OPEIU Local 2

Staff Representative

Based in Greenbelt, MD

 

The Office & Professional Employees International Union, Local 2, AFL-CIO is a dynamic, progressive labor union for professional, technical, and office professionals in the private and public sectors. We are committed to leading and assisting members to improve their workplaces, gain competitive wages, benefits, and respect in the workplace. 

OPEIU Local 2 represents a diverse membership of 8,000 members in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with its headquarters in Greenbelt, Maryland. OPEIU Local 2 is seeking an experienced Staff Representative who can be an integral part of our growing union. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and administer collective bargaining agreements
• Process grievances, including investigation and arbitration preparation 
• Interpret and administer complex legal and contract language
• Conduct mediation and dispute resolution 
• Coordinate, train, recruit, and support shop stewards 
• Identify and develop new workplace leaders
• Plan and conduct regular bargaining unit meetings
• Implement contract and community campaigns for power at the bargaining table
• Prepare leaflets, bulletins, and other communications
• Conduct internal and/or external organizing campaigns 

Requirements Include:

• At least 5 years of experience in labor/labor relations
• At least 3 years of experience as a staff representative or equivalent experience.
• Experience in successfully bargaining labor contracts, grievance handling, Chairing Labor Management Committees, and mobilizing members to take action
• Demonstrated commitment to the labor movement and social justice
• Strong and effective written and verbal skills in a variety of forms, including emails, letters, grievances, settlement agreements, draft contract language 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with deadlines and to work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, familiar with various email platforms 
• Willingness and ability to travel, and to work non-traditional hours including nights and weekends
• Valid driver's license and insurance, dependable automobile 

Salary and Benefits: Salary depending on experience starting between $108,000 – $128,000. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, and pension.

To Apply
Please email your résumé, including the names and contact information of two references, to President Sarah Levesque: slevesque@opeiu-local2.org. 

All inquiries and material submitted will be kept confidential.

Applications will be considered through July 10, 2026 

OPEIU Local 2 is committed to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and interested in applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, national origins, ethnicities, religions, and genders.