Employment Practices Counsel

Cintas • Mason, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Cintas is seeking an Employment Practices Counsel to provide in-house legal services with a particular emphasis on labor and employment practices. This role assists the corporate office in managing employment matters and achieving appropriate resolutions in a cost-effective and efficient manner. The position offers leadership and consultation to location management on developing positive employment practices and ensuring consistent execution of corporate policies. The job holder works under the general supervision of the Deputy General Counsel.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor Degree
• Admitted to a state bar
• Minimum 2 years full-time relevant legal experience
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel extensively and on short notice
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and intranet/internet

Responsibilities

• Consulting with management on policy interpretation and compliance issues, including performance management, disciplinary processes, legal inquiries, and general employment law.
• Serving as escalation support and liaison between field management and Deputy General Counsel.
• Delivering training for supervisors, managers, and HR staff on topics such as Corporate Policies, investigations, maintaining positive employment practices, and various employment law topics including the ADAAA, FMLA, ADEA, and Title VII.
• Working collaboratively with Labor Relations Counsel and field operations on the interpretation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Conducting employment practices audits and investigations at field locations as directed and providing a written summary of audits with recommendations and next steps to location management and executives.
• Using preventative measures such as proactive involvement, early identification, and resolution of potential issues/disputes to manage and minimize risk and increase the effectiveness of services.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive medical, dental and vision benefits, with premiums below the national average.
• Flexibility with four different medical plan options; one plan is offered at zero cost.
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match/Profit Sharing/Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, 100% Company Paid
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Skills Development, Training and Career Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree