ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
DIVISION/DEPT.: RESEARCH & NEGOTIATIONS DEPT.
STARTING SALARY: $71,710
FULL-TIME (x)

There is a position available as an Assistant Director in the Department of Research and Negotiations under the Supervision of the Director.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
– Develops agendas and performs research work to support union position in labor-management meetings and/or policy meetings with Nonprofit/private sector employers, government representatives and any other related organizations.
– Develops collective bargaining proposals with local leadership and rank and file committees and prepares them for presentation to management.
– Performs technical economic analysis in support of collective bargaining. Collaborates with collective bargaining committees on working conditions and costing economic demands.
– Collects and organizes information from various sources; analyzes and produces material for use in the department for collective bargaining and special research projects, including salary comparison and personnel trends.
– Acts as chief spokesperson during negotiations.
– Drafts Memoranda of Agreement and summaries to be used in contract ratification.
– Drafts contract language; proofs contracts and readies final contract for signature.
– Analyzes city, state, and federal legislation and budgets and evaluates their impact on the Union.
– Performs general and statistical analysis of policy issues on a regular basis, including but not limited to tax policy, employment and unemployment, health and social services, economic development, financial and investment trends, pensions, and health care costs.
– Assists local Union leadership and Council Staff on contract enforcement, including attending labor management meetings and personnel issues.
– Attends local membership meetings and makes presentations on collective bargaining issues and outcomes.
– Responsible for all aspects of collective bargaining for assigned units.
– Provides technical assistance to department staff and develops applications for analysis.
– Provides technical assistance to other DC37 departments as needed.
– Performs other related duties

QUALIFICATIONS
– B.A. Degree; strong analytical and quantitative background required.
– Proven strong financial and data analysis skills.
– Experience in public policy and/or labor relations.
– Experience with private/nonprofit employers preferred.
– Strong writing, speaking and research abilities.
– Quantitative skills and ability to independently gather and analyze information from various sources.
– Advanced level computer skills and experience using PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access or other comparable database and spreadsheet software.

Resumes should be submitted to Amy Kadlub at akadlub@dc37.net by the close of business Friday, March 18, 2022.

College and Career Bridge for All (CCB4A) is a partnership between the CUNY Office of K-16 Initiatives and the DOE  Office of  Postsecondary Readiness that ensures all students graduating from NYCDOE high schools have a near-peer mentor to support them to enroll in college or another postsecondary pathway. Near-peer mentors, or Bridge Coaches, are current college students who support graduating seniors with postsecondary planning and matriculation tasks so students successfully enroll in college or other strong-match programs.

CCB4A is currently looking to hire NYCDOE alumni who will work as a Bridge Coach supporting the NYCDOE Class of 2022  to  matriculate in post-secondary opportunities. Bridge Coaches will work under the supervision of a Coach Supervisor from May 31st to September 16th, 2022. All applicants must be current college students enrolled for the Spring 2022 semester or have graduated in January 2022. This position will primarily work remotely with  limited in-person expectations in July and August.

Bridge Coach Expectations:
● Assist a caseload of high school seniors with necessary paperwork and matriculation steps involved in enrolling in postsecondary pathways as outlined in the 7 Key Work Responsibilities (“Lucky 7”) under the direction of a Coach Supervisor
● Maintain regular contact with graduating seniors during the summer by phone, text, email, and social media
● Take students to colleges or program sites, when necessary and possible, to complete matriculation tasks
● Track student progress using the provided EnrollNYC database
● Take initiative, be responsible, flexible, communicative, organized and reliable
● Participate regularly and enthusiastically in the Coach community, including but not limited to Training and Hub meetings
● Adhere to CCB4A program values

MANDATORY DATES & SCHEDULE (Subject to change):
All training will be remote and specific times for the events below will be in the job application.
● Mandatory Dates April – June:
○ Coach Orientation (Unpaid, Attend 1): (Friday) April 29th, (Tuesday) May 3rd, (Wednesday) May 4th. Specific times in application.
○ Coach Training I (Paid, must attend all): Tuesday, May 31st – Friday, June 3rd (10am-3pm)
○ Coach Training II (Paid, must attend all): Monday, June 13th – Thursday, June 16th (10am-3pm)
● June-August:
o Must be able to work 15 hours weekly between 9am-7pm Mon – Fri
o Work hours must include 9-5pm Tuesday and Wednesdays
● August 22nd- September 16th
o Must be able to work 7.5 hours weekly between 9am-7pm Mon-Fri
o Work includes Fall Coach Hub Meetings: 90 minutes (Time TBD)

Qualifications:
● Schedule can accommodate training and meetings outlined above AND work schedule with assigned caseload
● Alumni of NYC public high school or have HS Equivalency Diploma (graduated 2017-2021)
● Must be between the ages of 18 to 24 years old
● Currently enrolled in college or be a recent college graduate (January 2022 or May 2022)

● Understanding of the obstacles students encounter when enrolling in college or a postsecondary pathway
● Interest in supporting students through the college and post secondary matriculation process
● College GPA above 2.5
● Eligible to work in the US
● Understanding and alignment with CCB4A’s program values
● Preferred Qualifications:
o Fluent in Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Korean, Russian, Spanish or Urdu
o Previous youth leadership experience
o Students who attend community college or have attended and transferred from a CUNY Community
College

Salary: $17/hour (including paid trainings)
To apply: Click Here to complete Online Application by Wednesday, March 17th. If you have any questions, please email

Position: Membership Network Manager

Location: Albany, Statewide

Full-time: 35 hours per week

At the New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals (NYATEP) we believe the key to economic development is skilled workers. As New York’s leading membership association for economic development, education and training, and employment providers, we provide leadership, vision and advocacy for a thriving workforce in New York State. Our focus is ensuring that every New Yorker and employer has access to the skills they need to work in and support a robust statewide economy. We achieve this by giving our members “voice” through advocacy, increasing system-wide “knowledge” of workforce best practices, and supporting “progress” through piloting innovative initiatives or tackling seemingly intractable policy issues.

Our dedicated NYATEP members represent every region of New York, and include all 33 Workforce Boards (which represent more than 500 employers), Career Centers, youth development programs, unions, the K-12 education system, colleges and universities, not-for-profit organizations and education and training providers. Learn more about NYATEP at www.nyatep.org.

The Membership Network Manager will be responsible for communicating and engaging with our current and future members. The Membership Network Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing retention and engagement strategies for existing members, for recruitment and cultivation of new members, as well as ensuring members are utilizing their benefits packages. The Membership Network Manager will work closely with the Operations Manager to keep membership dues up-to-date. The Membership Manager will be expected to meet membership revenue targets.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Outreach and engagement of existing members to solicit their feedback and ensure they are maximizing their member benefits
• Coordinate with the Operations Manager to ensure members are up-to-date on dues, and maintain current contact information
• Engage members to ensure we are meeting their needs, increasing engagement and retention
• Create targeted lists to solicit new memberships and membership referral benefits
• Create and deliver onboarding training and welcome collateral for new members
• Act as the principal liaison between members, and oversee the online membership database
• Assist with communications including promotional collateral and Member Surveys.
• Attend events and conferences (which may include early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends)

KEY REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• 3-5 years of relevant experience working in case management and/or customer service.
• Must have excellent phone edicate and be comfortable cold calling.
• Excellent in person and virtual communication skills with the ability to handle negotiations.
• Excellent writing skills and computer skills with an emphasis on MS Office Suite and Google Suite
• Adept at navigating a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, and an ability to manage complexity and moving parts with ease.
• Ability to engage current or re-engage past and or future members
• Working knowledge of graphic design/marketing is preferable, but not required.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as cohesively with staff.
• Specific attributes of this position include highly organized; ability to read situations and people and respond with high degrees of emotional intelligence; flexibility and high level of initiative; can work in person or virtually

Educational Requirements: A strong work history in customer service and/or case management is the primary requirement.

This position will be a full time, salaried position (35 hours a week 8:00AM – 4:00PM or 9:00AM – 5:00PM). We have a flexible work environment, with the option to flex your schedule and work from home. (Currently all staff is working remotely due to COVID-19). You may live anywhere in New York State. Travel for the fall and spring conference will be required when in-person events resume.

Additional Information about NYATEP:

We support the workforce community through advocacy, policy research and analysis, professional development, and technical assistance. For more information visit www.nyatep.org

To meet our membership’s needs we strive to provide high quality customer service to our members, and our network of partners and collaborators. To that end, staff are expected to embody the  following attributes:

– Responsive: To member needs, as well as internal and external stakeholders (48 hours).

– Passionate: About workforce issues and member concerns. Staff is expected to take the initiative to

learn and understand the key federal and state issues, and applicable laws.

– Collaborative: Both striving to work effectively and collaboratively, internally and externally.

– Strategic: Conscientious of the limited staff resources, and continuously looking for ways to improve services or service delivery.

– Resourceful: Focused on continuous learning (i.e. knowing the issues before our members) and striving to access knowledge and resources to improve internal practices and services to members.

NYATEP affirms that it shall ensure equal employment for all qualified individuals without consideration of their age, sex, race, creed, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or belief. The scope of equal opportunities shall also include the non-discrimination of physically or mentally handicapped individuals.

It is furthermore affirmed that the concept and philosophy of equal opportunities shall also be provided for, but not restricted to, all components of employment, recruitment, selection, assignment, compensation, benefits, promotion, and training.

To apply: please email your Cover Letter and Resume to Molly Tocin at mtocin@nyatep.org  no later than March 11, 2022