STAFF ATTORNEY: EMPLOYMENT LAW (GREENFIELD)

Overview

A legal services organization is seeking a staff attorney to join its Employment Law Unit. The attorney will primarily handle unemployment cases as well as cases involving wage and hour issues, leave issues, and employment discrimination. The role includes representing individual clients, conducting community outreach and education, and collaborating closely with community partners. The position is based in the Greenfield office.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in unemployment, wage and hour, leave, and employment discrimination cases
• Engage in community outreach and education efforts
• Work collaboratively with community partners

Requirements

• Open to recent law school graduates and more experienced attorneys
• Third-year law students may apply, though preference is given to licensed attorneys available to start sooner
• Fluency in Spanish (written and oral) is preferred
• Experience in poverty or employment law is preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated dedication to social justice and commitment to working with low-income communities

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary of $73,000 based on a union scale, with adjustments up to $109,000 depending on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • 401(k) with employer-paid contribution
  • Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and dependents
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Paid leave: 4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Relocation stipend
• Hybrid work environment requiring at least three days per week in the assigned office

Location

Greenfield office

Application Process

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter online or mail their application to the Human Resources Director at 370 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01608.

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply, aiming to reflect the diversity of the communities served.