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By joining the American Red Cross  you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best.  Are you ready to be part of  the world's largest humanitarian network?

Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!

Job Description:

WHY CHOOSE US? 
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve.  Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.  

The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. 

At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!  

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE JOB:
This position will provide legal support to the Labor and Employment team within the Office of General Counsel. The Labor and Employment team consists of three attorneys and two paralegals who manage labor and employment law matters.

The position is remote, but we are asking for candidates who can support US East Coast business hours. For example, West Coast candidates would be asked to start their day around 10 am ET/7 am PT.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):
The paralegal’s responsibilities will include but not be limited to: 
•    Managing and tracking requests for advice from HR and labor professionals throughout the Red Cross organization; 
•    Responding to questions about organizational policy, legal requirements, and other issues related to labor and employment and compliance; 
•    Opening and maintaining litigation matters and documents on a web-based database (Thompson Reuters Legal Tracker); 
•    Handling subpoenas and other requests for employment records; 
•    Conducting substantive legal research using Westlaw and other databases, and providing written summaries of research or memoranda in support of special projects; 
•    Compiling & analyzing data regarding reductions in force; 
•    Monitoring electronic inboxes for inquiries and new matters; 
•    Crafting and implementing legal holds 
•    Supporting outside counsel by coordinating with various departments the gathering of information, materials, documents, and other evidence necessary to propound or respond to discovery and/or support motion practice. 
•    Maintaining and managing litigation dashboards and reporting using Excel, Power BI, and other data-visualization tools 
•    Providing administrative support as needed.

Scope: Individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Apply subject matter knowledge. Capacity to understand specific needs or requirements to apply skills/knowledge.

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.  The American Red Cross does not sponsor employment visas.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (required/minimum qualifications):
•    Bachelors’ degree or equivalent years of experience required. 
•    5 years of relevant previous legal experience required
•    Paralegal certificate a plus but not required 
•    Knowledge of and experience with labor and employment matters strongly preferred

Candidates must have strong skills in the following areas: 
•    organizational skills, 
•    attention to detail, 
•    critical thinking and judgment, 
•    ability to express ideas clearly (orally and in writing), 
•    research skills, 
•    willingness to learn and be flexible, 
•    a customer service ethic, 
•    strong interpersonal skills, 
•    and the ability to manage and juggle multiple projects. 
•    Also required is a proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with Power BI or similar data-visualization software a plus. 

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE (preferred qualifications): 
•    Experience in labor & employment matters
•    Power BI or similar dashboard/data analytics software used for case tracking 
•    a self-starter and customer-service work-ethic, 
•    able to think critically and use good judgment, 
•    a willingness to learn and be flexible to changing business needs

* Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

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PAY INFORMATION: 
The starting annual salary range for this position is $35/ hour - $40/ hour. This role is nonexempt. We do not offer an annual bonus for this role. 

Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. **We will review specific salary information at the time of phone screening based upon your location & experience.**

This job will be posted for a minimum of five business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be expanded.

BENEFITS FOR YOU:
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work, retirement, getting healthy and more. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance and learn. 
•    Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans 
•    Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
•    PTO + Holidays 
•    401K with up to 5% Match 
•    Paid Family Leave
•    Employee Assistance Programs 
•    Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term 
•    Service Awards and Recognition

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Apply now!  Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Interested in Volunteering?

Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.

Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.

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