UniServ Labor Relations Consultant

The Ohio Education Association represents 121,000 teachers, faculty members, and support professionals in Ohio's public schools, colleges, and universities. 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 EducationProfession in the achievement of its goals through membership recruitment, promotion, and engagement and supportto 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.Essential Functions:Plans, assists, and/or serves as a consultant to the local association in the collective bargaining processAssists members and locals in member rights advocacyAdvises leaders in dealing with local operations and assists in local association program developmentAssists in the development and dissemination ofgeneral communications and may serve as public spokesperson as assignedAssists local associations in developing effective internal and external public relations programsUses OEA/NEA resource personnel and participates in providing programs and support to local associations and members through learning and engagement opportunities such asworkshops and trainingsAssists locals with political advocacy at the local, state and national levelsProvides assistance in crisis situations as assignedAssists existing, new and potential locals in internal and external organizing activities. Collaborates with UniServ Organizers as requiredAssists members and locals with professional issues advocacy Plans, develops, and provides training for leaders and membersServes in field operations as assignedServes as a liaison/advisor and subject matter expert as assignedAttends major conferences, workshops, etc. in areas of assignment and disseminates relevant information obtained at said approved professional trainingPerforms other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor within the job description. Qualifications:Bachelor's degreeDemonstrated competency and proficiency in organizing, consulting skills, political action, member advocacy, and collective bargaining among othersDemonstrated proficiency in developing productive relationships using strong interpersonal skills High proficiency in exercising good judgment and reasoning skillsAbility to creatively solve problems in a dynamic environmentAbility to interact and consult effectively with diverse groups including local leadership and association membersHigh proficiency in verbal and written communication including drafting proposals, developing presentations and producing materials and reports for a variety of specific audiencesFamiliarity with education policy, practice and political environment Proficient in technology including Microsoft Office Suite and other online platforms including Skype among othersDemonstrated ability to pursue projects with energy, drive, and perseverance Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to achieve the goals of the OEAA valid driver's license is required Must be willing to relocate, if needed.Benefits:FICA Pick UpEligible for Medical, Dental and Vision insurances FIRST DAY of employmentEligible for Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care AccountsPaid Time Off: 11 Holidays, Personal, Sick, Vacation and Parental LeaveRetirement: 401k, Defined Contribution plan, post-retirement HRAAuto Allowance & additional reimbursements Casual Work Attire & FREE Parking Authority and Relationships:Is responsible to the immediate supervisor; recommends policy and procedure changes to and through the immediate supervisor; determines priorities except as established by the OEA.OEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Consideration is given to all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, sex, race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, residence, disability, socio-economic status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information; on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or, degree of association activity.

Created: 2026-04-02