APC
Academic Professionals of California

Labor Relations Representative / Organizing Specialist

Based in Sacramento, CA

 

Under the supervision of the APC Labor Relations Manager and in conjunction with the Executive Board, the Labor Relations Representative (LRR) is responsible for representing the organization at meetings, campus and organizing events, and providing labor relations support, grievance resolutions; representation of bargaining unit members’ contractual rights; and works in close association with APC officers and chapter leaders.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Training and assisting stewards and officers in representation work including grievances and reprimands.
• Assisting stewards in providing bargaining unit members with contract interpretation and advice concerning their employment rights in the CSU
• Assisting in filing grievances by working directly with grievants and stewards
• Advising bargaining unit members on disciplinary matters
• Conducting worksite visits
• Participating in the recruitment and training of members
• Devising and implementing internal organizing strategies
• Devising campaigns to mobilize members in activities related to contract bargaining
• Apply expert knowledge and substantial experience in best practices concerning labor relations and employment issues
• Applying knowledge of state and federal labor and employment laws
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to work in a confidential public sector work environment
• Assist stewards in providing bargaining unit members with contract interpretation and advice concerning their employment rights in the CSU
• Assure that APC’s Duty of Fair Representation responsibilities as certified bargaining agent are fulfilled within the areas of assigned responsibility
• Conduct campus visits and attend, chapter meetings to meet and discuss campus issues with members
• Provide other related services as assigned by the Labor Relations Manager

As a representative of a union of higher education professionals, the incumbent is expected to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

The incumbent may occasionally work in the evenings and weekends; have an interest in undertaking work directly related to the professional livelihood and careers of university professionals; have the ability to counsel and work effectively with Unit members under
 
substantial personal and professional stress; be willing and able to work cooperatively with other staff, management, elected leadership, and members; possess strong analytical and organizational skills; have the ability to work effectively with members and staff from diverse ethnic, social and economic groups.

Extensive and frequent travel throughout California and possession of a valid driver’s license are required. Occasional reporting to the APC Statewide Office, 6939 Sunrise Blvd, Suite 105, Citrus Heights, CA 95610

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT:
Academic Professionals of California (APC). APC is the union which represents the Unit 4, Academic Support, employees of the California State University (CSU) system. Unit 4 employees provide professional services to the students at the 22 CSU campuses in areas such as admissions, academic advising, financial aid, housing, disability services, learning resource services, new student orientation, career services and more. https://apc1002.org

Position Summary. The individual’s main function is to protect the Bargaining Unit Member's and the Union's rights under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, applicable laws, rules and regulations through a variety of means including negotiations, grievance handling, organizing, and otherwise exercising their expert labor/organizing skills in achieving gains for APC and its membership.

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that contractual problems are identified, brought out to APC leadership and researched for possible solution. In delivering APC resources, the incumbent will comply with and will be an advocate for all policies as set forth by the Council, President and Executive Board. The incumbent will also be required to envision and formulate strategies designed to lead the organization and its members in a changing labor market by devising and implementing organizing strategies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
The incumbent must possess a bachelor’s degree, excellent written and oral communication skills, a minimum of three years of professional labor relations experience, preferably in the public sector (unionized workforce), demonstrate an understanding of Employment Labor Laws, familiarity with the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA), dispute resolution, and employee relations. Ability to represent individual members in investigatory meetings and labor management meetings; meet and confers; and other consulting, advice and assistance as needed.

Experience in conducting grievance and complaint investigations is required along with experience working with highly sensitive and confidential information. Experience in organizing meetings and public events with the purpose of recruiting and organizing members.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with public sector experience in a unionized environment. Incumbent will be expected to travel throughout the 22 CSU campuses with a liberal virtual work policy.

Salary: The anticipated hiring range is $68,500 - $85,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience. This position is a full-time exempt employee. APC offers 14 paid holidays plus 24 days personal leave annually to start, mileage reimbursement.

Deadline to Apply: April 23, 2025. 

To Apply:
Please send letter of interest, résumé with references to: Patrick Choi, pchoi@apc1002.org. Investigation of statements and background checks may be necessary to reach employment decisions. In-person interviews will take place at the APC Statewide Office. Anticipated employment to commence no later than July 1, 2025.