Minnesota Nurses Association
345 Randolph Avenue #200, St. Paul, MN  55102
Fax: 651-695-7000  Web: www.mnnurses.org
 

Labor Relations Specialist

Based out of St. Paul, MN
(position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule upon passage of probation)

 

POSITION TITLE: Labor Relations Specialist
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Director of Field Operations

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works to promote and achieve the goals and priorities of the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA). Working with a team to plan and implement the initiatives of MNA in accordance with Association policy. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Act as Chief Negotiator in negotiating collective bargaining agreements for organized bargaining units;
• Organizing members to advance MNA’s position on various contract proposals, grievances, or other strategic campaigns;
• Investigating potential contract violations and representing nurses throughout the grievance process;
• Answer member questions and concerns regarding their contract and other workplace issues
• Representing nurses in labor-management committees;
• Member education and training on topics including representing members as local stewards, labor and employment-related law, collective bargaining campaign strategies, participation in workplace actions and other union activities;
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Field Operations.
• Travel is required, including overnight stays. Work from home is a possibility, particularly for those who live in Greater Minnesota.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply. Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Experience:
Demonstrated knowledge of unions, labor relations, and labor law required. Experience as a union advocate in areas of internal and/or external organizing, contract negotiations, and contract administration is required. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the health care industry is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate others are essential. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary. One year of experience as a union representative (business agent/UniServ consultant) preferred.

Salary: Per MNASO Local 1, Unit 2 Contract Agreement. A salary range of $87,194 – 160,742, dependent on experience, with generous benefits including defined benefit pension, 401K matching, 100% employer-paid single and low-cost family health insurance coverage, 20 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days, along with 12 paid holidays annually.

MNA is an EEO/AA Employer.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule (2 days at home/3 days in office) upon passage of probation.

CONTACT:
Send your résumé and cover letter to Brenda Woodall, MNA Human Resources Manager, at Brenda.woodall@mnnurses.org.