National Education Association

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If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. Posting Period: November 21, 2025 - Until Filled Employee Group Type: NEAMAC NEA Managers, Attorneys, Confidentials, OO113 Human Resources Department (HR) Position Type: Regular Salary Range: $109,052.00 - $182,074.00 Position Details: Position Emphasis: The position supports the NEA’s strategic objective to focus the energy and resources of its 3 million members toward the promotion of public education by administering program activities related to staffing/recruitment, employee/labor relations, contract administration, and performance management. Position Summary: The essential functions of this position include leading strategic staff recruitment efforts, such as job analysis, candidate evaluation, and workforce planning; and developing, implementing, and administering a broad range of human resources programs and services. Primary responsibilities include serving as the HR liaison to assigned NEA Centers and Departments; providing strategic support on staffing, workflow, employee and labor relations, contract administration, and workplace conflict; and advising and coaching managers and staff on employee relations matters, including interpretation of collective bargaining agreements, policies, procedures, and relevant compliance or legal issues. The role also involves partnering with managers and staff to support communication strategies aligned with NEA’s mission and objectives; ensuring the effective and equitable implementation of performance management processes that enhance morale, accountability, and departmental productivity; and providing facilitation services to assigned Centers and Departments. Additional responsibilities include ensuring fair and appropriate responses to employee conduct concerns, facilitating mediation between NEA staff, and representing NEA’s position in internal grievance proceedings. Other activities may include consultation and support to state and local affiliates regarding current issues, in-depth analysis of emerging bargaining issues, and coordination of efforts to promote effective collective bargaining. To carry out responsibilities, the incumbent uses a computer and/or laptop and associated software and travels occasionally. Qualifications: Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired. Minimum Qualifications: Five years of professional experience in Human Resources, with concentration in recruitment, position classification/job evaluation, performance management, and employee/labor relations. Demonstrated skill in human resources policy and program development/implementation, especially in the areas of employee and labor relations. Experience must include employment and labor law and regulatory practices; experience developing/implementing personnel policies and practices; developing and conducting employment related presentations or orientations. Other Requirements: Must be able to work extended hours. Occasional travel required. Writing samples may be required at time of interview. Selection Criteria: Tier 1 (Essential): Extensive experience with, and knowledge of, collective bargaining personnel management, and personnel policies and practices. Experience in developing and promoting highly collaborative labor-management relationships. Demonstrated skill and experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing managers and staff. Demonstrated experience in resolving employee relations issues. Demonstrated successful analytical and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters with discretion. Successful references. Tier 2 (Significant): Effective written and oral communication skills, including developing and delivering presentations. Demonstrated high-level interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively with others. Proven flexibility and effectiveness in handling multiple and complex projects simultaneously under stringent timeframes and changing priorities/conditions. Proven success in resolving complex diversity, team, and interpersonal issues, and in negotiating successful outcomes with stakeholders. Demonstrated high integrity and good judgment. Knowledge of employment, labor and other laws relative to recruitment, classification, and human resources. Experience with conflict resolution, mediation, and facilitated conversations. Experience developing training materials. Tier 3 (Desirable): Knowledge of NEA and its strategic priorities, programs, and affiliates. Knowledge of HR’s mission and its strategic alignment. Experience working for an association, union or membership organization. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided: The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem-solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car. NEA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. To apply for this position or to search for other openings, please go to our jobs page at Careers at NEA (myworkdayjobs.com) NEA Participates in E-Verify. Read more here E-Verify Participation & Right to Work. NEA complies with the DC Wage Transparency Act of 2023.