Workers' Compensation Litigation Counsel-(260003ER)
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LITIGATION COUNSEL
Agency Overview
The Human Resources Division is an agency within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. HRD provides legal advice, civil service guidance, training, policy guidance, and technical assistance to state agencies and municipalities. HRD provides support in all matters relating to the Commonwealth's classification, compensation, benefits, recruitment, training & employee development, civil rights, collective bargaining and workers compensation administration.
General Statement of Duties
Defends the Commonwealth's Human Resources Division/Workers' Compensation Unit (HRD/WC) (approximately 150 state agencies) in all workers’ compensation matters before the Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA).
Primary duties include:
Preferred Qualifications:
Experienced workers' compensation attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience litigating cases at the Department of Industrial Accidents. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Experience in providing legal advice on all aspects of workers' compensation law. The candidate should be able to balance multiple projects concurrently. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Word, Teams, PowerPoint and Excel. Candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills.General knowledge of Massachusetts leave and retirement laws.
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) degree and membership in the Massachusetts Bar.
Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class 3 Motor Vehicle Operator's License and the ability to travel to all DIA locations including Boston, Fall River, Worcester, Lawrence and Springfield.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.
III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.
IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official TitleAdministrator VI
United States-Massachusetts-Boston-100 Cambridge Street
Legal Services
Human Resources Division
Full-time
Day
May 1, 2026, 7:31:13 PM
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92,644.84-142,610.92YearlyIf you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA CoordinatorPete Murillo-6178789700Bargaining UnitM99-Managers (EXE)ConfidentialNoPotentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work ScheduleYes
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