Job Description

CSEA, one of New York State’s largest public employee unions, is seeking candidates for a MEMBER RELATIONS ASSOCIATE in the downstate, NY State area covering the Mid-Hudson Valley, Long Island and Metropolitan New York City.

Under the supervision of the Director of Member Benefits, the Associate supports CSEA’s visibility and engagement initiatives to CSEA members and potential members.

Additional responsibilities include developing and attending visibility, engagement and informational programs for CSEA Locals/Units and potential bargaining units; representing CSEA Member Benefits at Region, Local/Unit meetings and other CSEA-sponsored events; presenting information in large and small group settings and in one-on-one member contacts; responding to concerns from members, activists, elected leadership and staff; making referrals to other CSEA departments; distributing and disseminating member publications and/or other union publications for internal visibility and external campaigns; prepares reports on member contacts and events, identifies and assists in problem resolution; performs outreach to Local and Unit leaders to identify opportunities to engage CSEA members. Significant travel expected.

QUALIFICATIONS -

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate and 3 years satisfactory responsible business experience, preferably in a labor union environment, which must have involved extensive public contact;
• OR Graduation from a recognized college or university for which a Bachelor’s Degree is granted, or from a recognized school of labor relations;
• OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of the foregoing training, education and experience as determined by CSEA.
• Must become proficient in the use of appropriate computer software and hardware and have strong public speaking skills.
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and a car available for business use.

STARTING SALARY $44,259 WITH EXCELLENT BENEFITS AND A LOCATION DIFFERENTIAL ON PLACE OF RESIDENCE, DEFINED RETIREMENT PLAN AND GENEROUS PAID TIME OFF PLANS.

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Email cseajobs@cseainc.org or send resume to Director of Human Resources, PO Box 7125, Capitol Station, Albany, NY 12224. PLEASE NOTE MRADS-MTHR ON ALL CORRESPONDENCE.

Equal Opportunity Employer