UniServ Labor Relations Consultant

Ohio Education Association•Middleburg Heights, OH

6d•$98,000 - $116,000•Remote

About The Position

The Ohio Education Association (OEA) is seeking a person for a challenging and rewarding position as UniServ Labor Relations Consultant. This position assists the United Education Profession in the achievement of its goals through membership recruitment, promotion, and engagement and support to local associations and members in areas including, but not limited to, organizing, collective bargaining, member rights advocacy, local development and training, professional efficacy, and political advocacy. This position entails representation and advocacy on behalf of Ohio’s public educators. Interested applicants should have extensive professional experience in collective bargaining, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, writing and developing contract language, and grievance processing. Applicants should also possess member advocacy experience, including internal and external organizing and training and development of association leaders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Demonstrated competency and proficiency in organizing, consulting skills, political action, member advocacy, and collective bargaining among others
Demonstrated proficiency in developing productive relationships using strong interpersonal skills
High proficiency in exercising good judgment and reasoning skills
Ability to creatively solve problems in a dynamic environment
Ability to interact and consult effectively with diverse groups including local leadership and association members
High proficiency in verbal and written communication including drafting proposals, developing presentations and producing materials and reports for a variety of specific audiences
Familiarity with education policy, practice and political environment
Proficient in technology including Microsoft Office Suite and other online platforms including Skype among others
Demonstrated ability to pursue projects with energy, drive, and perseverance
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to achieve the goals of the OEA
A valid driver’s license is required
Must be willing to relocate, if needed.

Responsibilities

Plans, assists, and/or serves as a consultant to the local association in the collective bargaining process
Assists members and locals in member rights advocacy
Advises leaders in dealing with local operations and assists in local association program development
Assists in the development and dissemination of general communications and may serve as public spokesperson as assigned
Assists local associations in developing effective internal and external public relations programs
Uses OEA/NEA resource personnel and participates in providing programs and support to local associations and members through learning and engagement opportunities such as workshops and trainings
Assists locals with political advocacy at the local, state and national levels
Provides assistance in crisis situations as assigned
Assists existing, new and potential locals in internal and external organizing activities.
Collaborates with UniServ Organizers as required
Assists members and locals with professional issues advocacy
Plans, develops, and provides training for leaders and members
Serves in field operations as assigned
Serves as a liaison/advisor and subject matter expert as assigned
Attends major conferences, workshops, etc. in areas of assignment and disseminates relevant information obtained at said approved professional training
Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor within the job description.