Oregon School Employees Association
AFT Local 6732

Government Relations Specialist

Based in Salem, OR

 

The Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA) is accepting résumés from individuals that are interested in working for a labor organization in the capacity of Government Relations Specialist. OSEA currently has one government relations specialist position open.

The Oregon School Employees Association is a membership directed labor organization and represents classified employees working in Oregon's K-12 schools, community colleges, Head Starts, educational service districts, parks and recreation and library districts. OSEA is headquartered in Salem Oregon with offices also in Portland and Eugene as well as several field offices located throughout the state of Oregon.

Individuals submitting a résumé for this position should include their educational background and work experience. Specifically, résumés should include applicant’s experience and knowledge in the legislative process, interest (labor unions and education) based lobbying, candidate elections, labor unions, collective bargaining, research-analysis, communication and planning.

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPECIALIST INFORMATION

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Works under the general supervision of the director of government relations and communications; plans and conducts research on pending and proposed legislation related to labor and education issues impacting membership; maintains a legislative bill tracking system; attends legislative hearings; participates in the planning, coordination, and implementation of association legislative and political programs; fundraises; promotes member involvement in the political process; advocates the association political agenda; maintains working relationships with members, politicians and public; provides testimony and debate at legislative hearings; and other related work as required.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree or higher with a major study in political science, labor relations, social sciences or related field. Two years of prior political campaign and/or lobbying experience is desirable.

SALARY/BENEFITS:
Starting salary $71,268 per year, health benefits, 401(K), dental insurance and employer-provided automobile.

JOB LOCATION:
The open position is located in the State Office in Salem, Oregon. Selected candidate may need to relocate.

To Apply:
Send Résumés to:

Oregon School Employees Association
4735 Liberty Rd S,
Salem, OR 97302

before 4 p.m., Thursday, May 9, 2024

Fax 503-588-8307 or email amanda@osea.org