Council 66 is a part of AFSCME (the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees), and it has over 80 local union affiliates that represent more than 8,000 public service workers across Upstate New York and the Hudson Valley. Council 66 coordinates contract negotiations, grievances and arbitrations, improper practice charges, organizing, political action, issue advocacy, officer training, and communications on behalf of our members. The Council is headquartered in the Rochester area and has four other offices in Syracuse, Buffalo, Albany, and Hudson Valley.

This is a full-time position based in Rochester, New York and will support local unions around the Rochester and Finger Lakes region.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate grievance procedures
Prepare and present grievance arbitrations
File and defend improper practice charges
Participate in labor-management meetings
Attend membership meetings
Working knowledge of relevant labor law
Communicate leadership’s goals and objectives
Conduct union trainings for local union officers, stewards and activists

Qualifications:

Strong commitment to building the labor movement
Extensive experience and demonstrated ability in labor relations, labor organizing or related work
Automobile and NYS valid driver’s license
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience and training necessary to conduct contract negotiations
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
Strong commitment to facilitating & fostering equitable, inclusive & diverse workplaces
Leadership skills to educate and motivate members
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to exercise sound judgment in complex situations
Strong public speaking skills
Ability to write briefs and to author letters and contract language

Pay:

The starting salary is $70,000 and includes excellent benefits including health, vision, dental coverage, paid time off and a defined pension. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

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Labor Relations Specialist