July 29, 2010

NOTICE OF POSITION VACANCY
JOURNEY LEVEL BUSINESS AGENT

Location – Fairbanks, Alaska
Salary: $60,043

DUTIES:
Under general supervision perform journey level work. Must represent ASEA/AFSCME Local 52 and the members in grievance hearings, administrative appeals, complaint hearings, Unfair Labor Practice hearings, illegal discrimination claims, job classification appeals, evaluation appeals, labor relations research, agency hearings, pre- and post-hearing brief writing, and be familiar with the general principles of organizing. Training of stewards and chapter officers in advocacy roles and the full range of independent investigation, preparation, and presentation of arbitrations are essential elements of this position.

REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of basic principles, practices, and current developments in the field of public sector labor relations. Must have well-established writing skills, be articulate, persuasive, and computer literate. Previous arbitration experience and a well established work ethic are required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Minimum of two years experience as a steward, officer or business agent are required. Other professional advocacy experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. College degree preferred; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted if it is supported by relevant experience.

ASEA/AFSCME Local 52 is an 8,000 member Union representing professional, technical, administrative support, and essential employees in the State of Alaska. All Local 52 employees are represented by Laborer's Local 341. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested applicants mail or fax résumé to the attention of:

JIM DUNCAN, BUSINESS MANAGER
ASEA/AFSCME Local 52
1577 C Street, Ste 201, Anchorage AK 99501

Fax: (907) 277-5206

E-mail: aseahq@afscmelocal52.org • Website: www.afscmelocal52.org

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: In Union Office no later than 5:00 p.m., August 30, 2010

WHEN APPLYING: Be sure to indicate that you saw this information online at UNIONJOBS.COM. Do not just say the Internet.