Labor Representative — Portland, Maine

Who We Are

CNA/NNOC is leading the national movement for registered nurse power to transform the market-driven health care industry in the United States into a health care system based on patient need.

CNA/NNOC nurses have won a union contract that addresses Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and a commitment to a workplace free from racism and discrimination.

What We Believe In

• Working people and the power to leverage change
• RN Safe Staffing
• Social Justice
• Leadership Development
• Growing a national movement for healthcare justice

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate would relish the chance to:

• Build strong workplace committees
• Develop local leadership
• Educate members about alternatives to corporate control of health care
• Make a difference in expanding health care as a human right
• Help end racial and ethnic disparities in health care outcomes
• Mobilize members to fight against attacks on nurses and healthcare.

Requirements/Qualifications for the Role

The Labor Representative is responsible for:

• All matters related to collective bargaining, including organizing nurses in private and public employment
• Compiling, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting pertinent data
• Aiding with contract negotiations
• Processing grievances and conducting arbitrations
• Representing nurses in employment-related problems

Some travel will be required.

Additional & Preferred Qualifications

• Insatiable work ethic and drive to create systemic change
• Demonstrated success assisting with contract negotiations and arbitrations
• Prior experience as a full-time Labor Representative a plus
• Effectiveness in organizing membership participation
• Developing rank and file leadership

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience $70,332-$188,796, and outstanding benefits offered, including comprehensive family health & dental plan, and generous pension.

How to Apply

Submit your résumé and cover letter today by clicking the "Apply now" button.

Please be sure to fill out the one page online form.

In your letter, please indicate which geographical locations you are willing to consider and if you have served as First Chair or lead negotiator, please describe successful contracts you have helped to negotiate, your role, and the number of members covered by the contract.

CNA/NNOC is committed to Equal Opportunity, and to considering applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, national origins, ethnicities, and religions. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds and experiences related to our core organizational values and objectives to apply.

All submitted application materials must be the direct, original work of the applicant; the use of generative A.I. tools to write your resume, cover letter, or responses is prohibited to preserve the integrity of our hiring process.