Virginia Education Association

UniServ Director
Territory 4

Based in Lynchburg, VA

 

Date of Posting: June 10, 2025
Deadline for Applying: Open Until Filled
Reports to: Director of Organizing and Affiliate Support 

Who We Are
The VEA is the largest union of public-school employees in Virginia, advocating for education professionals and advancing public education. As a National Education Association (NEA) affiliate, we represent thousands of teachers, support staff, and school employees across the Commonwealth. Our mission is twofold: ensuring all students receive quality public education while supporting our members' rights, working conditions, and professional growth.

Position and Area Description:
Territory 4 is currently staffed by one UniServ Director.  This territory currently has these locals: Amherst, Augusta, Bath, Bedford, Buckingham, Buena Vista, Cumberland, Highland, Lynchburg, Nelson, Staunton, and Waynesboro.  The UniServ office is located within the city of Lynchburg, VA.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree preferred; equivalent of education and work experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated skills in developing strategies to foster positive change
• Successful work experience in public schools or associations advocating for public schools
• Political Awareness
• Strong advocate for racial and social justice
• Demonstrable high-level knowledge/skills in all areas of association activities, including:
  • effective verbal skills including presentation skills
  • clear, concise writing skills
  • knowledge of technology and application to work assignments 
  • demonstrated skill in desk top publishing 
  • highly developed and effective interpersonal skills
  • demonstrated positive collaborative working relationships with others
  • conflict resolution/mediation skills
  • conceptualizing, developing and delivering training and organizational programs
  • skill in project management, assessment, and evaluation
  • demonstrated effectiveness in counseling, coaching, and mentoring
  • ability to be flexible – shifting priorities/resources with a positive attitude
  • strong public relations skills
  • self-starter who can work without direct supervision
  • political awareness of campaigns and lobbying

Core Job Functions

• Assist local leadership in developing and implementing year-round membership recruitment and retention plans
• Assist in the design and execution of association/rep building level leader training
• Assist local leadership in providing association visibility in worksites where building local leaders/ARs have yet to be identified
• Assist local leadership in identifying potential building-level leaders/ARs.
• Assist locals in the recruitment and leadership development of Education Support Professionals
• Assist local leadership to develop capacity for advocacy and activism within the membership and larger community
• Provide consultation to members and local Associations on and work to protect member rights and working conditions
• Perform administrative function in local UniServ offices and service areas, including, but not limited to, oversight of office calendars and schedules, supervision of support staff, oversight of office budgets, etc. 
•  Maintain a working knowledge of the IMS and other related membership information systems as NEA/VEA may employ
• Provide guidance to local leadership on the procurement of office equipment, local staff and space and any contracts/leases and record-keeping associated with same.
• Coordinate state and national resources including raising awareness of member benefits
• Provide salary and negotiations/meet and confer consultation and related training to local leaders
• Develop members’ leadership and organizing skills through training workshops
• Assist in legislative and political activities and maintain familiarity with federal, state and local legislation and policies affecting members. 
• Able to apply a racial and social lens to the work 

Salary and Fringe Benefits

• This position is covered by the Virginia Professional Staff Association (VPSA) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) 2023 –2026 and has a salary range of $80,342 – $111,900. We also offer an excellent fringe benefit package which includes:
• 95% employer paid medical, 100% employer paid dental, and vision coverage
• Paid leave and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Up to 20% employer contribution to 401(k) plan, regardless of employee contribution!

Application Procedure:
Please apply through the website (www.veanea.org/careers). 

VEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Virginia Education Association is committed to building a diverse team that reflects our membership and the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented backgrounds.