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Associate Director, Division of Labor Action
Date: June 2026
Reports to: Director of Strategic Campaigns
POSITION SUMMARY
The Associate Director is responsible for carrying out all activities of the Association related to labor relations and collective bargaining matters. The salary range for this position is $76,980 – $160,183.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides staff services to MNA local units in carrying out the goals of MNA’s Labor Division by:
- Assisting in organizing local units.
- Assisting MNA local units in contract negotiations, representation, contract administration, including the processing of grievances and arbitrations.
- Work with local unit leadership to improve and maintain local unit organization, membership recruitment and communication systems.
- Assist local units in developing contract proposals. Supplying unit leadership with information needed to support proposals. Provide guidelines to local leadership on materials they should collect.
- Evaluate local unit’s needs for educational programs and provide as appropriate or arrange through other Association resources.
- Assist members in utilizing the resources of the Association and other appropriate agencies as needed.
- Interpreting the goals and programs of the Association to local unit members.
- Reporting on local unit activities and needs to the Executive Director, MNA staff and members where appropriate.
- Participate in MNA staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested and submits activity reports in a timely manner.
- Participates and assists the Board of Directors as assigned by the Director.
- Assists and participates in MNA Conventions.
- Acts as a resource on all MNA programs and activities.
- Keeps informed of economic trends, Labor Board decisions, general trends in labor relations, especially those affecting the health care industry.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Labor Relations experience – minimum two years.
- Advanced education in labor relations, business or law preferred.
- Leadership experience required.
- Experience and knowledge of the health care profession and experience as a local unit leader desirable.
- Prior contract negotiation experience strongly preferred.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@mnarn.org and include the position title in the subject line.
Benefits
We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, financial well-being and work-life balance including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- 401(k), pension and retiree medical savings benefits
- Paid vacation, sick leave, personal time and holidays
- Flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program
- Employer-paid life and short/long disability insurance
- Reimbursement for eligible vision care expense
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Massachusetts Nurses Association is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
