Paralegal

Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l.•Atlanta, GA

8d•$69,341 - $97,182•Hybrid

About The Position

The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world seeks an experienced Paralegal for our office in Atlanta, GA to represent over 17,000 Delta pilots. Under general supervision and within the limitations of Association policy, the Paralegal provides contractual and legal research support and assists in the analysis of contractual disputes. They work closely with MEC officers, representatives, and committee volunteers to assist in gathering information and evidence in order to review and analyze potential contract issues, and support and assist in the development of strategies and tactics for resolution. They interact with pilot members to assess whether potential disputes exist under the Pilot Working Agreement (PWA) and, if so, work with management representatives to informally resolve the dispute while also handling contractual appeals of disputes that are not resolved earlier in the resolution process, including the subsequent processing of cases to the System Board of Adjustment, the preparation of the cases at the Board, and the preparation of post-hearing briefs. They also provide support and assistance in the preparation and processing of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) enforcement cases at all stages, up to and including appeals and filing appeal briefs. Individual responsibility and administrative ability are both required to ensure that tasks are carried out as assigned and important deadlines are meet. Excellent note taking skills in a high-volume environment and ability to travel frequently (20 – 40%) and for prolonged periods of time required.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Two (2) years of paralegal experience required.
Ability to take accurate fast notes and/or shorthand in a high-volume setting required.
Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area, e.g., English, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Pre-Law, or related field, from an accredited college or university preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
Five (5) or more years of paralegal experience strongly preferred.
Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred.
Understanding of collective bargaining agreements, corporate practices, and applicable regulations preferred with a strong preference for an understanding of pilot contracts and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
Knowledge of pilot scheduling, work rules, and benefits issues, e.g., vacation, sick leave, and the like, strongly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots.
Excellent organizational skills.
Able to work independently and to be proactive in identifying and responding to issues and problems.
SharePoint preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides contractual and legal research support.
Assists in the analysis of contractual disputes.
Works closely with MEC officers, representatives, and committee volunteers to gather information and evidence to review and analyze potential contract issues.
Supports and assists in the development of strategies and tactics for resolution of contract issues.
Interacts with pilot members to assess whether potential disputes exist under the Pilot Working Agreement (PWA).
Works with management representatives to informally resolve disputes.
Handles contractual appeals of disputes that are not resolved earlier in the resolution process.
Processes cases to the System Board of Adjustment.
Prepares cases for the Board of Adjustment.
Prepares post-hearing briefs.
Provides support and assistance in the preparation and processing of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) enforcement cases at all stages, up to and including appeals and filing appeal briefs.

Benefits

401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 12% plus 2% contribution into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan (MBCBP) after 180 days of employment.
Employees can choose to make pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax contributions to the 401(k).
The plan permits in-plan Roth conversions and has a 4-year vesting schedule.
The MBCBP has a 3-year cliff vesting period.
Generous health care benefits on day one – Aetna PPO Plan, Aetna High Deductible Health Plan, and a Kaiser HMO Plan (where available), which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee, their spouse, and/or dependent children.
Employees do not have to pay premiums if they enroll in the Aetna High Deductible Health Plan or the Kaiser HMO Plan.
15 days paid vacation and 13 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year.
Generous sick and bereavement leave.
Competitive parental leave.
Company-paid coverage for long term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts.
Retiree health plan and a retiree health account (retiree HRA).
Education Assistance Program that reimburses 100% of eligible expenses.
Optional benefits include a legal plan, supplemental life insurance, college 529 plan, pet insurance, long term care insurance, and qualified transportation fringe benefits (where available).
Partial remote work opportunities are available after six months of service.