legal topics as assigned by the General Counsel; performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the direction of the General Counsel. In the absence of the General Counsel, works under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Provides guidance and assistance to interns, paralegals, and administrative staff assigned to the General Counsel's Office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Represents the Sheriff, the Department and departmental employees in litigation filed in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies;

Responsible for all aspects of case management, from the commencement of the action through the appellate process, on cases assigned by the General Counsel;

Acts as a special hearing officer on discipline proceedings and fact finding hearings as appointed by the General Counsel;

Represents the Department in various labor relation, negotiations and arbitration proceedings;

Reviews correspondence from opposing counsel and responds appropriately;

Assists in the review, drafting and compilation of contract documents;

Assists in the review, drafting and compilation of departmental policies;

Researches and drafts legal memoranda regarding legal issues relating to the Department;

Investigates and reports on incidents/issues as assigned by the General Counsel;

Responds to public record requests and civil subpoenas sent to the Department;

Flexibility and ability to learn and perform new duties and skills as assigned; and

Performs such additional duties as the Sheriff or designee may assign from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Considerable knowledge of the Massachusetts and Federal Court systems;

Familiarity with the criminal justice system;

Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form;

Working knowledge of and skill at interviewing techniques;

Ability to present effective oral arguments;

Ability to perform legal research and prepare memos and briefs;

Experience in civil litigation;

Admission to the Massachusetts and Federal Bar;

Thorough knowledge of Department policies and procedures is preferred;

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Represent the Department in assigned legal matters;

Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda and briefs;

Effectively prepare and present assigned cases, prepare witnesses, cross-examine opposing parties, and present oral arguments;

Conduct necessary depositions;

Regular, punctual and predictable attendance at assigned workplace, courthouse, and at scheduled meetings;

Knowledge of, compliance with, and enforcement of Department policies and procedures;

Knowledge of, and compliance with court rules, procedures, and deadlines;

Maintain good standing in Massachusetts and Federal bar;

Compliance with security procedures;

Obey moderately complex oral and written orders;

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

Able to independently initiate a project, execute the necessary steps, and complete in a timely and effective manner;

Deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations, including emergencies; and

Exercise good judgment.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Sit or stand periodically for 8 hours;

Appear and perform in courtroom;

Lift up to 25 pounds;

Carry up to 25 pounds;

Climb stairs occasionally;

Walk short distances;

Use a personal computer and e-mail; and

Write and type.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

Participation in mandatory training

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