UniServ Director The Virginia Education Association (VEA) is seeking applicants for the position of UniServ Director. VEA is the largest education union in the Commonwealth of Virginia. VEA is the state affiliate of the National Education Association with more than 3.2 million members. See our website at www.veanea.org.Position and Area Description: Blue Ridge is comprised of 10 locals, including Albemarle, Charlottesville, Fluvanna, Goochland, Green, Hanover, Louisa, Madison, Orange, Caroline, King George and Powhatan. The unit is served by one UniServ Director. The primary office is located in Charlottesville.
Minimum Qualifications:- Minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree preferred; equivalent of education and work experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated skills in developing strategies to foster positive change
- Successful work experience in public schools or associations advocating for public schools
- Political Awareness
- Understanding of the bargaining process and its components
Demonstrable high-level knowledge/skills in all areas of association activities, including:effective verbal skills including presentation skillsclear, concise writing skillsknowledge of technology and application to work assignmentdemonstrated skill in MS Word and other Microsoft applications.highly developed and effective interpersonal skillsdemonstrated positive collaborative working relationships with othersconflict resolution/mediation skillsconceptualizing, developing and delivering training and organizational programsskill in project management, assessment, and evaluationdemonstrated effectiveness in counseling, coaching, and mentoringability to be flexible – shifting priorities/resources with a positive attitudestrong public relations skillsself-starter who can work without direct supervisionawareness of political campaigns and lobbying
Core Job Functions
Assist local leadership in developing and implementing year-round membership recruitment and retention plans
Assist in the design and execution of association/rep building level leader training
Assist local leadership in providing association visibility in worksites where building local leaders/ARs have yet to be identified
Assist local leadership in identifying potential building-level leaders/ARs.
Assist locals in the recruitment and leadership development of Education Support Professionals
Assist local leadership to develop capacity for advocacy and activism within the membership and larger community
Provide consultation to members and local Associations on and work to protect member rights and working conditions
Maintain a working knowledge of the NEA360 and other related membership information systems as NEA/VEA may employ
Provide guidance to local leadership on the procurement of office equipment, local staff and space and any contracts/leases and record- keeping associated with same.
Coordinate state and national resources including raising awareness of member benefits
Provide salary and negotiations consultation and related training to local leaders
Develop members' leadership and organizing skills through training workshops
Assist in legislative and political activities and maintain familiarity with federal, state and local legislation and policies affecting members.
Able to apply a racial and social lens to the work
Salary/Fringe Benefits
This position is covered by the Virginia Professional Staff Association (VPSA) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and has a salary range of $81,949-$114,138.The position also includes a rich fringe benefits package, including:95% of employer-paid medical insurance,100% covered employee-level dental and vision and 100% employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement account for medical and wellness expenses.18% automatic contribution to 401k with an additional 2% match
