Union Representative Job at OPEIU Local 8, Tukwila, WA

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  • OPEIU Local 8
  • Tukwila, WA

Job Description

OPEIU Local 8


Union Representative

Based in Tukwila, WA

Office and Professional Employees International Union Local 8 is seeking applicants for an experienced Union Representative . The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is based out of Local 8’s Tukwila office. 

OPEIU Local 8 is a progressive, growing union representing over 8,500 administrative, professional, human services and health care employees in the private and public sectors throughout Washington State. 

The successful candidate MUST HAVE THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Recent and significant experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements.
  • Thorough understanding of federal and state laws pertaining to collective bargaining and workers’ rights.
  • Experience administrating public and private employees’ contracts.
  • Ability to independently process grievances.
  • Ability to write clearly and speak effectively and persuasively.
  • Ability to write and interpret contract language.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and interact with a wide variety of people in situations that are often adversarial.
  • Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Computer literacy including the Microsoft Office suite and use of the internet.
  • Knowledge of issues affecting working people.
  • A Washington driver’s license, reliable automobile and auto insurance coverage.
  • Willingness to work long hours, including some weekends and evenings. Some travel around Washington State may be necessary. 
  • Spanish fluency is highly desirable. 

DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Serve as chief spokesperson in labor negotiations.
  • Preparation of contract proposals and the formulation of bargaining strategies.
  • Contract administration, grievance resolution, counseling and advising members and Shop Stewards.
  • Writing professional member communications.
  • Preparation and presentation of educational and informational programs.
  • Interaction with employer representatives, attorneys and elected officials.
  • Internal organizing, member mobilization, contract and community campaigns.
  • Legislative and political action.
  • Participation in labor, community and political affairs.

Compensation for this exempt position includes placement on a wage scale ($88k – 135k), plus an $7,800/year auto allowance, $1,500/year communication allowance, and $2,000/year in other reimbursements, a pension, a defined contribution plan with 8% employer contribution, fully paid family medical, dental, vision. The employer also provides life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pays the employee portion of the WA PFML premium. Employees receive 15 days of vacation leave, a total of 4 personal days and 15 paid holidays each calendar year. Bilingual employees may receive an additional $80/week differential. 

To Apply:
Please send an application letter stating your interest in this position and résumé to OPEIU Local 8 by email to libby@opeiu8.org or by mail: OPEIU Local 8, 6000 Southcenter Blvd, Tukwila, WA 98188.

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Job Tags

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