Assistant Corporation Counsel III

Assistant Corporation Counsel III

Salary

$126,972.96 - $159,190.89 Annually

Location

Boston City Hall - 1 City Hall Sq

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00003

Department

Office of Labor Relations

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

11/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Overview

The City of Boston is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel III (ACC III) within the Office of Labor Relations. The successful candidate will represent the City in negotiating collective bargaining agreements, interpreting and administering such agreements, and representing the City in litigation that stems from such negotiations and the enforcement of such agreements. In this environment, Counsels are expected to work independently within a complex and highly diverse work environment. This opportunity provides a quality environment and place to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Represents the City in all aspects of labor law litigation, including arbitrations, the Department of Labor Relations, and the Civil Service Commission.
• Provides in-house legal counsel on labor and employment-related matters, which may include, but are not limited to, human resources issues, wage and hour law, state agency claims, labor relations, employee benefits, collective bargaining agreements, and policy-related issues.
• Responsible for managing assigned caseload representing the City of Boston.
• Responsible for litigation in state and federal courts related to labor matters.
• Performs legal research and renders opinions to City officials and Departments by identifying and assessing legal risks and opportunities within the labor and employment area.
• May conduct investigations in conjunction with the Office of Human Resources by gathering information, interviewing individuals, and reviewing documents regarding personnel investigations and/or policy violations.
• Responsible for ordinance drafting, litigation preparation, advice on municipal law matters, negotiation, and other assignments.
• Mentors and assist other attorneys in the conduct of their litigation, contract review, contract negotiation, and departmental advising.
• Performs work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor Degree.
• Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with no disciplinary record.
• At least five (5) or more years of experience, preferably within a government agency or in labor relations.
• Ability to read and interpret legal documents such as decisions, briefs, opinions, and contracts.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of law, including labor and employment law.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency IN Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Westlaw, Lexis, and Social Law Library.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Excellent, clear, and effective writing and organizational skills.
• Maintains professional working relationships with opposing counsel and senior-level staff.
• Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
• Ability to write concisely and effectively, to express thoughts clearly, and to develop ideas in a logical sequence.
• Ability to make effective oral presentations and communicate effectively in oral expression.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: Non-Union/MM2-13

Hours per week: 35

The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected category.

At the City of Boston, we provide our employees with a wide array of benefits and resources that foster both their professional and personal development. Our goal is to make City government a place where everyone is empowered to make a positive impact for the communities in which we live, work, and play.

For full-time positions, employees may be eligible for the following benefits depending on the nature of their employment and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the position. View the Collective Bargaining Agreements page to learn more.

Benefits Available to City Workers

• Retirement & Savings Opportunities: Membership in the Boston Retirement System (BRS), a benefit pension plan providing lifetime income to vested employees when they retire, along with deferred compensation options to help you build a secure future. Visit boston.gov/retirement to learn more.

• Health Insurance & Benefits: The City offers competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus flexible spending (FSA), dependent care accounts, and life insurance for our employees. Visit boston.gov/insurance to learn more.

• Other Benefits: City employees enjoy a benefits package featuring paid time off and leave, subsidized transit (MBTA and Bluebikes), educational assistance, and employee wellness programs. Visit boston.gov/life-city-boston to learn more.

• Salary information: To view salary plans and understand how salaries work at the City of Boston, go to boston.gov/salary.

Part-time employees who are scheduled to work for 20 hours or more per week may also be eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis. Please refer to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to learn more about any benefits available for this position.

If you have any questions about the benefits offered for this position, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 617-635-3370 or ohr@boston.gov.

Employer City of Boston (MA)

Address 1 City Hall Plaza, Room 612

Boston, Massachusetts, 02201

Phone 617-635-3370

Website https://www.boston.gov