Education/Experience
- Must be licensed to practice law in the United States with a J.D. or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.
- At least 3 years of experience in employment law, preferably with in-house experience.
- Proven track record of handling complex employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes.
- Experience advising on employment policies, procedures, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Ability to think analytically and creatively and to problem solve, with a focus on current, innovative, and proactive approaches to employment law and general litigation Participate in strategic planning and provide legal support to various departments within the company.
- Deep understanding of employment law, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VII, and other relevant statutes.
- Ability to provide strategic legal advice to HR and management on a wide range of employment issues, including hiring, discipline, leave, termination, and workplace investigations.
Competencies
- Proficient in negotiating settlements and resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop practical solutions—familiarity with government contract compliance and multi-state compliance is a plus.
- Takes a proactive approach to implementing change.
- Models high integrity with impeccable ethics.
- Excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- We are seeking an enthusiastic team player who desires to be an important part of the legal department as CES continues its rapid growth nationwide.
Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) company match program.
- Telehealth.
- Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.
- Basic and AD&D Life Insurance paid for by the company.
- Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, financial wellness.
- Auto and Home Insurance discount.
- Paid Time Off and 7 paid Holidays.
- Paid Pregnancy, Parental, and Adoption Leave programs.
- Employee Discount Program.
- Training Programs.
- Internal growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.
- In some jurisdictions, state or local laws address sick leave or other leaves of absence. The Company complies with all such laws. This policy shall apply only to the extent it does not conflict with applicable law.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement
City Electric Supply (CES) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, veteran status, or other protected class status. In addition to the federal law requirements, CES complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. CES also makes reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the ADA. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact HRServices@cityelectricsupply.com or CES Human Resources at 1-855-571-2477 for assistance with an accommodation.
City Electric Supply is a drug free workplace. For further information about CES, visit our website at www.cityelectricsupply.com.
