Menu
Log in

Career Opportunities

<< First  < Prev   1   2   Next >  Last >> 
  • 2 Jun 2023 8:38 AM | Robert Ritchie (Administrator)

    "The City of Gloucester seeks to hire an assistant general counsel. The assistant general counsel will provide legal advice to appointed and elected public officials, litigate land use, contract, and environmental law cases, negotiate contracts, draft ordinances and regulations, and  represent the city in administrative tribunals.  Please visit  https://gloucester-ma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8223/Assistant-General-Counsel  for a full job description.  To apply, send a cover letter and resume to:  jobs@gloucester-ma.gov "

  • 9 May 2023 10:12 AM | Robert Ritchie (Administrator)

    The Massachusetts Association of Public Purchasing Officials (MAPPO) is seeking an Executive Director for this newly created leadership position. The Executive Director will have broad responsibility for all association administration, including financial management, support administration, administrative systems and procedures, purchasing and general office management. The Executive Director shall also perform business planning and analysis functions commensurate with the position. A full job description can be found at https://www.mappo.org under “Job Opportunities.”

    The contracted, non-benefited, part-time position is appointed by the Executive Board and reports to the President of the Association.

    MAPPO is a private professional organization comprised of over 250 public employees whose duties include all procurement functions and responsibility for public contracting. The organization is dedicated to the education, professional development, and promotion of public procurement professionals across the Commonwealth.

    Compensation is anticipated to be up to $45.00 per hour, depending on experience, and

    To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to mappopresident@gmail.com.


  • 14 Apr 2023 9:00 AM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    The City of Worcester is seeking applicants for an Assistant City Solicitor I to join the fast-paced, high-volume collaborative and congenial Law Department to provide competent and timely legal services, advice, and recommendations.  The attorney will work in the Advice and Counsel Division. The assignments will be based on overall related legal experience and demonstrated proficiency in a local government setting. While expertise may be gained in a specialized area of municipal law, the incumbent assumes responsibility for legal matters in any area as assigned by the City Solicitor.

    ANNUAL SALARY: $71,129 - $89,517 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits package.

    No prior experience in the practice of law is required for this position. Please visit www.worcesterma.gov/employment for complete job description.


  • 14 Apr 2023 9:00 AM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    The City of Worcester is seeking applicants for an Assistant City Solicitor I to join the fast-paced, high-volume collaborative and congenial Law Department to provide competent and timely legal services, advice, and recommendations.  The attorney will work in the Advice and Counsel Division, with some possible crossover to the Litigation Division. The assignments will be based on overall related legal experience and demonstrated proficiency in a local government setting. While expertise may be gained in a specialized area of municipal law, the incumbent assumes responsibility for legal matters in any area as assigned by the City Solicitor.

    ANNUAL SALARY: $71,129 - $89,517 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits package.


  • 14 Apr 2023 9:00 AM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    The City of Worcester is seeking applicants for an Assistant City Solicitor III to join the fast-paced, high volume collaborative and congenial Law Department to provide competent and timely legal services in the litigation division of the Law Department. This position entails advocating on behalf of the City in civil litigation matters in state and federal courts and includes, but is not limited to conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, memoranda, and outlines of questioning and arguments for hearings and trials in court and administrative agencies. While expertise may be gained in a specialized area of municipal law, the incumbent assumes responsibility for legal matters in any area as assigned by the City Solicitor.

    ANNUAL SALARY: $81,753 - $103,772 annually, full-time, exempt, with an excellent benefits package.

    Please visit www.worcesterma.gov/employment for complete job description.

  • 5 Apr 2023 4:45 PM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    Miyares and Harrington LLP is seeking to hire a member of the Massachusetts bar with a minimum of four years’ experience in general municipal and/or labor and employment law or related practice areas. Salary commensurate with experience. We offer a hybrid work environment. 

    The firm concentrates its practice on municipal, land use, labor, employment, environmental, and energy law issues throughout the state, representing municipal governments, as well as private individuals and organizations. Our labor and employment practice is focused on drafting employment and separation contracts, providing discrimination and harassment training, defending grievance appeals, conducting workplace investigations, negotiating and drafting collective bargaining agreements, and responding to general civil service and retirement matters. 

    If you have the skills, experience, and interest to support our commitment to good local government, contact us. The firm is accepting applications now and will be conducting interviews until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit résumés to Miyares and Harrington LLP, 40 Grove Street, Suite 190, Wellesley, MA 02482 or by email to contact@miyares- harrington.com

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or national origin. We encourage applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply. 


  • 23 Mar 2023 2:13 PM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    Municipality north of Boston seeking part-time, temporary City Solicitor to provide coverage for expected upcoming maternity leave.  Looking for 3 days a week, 6 or so hours a day (flexible schedule) expected to start in mid-August and last for approximately 12 weeks. This position is non-benefit eligible. This temporary position will start when current Solicitor goes on maternity leave and will end with her return (approximately 12 weeks later). Only applicants with a background in areas of municipal law should apply.  For the duration of the leave this role will primarily provide day-to-day legal support to 22 department heads and employees, city councilors, members of the various boards and commissions, the Mayor’s Office - this includes providing advice on public records law, land use, open meeting law, employment matters, procurement related/contract matters, charter/ordinance interpretation, etc. All Labor matters and off-hours work to be handled by a combination of outside counsel or Assistant City Solicitor who works for the Solicitor’s Office as necessary. 

    If interested, please send letter of interest and resume to platta@cityofmelrose.org. Responses will be reviewed and considered on a rolling basis. Please submit any materials no later than April 14, 2023. 



  • 10 Mar 2023 4:17 PM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    The MWRA is seeking a Senior Staff Counsel – Labor & Employment to handle legal matters in the areas of labor and employment law. The work includes legal counseling and analysis; and representation of the MWRA in litigation before state and federal courts, administrative proceedings, and grievance proceedings and arbitrations.

    The position requires at least three (3) to six (6) years of relevant legal experience, preferably in the public sector. Full description and application process will be provided shortly or contact MWRA directly for more information.

     Eligible for telework up to 50% of the work week. Waiting period may apply.

    Salary Range: $95,185.03 - $145,648.54 Annually Weekly (Starting salary commensurate with experience)

     

    Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.


  • 8 Feb 2023 4:24 PM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    DLS Seeks Municipal Tax Counsel – Two Openings

    The Division of Local Services is seeking two experienced attorneys to join its dedicated municipal finance legal team. The attorneys who fill these positions serve as a legal resource for personnel within the Department of Revenue and other state agencies on the legal and policy issues that arise in the course of the local tax and finance oversight responsibilities of the Division. The attorneys draft advisory notices, opinions, guidelines and other publications that interpret municipal tax and finance laws and explain agency positions, policies and practices to local officials; draft and review legislation; conduct training programs and presentations for local officials; respond to formal and informal inquiries from state and local officials about municipal tax and finance law; and perform other duties as assigned. The position requires minimal travel throughout Massachusetts.

    The preferred candidates will have experience or background in municipal finance or state or local government. The preferred candidates will also be familiar with the requirements of legal practice in the public sector, have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. To learn more about this exciting public service opportunity, please click here.

  • 1 Feb 2023 4:27 PM | Christopher Brown (Administrator)

    Municipal Labor Attorney

    Mead, Talerman & Costa, LLC, the Commonwealth’s fastest growing municipal law firm, seeks a lawyer with 2+ years’ experience representing clients in public sector labor and employment matters. Positions for more experienced lawyers are also sought. The candidate should have some experience in some of the following areas: collective bargaining, including negotiating, fact-finding, mediation, and arbitration; managing grievances, disciplinary matters and unfair labor practices; and providing representation in administrative and court proceedings. Additional experience in general municipal matters is a plus, but not required. Competitive commensurate with experience, compensation, bonuses, and benefits. Flexible hours; will consider part-time positions. Remote work options. Send resume and writing sample in confidence to: Info@MTCLawyers.com.


<< First  < Prev   1   2   Next >  Last >> 

MMLA

1.781.749.9922
contact@massmunilaw.org

Massachusetts Municipal Lawyers Association
115 North Street
Hingham, MA 02043

Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software