Labor & Employment Litigation Attorney — Public School District

Cleveland Metropolitan School District; Cleveland, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Metropolitan School District seeks an attorney focused on labor, employment, and civil litigation to support the Office of Legal Services. The role requires handling arbitration, appeals, investigations, and policy guidance with minimal supervision.

Requirements include active Ohio Bar status and at least five years in related practice; education/public-sector experience is a plus. The attorney will collaborate with District leadership to advance compliance and district initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current member in good standing of Ohio Bar or membership within three months of hiring.
• Five years of legal experience concentrated in labor and employment.
• Preferred: experience in education or public-sector field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and multi-task under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and professional legal advice on labor, employment, and litigation matters.
• Represent the District in arbitration, hearings, and appellate proceedings.
• Lead collective bargaining efforts and draft MOUs with labor partners.
• Handle general civil litigation, investigations, and Title IX-related matters.
• Advise District management on employment and civil rights compliance.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Self-motivated multi-tasking

Leadership ability

Strong work ethic and attention to

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ohio Bar admission or eligibility within 3 months of hire

Job description

Cleveland Metropolitan School District seeks an attorney focused on labor, employment, and civil litigation to support the Office of Legal Services. The role requires handling arbitration, appeals, investigations, and policy guidance with minimal supervision.

Requirements include active Ohio Bar status and at least five years in related practice; education/public-sector experience is a plus. The attorney will collaborate with District leadership to advance compliance and district initiatives.