WASHINGTON STATE NURSES ASSOCIATION Position Title: Labor Representative
Reports to: Director of Labor
Bargaining Unit: Exempt* Position Summary The Labor Representative is responsible for representing WSNA and nurses in all activities of the Labor program.
Duties and Responsibilities Common to All Positions Supports WSNA's Purpose, Mission, Vision, and Goals.Works with others, role modeling collaboration, communication, and teamwork. Strives for excellence in work performance.Remains current in the field of expertise.Performs other duties as assigned to meet association needs, including participation in staff teams and committees.Acquires and maintains knowledge of Microsoft Office. Duties and Responsibilities Education/Experience Experience working for a union or unions preferred.Health care experience preferred.Knowledge of trends in labor relations and health care.Experience organizing activities and supporting members and others actively participating in union campaigns.Proficient in writing and speaking to multiple audiences.Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to consult with and motivate others and manage conflict.Able to handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and take initiative. Physical requirements This job requires:
An ability to mobilize long distances in the field; move about inside the WSNA office or other location to access files, equipment, personnel, or other individuals.Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours. Ability to accept overnight stays with some travel.A valid driver's license in the state of residence and access to an operational motor vehicle currently insured. *The Labor Representative is included in the Program Specialist job classification and is subject to the WSNA-Teamsters Local #117 Contract provisions. This salary ranges from $102,451 - $118,151 annually. WSNA provides a generous benefits package that includes employer-paid individual health, dental, vision, and life insurance, fifteen paid holidays, twelve personal days per year, twenty-two vacation days per year, one day of sick leave per month, and a defined benefit pension plan. The Washington State Nurses Association is the leading voice and advocate for nurses in Washington. As a professional association and union, we represent more than 20,000 nurses, and we advocate for the interests of all Washington registered nurses. For more than 100 years, WSNA has championed issues that support nurses, advance professional standards, and improve health and health equity for Washingtonians.