Attorney, Labor Relations (Anticipated Vacancy) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools • Boston, MA

15h

About The Position

This position is an anticipated vacancy, expected to be filled by 10/02/2026. The role is responsible for all aspects of labor relations for the entire Boston Public Schools District. This includes negotiating, administering, interpreting, and enforcing collective bargaining agreements, advising on labor and employment issues, leading litigation, and developing training programs to support labor relations objectives.

Requirements

• Law Degree, Juris Doctor from accredited law school
• Admission to Massachusetts Bar
• Extensive knowledge regarding employee and labor relations protocols, M.G.L. 150E, and state and federal employment laws
• Excellent legal writing skills
• Excellent oral and presentation skills.
• Proficient project management skills in a multiple location/unit environment.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of employee and labor relations experience, including conflict resolution, dispute resolution, collective bargaining and litigation
• Experience with mediation and other dispute resolution systems and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Excellent coaching skills regarding employee and labor relations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a team-based environment.
• Experience managing collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience with impact bargaining negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of labor relations for entire Boston Public Schools District including, but not limited to: Negotiate, administer, interpret and enforce 13+ collective bargaining agreements for approximately 9600 employees; devise and implement strategies for effective negotiations.
• Advise principals, headmasters, executives, managers and supervisors regarding labor and employment issues.
• Lead litigation related to labor grievances at district level disciplinary hearings, arbitrations regarding employee performance, discipline and contract interpretation, and before the Massachusetts Division of Labor Relations, Civil Service Commission and State Courts
• Draft motions, collective bargaining agreements, legal memorandum and post-arbitration briefs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Union Leadership such as monthly labor management meetings.
• Develop, train and provide instruction necessary to support BPS labor relations objectives and ensure the fair, consistent and efficient administration of its collective bargaining agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager