Union Executive Officer

Minnesota Council of Nonprofits; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits seeks an executive officer to oversee union operations, focusing on labor contract negotiation, policy setting, and increasing member engagement. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible working environment in Minnesota's progressive Twin Cities area.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid sick leave

Four weeks vacation

12 paid holidays

Stipend for moving expenses

Flexible schedule

Training and educational opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in bargaining and mobilization.
• Background in managing others and budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and enforce labor contracts.
• Organize new units and increase member engagement.
• Oversee two-person office staff.

Skills

Bargaining

Creative problem solving

Strong written communication skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Managing a budget

Self-directed

Dependable

Emotional intelligence

Managing others

Experience working with diverse backgrounds

Job description

The Minnesota Newspaper & Communications Guild, TNG-CWA Local 37002, is seeking an executive officer to oversee the operations of our union.

Who we are

Based in Minnesota’s dynamic and progressive Twin Cities metropolitan area, our local represents more than 500 workers across several industries. We are the second-oldest local within The NewsGuild, with a history of advocating for our members that stretches back more than 90 years.

Our 28 units include medical language interpreters at Hennepin Healthcare, staffers at nonprofit organizations and other unions, as well as several print shops, but the majority of our members work for news organizations. The largest of these is the Minnesota Star Tribune. As a union representing journalists, we do not endorse political candidates.

What you’ll do

Our executive officer works closely with our local’s member-led executive committee and its president to set priorities and shape our budget. You’ll also help set internal policies for our union and work to increase member engagement. You’ll work primarily out of our office just east of the Minneapolis-St. Paul border, but some driving to other locations will be necessary.

Among your most important day-to-day responsibilities will be negotiating and enforcing labor contracts, organizing new units, and acting as a liaison between our local and The NewsGuild/CWA, as well as local and regional labor organizations. You’ll also oversee our two-person office staff, which includes our office manager and internal organizer.

What you’ll need

-Experience in bargaining, filing grievances, and mobilization/organizing

-To be self-directed and dependable with a strong work ethic

-Experience managing the work of others and managing a budget

-Creative problem solving

-High degrees of emotional intelligence and patience

-Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds

-Strong written and verbal communication skills

Don’t meet every requirement above? Please apply anyway! We’d love to learn about your experiences and qualifications for this role.

What you’ll get

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000, depending on experience. Benefits include health and dental insurance, retirement plan, paid sick leave, four weeks vacation, 12 paid holidays, and three personal days. A stipend is available for moving expenses.

This job offers opportunities to both work independently and collaborate with colleagues who are just as passionate about improving the working lives of our members as you are. It also offers a flexible schedule, as well as training and educational opportunities.

To apply

Please send your resume and a cover letter to [e-mail]. An August start date is preferred. This position will remain open until filled. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage women and diverse candidates to apply.