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    Assistant General Counsel - Boston, MA, United States - Suffolk County Sheriff's Department

    Suffolk County Sheriff's Department
    Suffolk County Sheriff's Department Boston, MA, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Represents department in litigation, researches legal issues and prepares memoranda on pertinent legal topics as assigned by the General Counsel; performs related work as required.


    SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
    Works under the direction of the General Counsel. In the absence of the General Counsel, works under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.


    SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
    Provides guidance and assistance to interns, paralegals, and administrative staff assigned to the General Counsel's Office.


    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    # Represents the Sheriff, the Department and departmental employees in litigation filed in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies;
    # Responsible for all aspects of case management, from the commencement of the action through the appellate process, on cases assigned by the General Counsel;
    # Acts as a special hearing officer on discipline proceedings and fact finding hearings as appointed by the General Counsel;
    # Represents the Department in various labor relation, negotiations and arbitration proceedings;
    # Reviews correspondence from opposing counsel and responds appropriately;
    # Assists in the review, drafting and compilation of contract documents;
    # Assists in the review, drafting and compilation of departmental policies;
    # Researches and drafts legal memoranda regarding legal issues relating to the Department;
    # Investigates and reports on incidents/issues as assigned by the General Counsel;
    # Responds to public record requests and civil subpoenas sent to the Department;
    # Flexibility and ability to learn and perform new duties and skills as assigned; and
    # Performs such additional duties as the Sheriff or designee may assign from time to time.


    QUALIFICATIONS:
    # Considerable knowledge of the Massachusetts and Federal Court systems;
    # Familiarity with the criminal justice system;
    # Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form;
    # Working knowledge of and skill at interviewing techniques;
    # Ability to present effective oral arguments;
    # Ability to perform legal research and prepare memos and briefs;
    # Experience in civil litigation;
    # Admission to the Massachusetts and Federal Bar;
    # Thorough knowledge of Department policies and procedures is preferred;
    # Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.



    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
    # Represent the Department in assigned legal matters;
    # Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda and briefs;
    # Effectively prepare and present assigned cases, prepare witnesses, cross-examine opposing parties, and present oral arguments;
    # Conduct necessary depositions;
    # Regular, punctual and predictable attendance at assigned workplace, courthouse, and at scheduled meetings;
    # Knowledge of, compliance with, and enforcement of Department policies and procedures;
    # Knowledge of, and compliance with court rules, procedures, and deadlines;
    # Maintain good standing in Massachusetts and Federal bar;
    # Compliance with security procedures;
    # Obey moderately complex oral and written orders;
    # Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
    # Able to independently initiate a project, execute the necessary steps, and complete in a timely and effective manner;
    # Deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations, including emergencies; and
    # Exercise good judgment.

    MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
    # Sit or stand periodically for 8 hours;
    # Appear and perform in courtroom;
    # Lift up to 25 pounds;
    # Carry up to 25 pounds;
    # Climb stairs occasionally;
    # Walk short distances;
    # Use a personal computer and e-mail; and
    # Write and type.


    ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
    Participation in mandatory training.
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