Labor Relations Associate and Junior Counsel

4 weeks ago


Baltimore, Maryland, United States National Fire Sprinkler Association Full time
Job Title: Labor Relations Associate and Junior Counsel

Job Type: Full-time

Description:

National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) is seeking a highly skilled Labor Relations Associate and Junior Counsel to support its collective bargaining efforts on behalf of unionized fire sprinkler contractors across the country. This role will involve serving as a member of negotiating teams, conducting research, drafting reports, and developing negotiation plans and strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serving as a member of various negotiating teams in multi-employer collective bargaining for NFSA union contractors.
  • Conducting research and drafting reports/statistical analysis in preparation for collective bargaining.
  • Assisting in the development of negotiation plans and strategies.
  • Drafting provisions for and amendments to collective bargaining agreements.
  • Serving as a fiduciary trustee on various Taft-Hartley pension, health and welfare, education, and other benefit funds.
  • Supporting member contractors with contract administration, grievance, arbitration, and NLRB issues.
  • Researching and drafting various other Association policies & procedures and participating in public policy review and drafting.
  • Participating in oversight of various committees associated with the collective bargaining process (i.e., negotiating, apprenticeship, labor-management cooperation, industry promotion).
  • Developing strong working relationships with Association member contractors, union officials, and members of the Association's Board of Directors.
  • Assisting the NFSA Labor/Legal Staff and President on various day-to-day issues as assigned.
  • Developing a strong expertise in a comprehensive range of labor, legal and governance issues pertinent to NFSA as a trade association and provider of services to its members.
  • Assisting in keeping departmental records and files well organized.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctorate degree with admission to practice law in at least one state.
  • Preferably three (3) to five (5) years employment law experience in labor relations or labor law, in either a corporate or law firm setting.
  • Excellent planning, delegating, and organizing skills.
  • Excellent written, verbal communications and quantitative skills, along with good computer literacy (Microsoft Office 365 applications).
  • Ability to succeed in a consensus environment with many different stakeholders, including good listening and leadership skills.
  • Teamwork & collaboration - creates a climate that fosters commitment to a common vision and shared values that promote cooperation and working together through trust and support of others.

Work Environment:

This is a fast-paced environment with multiple projects going simultaneously. The successful candidate will be highly organized, able to prioritize tasks, and work effectively in a team environment. The ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, contractors, and union officials is essential. The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a consensus environment.

What We Offer:

NFSA offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a highly motivated and organized individual with a passion for labor relations and law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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