Job Opening State and County employee union is seeking a Director of organizing and field Services (salary range $40,000 to $55,000 depending on experience and skills). The position will be filled as soon as possible. Please send resume and statement of interest to: Personnel Office Director of Organizing and Field Service 6400 Baltimore National Pike, Box 441 Baltimore, MD 21228 Postition Description Position: Director of Organizing and Field Services General Description: As directed by the Executive Director, manages the work of those staff assigned to organize and represent members. The director of organizing and field services is responsible for organizing efficient and effective chapter activities, coordinating grievance representation activities; distribution of information to and collection of information from members and potential members; recruiting and retaining members and coordination of collective bargaining activities. The person in this position serves as member of the management team and represents the union externally. Minimum Qualification Education and Experience 1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in labor relations, employee relations, human resources or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred. 2. At least five years of experience in labor relations activities, preferably as an advocate for employees. 3. Five years of acceptable supervisory, employee relations or human resource experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Knowledge and Skills 1. Labor Contract negotiations, contract enforcement and grievance processing. 2. Labor organizing. 3. Supervision of employees. 4. Training and presentation. 5. Interpersonal relations and conflict management. 6. Group processes. 7. Decision making. 8. Program planning, implementation and evaluation. 9. Budget development and financial accountability. 10. Coordinating with and support for management team. 11. Written and oral communication. Position Description Director of Organizing and Field Services Page 2 Duties and Responsibilities 1. Plan and implement program objectives and allocate resources as required. 2. Develops measurable objectives for the unit, and work objectives for each assigned staff. 3. Recruites, performs initial interview, and recommends candidates for final interview with Executive Director. 4. Plan, implement or arrange for orientation and in-service training sessions for employees. 5. Conduct performance evaluations. 6. Serve as a member of management team. 7. Provide staff support for volunteer committees as assigned. 8. Prepare and/or deliver testimony to government executive and legislative entities as assigned. 9. Represent the organization and its policies before groups and the media as required. 10. Negotiate contracts as assigned. 11. Perform other duties as assigned.
