Assistant Counsel/National Field Representative

Peggy Browning Fund; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peggy Browning Fund seeks an Assistant Counsel/National Field Representative to work with the NTEU in California. This position requires strong leadership and legal skills to support organized labor initiatives, manage a caseload, and enhance union membership. A generous salary range and benefits package are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Workplace flexibilities like telework

Qualifications

• Experience in legal writing and case preparation.
• Proven leadership and member recruitment skills.
• Familiarity with organizing campaigns and working with unions.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between NTEU local chapters and headquarters.
• Represent NTEU and employees in arbitration and administrative forums.
• Conduct training and recruit members to enhance operations.

Skills

Legal writing

Leadership capabilities

Case preparation

Member recruitment

Organizing campaigns

Job description

Assistant Counsel/National Field Representative

Location: California

An Assistant Counsel/National Field Representative position is available in the National Treasury Employees Union's (NTEU) Oakland Field Office. The position offers a generous benefits package and a starting salary range of approximately $80,000 – $210,000, depending on relevant experience. Successful performance may lead to additional salary increases over time. While travel is required, NTEU provides workplace flexibilities such as telework.

Job Responsibilities: The Assistant Counsel acts as a liaison between NTEU local chapters and headquarters. Duties include representing NTEU and employees in arbitration and administrative forums such as the EEOC, MSPB, and FLRA. The role involves working with chapters to build membership and improve operations, conducting training, and recruiting members. Candidates should have experience in preparing and presenting cases, legal writing, designing internal organizing campaigns, participating in election campaigns, and working with unions or organizations to enhance membership and operations. Leadership capabilities are essential.

Work Environment: The selected candidate will be assigned to specific geographic locations within California where NTEU chapters serve federal employees across various agencies. The role requires working independently, analyzing cases for potential litigation, managing a significant caseload, and collaborating closely with chapters to promote membership growth and maintain workplace dignity and respect. If you support organized labor and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Application Process: Interested candidates should email or send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to the provided contact.

Inclusivity Statement: Our office values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities.