Assistant Counsel - Labor & Employment (Newark, NJ, US) - PSEG
Newark, NJ
About the Job
Requisition: 78809
PSEG Company: PSEG Services Corp.
Salary Range: $ 129,000 - $ 211,900
Incentive: PIP 20%
Work Location Category: Remote Local
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.
We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Job Summary
This is a multi-level position with two active postings and placement of the successful candidate (as Assistant Counsel or Associate Counsel) will be based on skills, knowledge and experience
Advises and directly represents the Corporation and its subsidiaries in a broad range of labor and employment matters, as part of a highly-skilled collaborative team of Employment, Labor & Benefits attorneys.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides responsive and timely legal advice to internal clients, including senior management, human resources and industrial relations professionals, on broad range of labor and employment law issues, including discipline, leave, duty to bargain, accommodations, and wage and hour;
- Works strategically with senior business and HR partners, providing advice and support on HR initiatives, investigations and corporate policies;
- Maintains awareness of legal developments in relevant jurisdictions, provides updates internally, and works to implement necessary changes to policies/practices;
- Develop expertise in designated specialty areas within labor & employment practice, serving as subject matter expert as appropriate;
- Provides training to large groups on a variety of topics relating to labor & employment law;
- Evaluates both legal and business risks of legally acceptable alternatives and implements solutions;
- Handles administrative matters and hearings before federal and state agencies, including the National Labor Relations Board, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, state fair employment practices agencies, and the Department of Labor;
- Represent the Corporation as lead counsel in labor arbitrations;
- May be asked to prepare witnesses, take depositions and prepare motion papers; and
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required Skills, Competencies, Education or Experience:
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school;
- Admission to New Jersey bar (or ability to be admitted by motion promptly upon hire);
- Five or more years of legal experience representing employers in labor & employment law matters (including employment litigation and/or labor arbitration);
- Demonstrated experience with New Jersey and/or New York labor & employment laws and federal law counterparts;
- Ability to handle significant matters with limited supervision or direction;
- Must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity; and
- Must demonstrate and value differences in others’ strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.
Desired Skills, Competencies, Education or Experience:
- Admission to New York bar (or ability to be admitted by motion shortly after hire);
- Experience representing New Jersey and New York employers;
- Experience handling traditional labor matters, including labor arbitrations and/or NLRB matters;
- Experience handling OSHA matters, including interacting with the agency;
- Experience with prevailing wage determinations, governance and/or audits; and
- Experience with affirmative action work, including OFCCP audits.
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PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.
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