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APEA/AFT
Class Specification
Field Associate/Representative
LOCATION: APEA/AFT FIELD OFFICE IN JUNEAU AK
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision of the regional manager, the incumbents provide a wide range of
member services including grievance administration, member training, and advocacy on behalf
of members in disciplinary and contract violation matters. The incumbents are also required to
participate in organizing activities at the work site level and participate in activities directed at
organizing new units.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Field Associate is the entry-level professional staff position responsible for the administration of
member services under general supervision. Incumbents are expected to handle less complex
individual grievance matters up to, but not including the level of arbitration. Incumbents may
assist in the pursuit of class action grievances. Incumbents provide assistance to senior staff in
the preparation for and presentation at arbitration hearings. Incumbents may be required to assist
in contract negotiations. Incumbents may be required to assist higher level employees prepare for
ALRA hearings. Incumbents participate in organizing at the work site level with an emphasis on
member to member communication. Incumbents may be assigned a lead role in certain specific
areas, like evaluations, classification, overtime determinations, health insurance, etc.
The Field Representative I is the journey level professional staff position responsible for the
administration of member services under general supervision. Incumbents are expected to handle
individual grievances, up to and including arbitration. Incumbents may be required to act as
Chief Spokesperson in less complicated negotiations. Incumbents may be required to present less
complex ALRA hearings.
The Field Representative II is the expert journey level professional and/or lead staff position
responsible for the administration of member services under minimal supervision. Incumbents
are expected to handle individual grievances of all complexities and all class action grievances,
up to and including arbitration. Incumbents may be required to act as Chief Spokesperson in all
negotiations.
Compensation comparable to SU contract and Ranges 16 (FAssoc), 18 (Rep1) & 20 (Rep2)
DOE&Q.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Depending upon level, analyze, make recommendations, and take action on problems
identified with contract administration, personnel rules, and regulations.
Investigate individual grievances and labor problems through meetings with appropriate
officials and members. Attempt resolution of these problems through these meetings.
Research documentation and make factual determinations. File grievances or other appeal,
if appropriate.
Assist Employee Representatives in resolving labor problems and disputes.
Assist other staff with, and/or alone depending on level, preparation for and presentation at
arbitration.
Explain contract terms or interpretation based on established policy and practice
Assist senior staff with, and/or alone depending on level, the investigation and pursuit of
class action grievances.
Assist in the conduct of contract negotiations, at the appropriate level.
Conduct work site organizing activities, may participate or lead activities in member to
member communications.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of labor contract administration, contract negotiation,
grievance handling and arbitrating disputes; labor law principles, personnel principles and
practices.
Ability to: Analyze complex labor relations problems, disputes and questions and make sound
recommendations; read, comprehend, interpret and apply written material such as statutes,
personnel and labor relations texts and journals, labor agreements, and similar resource material;
speak and write clearly and effectively; work cooperatively and effectively with management
and union representatives and employees
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or experience equivalent to BA degree in labor relations or personnel
management. Experience as APEA/AFT officer and/or Employee Representative may be
substituted if the experience includes substantial and active participation in APEA/AFT
activities, grievance investigation and dispute resolution. Experience as a full time labor
relations or human resources practitioner may be substituted on a year-by-year basis for
educational requirements.
Interested applicants should send a completed APEA/AFT application, three (3) professional references, a resume, and an analytical writing sample to: Jeff Kasper, APEA/AFT Field Office Manager, 211 4th Street, Suite 306, Juneau AK 99801, by July April 29, 2022. Fax: 907-586-5905. Job Description and employment application can be found at http://www.apea-aft.org/home.
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