Afa-Cwa Staff Attorney Staff Negotiator
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Job Location:
Washington - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 98196 - 139882
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
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DESCRIPTION
The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA AFL-CIO is seeking a Staff Attorney/Staff Negotiatorto join the AFA-CWA Legal Department. This role supports Flight Attendants through legal advocacy negotiations and member representation. We are looking for a candidate with a demonstrated commitment to workers rights and the labor movement. Ideal candidates will have excellent writing research and oral communication skills as well as the ability to work directly with individual workers and union leaders. This is a remote position requiring extensive travel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel on grievances disciplinary issues and contract administration.
- Represent the union in litigation arbitration and collective bargaining.
- Conduct research draft briefs and review legal documents.
- Support organizing campaigns membership mobilization and public awareness efforts.
- Assist with negotiations by preparing proposals and advising union committees.
QUALIFICATIONS
- J.D. and admission to the bar required.
- Strong legal writing research and advocacy skills.
- 3 years experience in labor and employment law arbitrations negotiations or litigation preferred.
- Willingness to travel extensively and work irregular hours.
- Familiarity with the commercial aviation industry Flight Attendant profession and the Railway Labor Act and experience with labor negotiations is highly preferred though not required.
About Us: The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA AFL-CIO represents nearly 55000 flight attendants across 20 airlines. We fight to protect and advance the rights safety and working conditions of flight attendants through strong contracts advocacy and solidarity.
How to Apply: Submit your resume writing sample and a letter of interest through CWA Careers. For any direct inquiries contact Heather Morse AFA-CWA Chief of Staff at .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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