Description:

Reports to a Deputy General Counsel. Responsible for providing legal advice regarding labor and employment laws.

General counsel:
Supervisor:
No

Job Qualifications:
Professional law degree (Juris Doctorate/JD) from a recognized and accredited law school. Member of the bar of the highest court of a state or the District of Columbia. Five years of Labor/Employment Law legal experience as a licensed and practicing attorney.

Additional Qualifications/Requirements
In-House Employment Law Attorney
  • Work – Onsite (HQ – Dallas, Texas/Exchange Location)
  • Remote/Telework not authorized per Presidential Memorandum “Return to In Person Work”
  • Candidates eligible for the Military Spouse Exemption may be considered for remote work
  • Alternate authorized onsite duty location may be determined following selection.

Salary Minimum
$100,301.00

Major Duties:
  • Represents the Exchange in various settings including Federal Court, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission , Exchange Hearing Examiner's Office, and/or Labor Arbitrators.
  • Analyzes established legislation, prepares legal documents, reviews agency policies, and advises management on legal matters.
  • Practices preventive law which may include developing and conducting educational sessions regarding prevention of litigation and recommends changes to policy.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Provides analysis of current and proposed laws and policy and provides counsel to leadership.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.