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North Carolina Association of Educators
Announcement of Vacancy for
UniServ Director
Date of Posting:
November 12, 2014
Closing Date:
November 24, 2014
Unit Description:
This unit is currently a two UniServ Director region working with
approximately 3,600 members with an office in Charlotte, North
Carolina representing the South Central Division of NCAE.
QUALIFICATIONS
 Demonstrated competencies in the following key areas: organizing , consulting skills, advocacy
and leadership development and political action;
 Proven time management and problem solving skills;
 Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with local leadership and
association members;
 Experience with conflict resolution, human relations, and working with a legal team on issues;
 Knowledge and understanding of current educational concepts and issues;
 Effective oral, written, presentation and technological skills;
 Experience in long and short range planning;
 Willingness to work evenings, and weekends as needed to achieve goals;
 Demonstrated ability to complete projects with energy, drive, perseverance and
collaboration;
 Bachelor Degree.
SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS
As per negotiated contract
Salary range: depending on experience and within confines of the contract
EFFECTIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT
December 2014
Interested parties should reply electronically by November 24, 2014 to:
Angela Farthing
919 832 3000 X 230
Director of UniServ Program
angela.farthing@ncae.org
NCAE UniServ Director Job Description
The Uniserv Director (UD) works under the general direction of the Executive Director, the immediate
supervision of the managers of Membership and Organizing, and Instructional Advocacy, and in cooperation
with other members of the association staff. A major role of the UD is to embrace the work of organizing in
order to develop strong leaders who advocate for themselves, their students, and for public education. The
UD recruits and supports members to help lead our association/union and profession through strategic
campaigns that address the challenges facing educators, students, and public education. The UD will be visible
within their assigned region to support members and participate in a variety of meetings and trainings that
impact public education and the mission of NCAE. Using skill sets and data to make decisions that empower
members and strengthen leadership, the UD will ensure membership has relevant and pertinent information.
I.
Organizing
 Establish and maintain positive working relationships and build strong partnerships with leaders in
assigned locals/region
 Collaborate with leaders and members on organizing campaigns within the region, helping to
coordinate aspects of the campaign, including strategies, timeline, communication, outreach, and data
analysis regarding success of campaign
 Understand the value of one-on-one conversations and other organizing strategies
 Assist in identifying, recruiting, and developing leaders
 Provide and coordinate training for members and leaders to build stronger local organizing capacity
 Assist with the implementation and interpretation of local school board policies/procedures that
impact members
 Work with local leaders to mobilize members and others around education issues, grassroots political
action, GOTV efforts, and other organizing issues
 Work collaboratively with other grassroots advocacy organizations when appropriate, to achieve
common organizational goals
II.
Advocacy
 Demonstrate knowledge of and enthusiasm for the mission, vision, and core values of the NCAE, NEA
and local affiliates, suggesting activities and programs which are pertinent to the advancement,
welfare and objectives of the association
 Obtain relevant information about issues/concerns, generate alternatives, select an appropriate
solution to a problem using good listening and facilitation skills, and assist members as
needed/appropriate
 Facilitate discussion of issues and mediate issues and problems that arise between individuals or
groups
 Distinguish between grievances and organizing issues
 Provide appropriate leadership and guidance for the development and execution of programs and
policies related to the local associations within region
 Work in tandem with the NCAE Advocacy Center on cases/issues within service region and assist with
grievances as appropriate
III.
Educational and Professional Issues
 Maintain a basic understanding of the patterns, trends and best practices regarding education policy
 Remain up to-date on basic understanding of employee evaluation policies and procedures, including
the evaluation process
 Maintain basic understanding of policies and strategies that impact education professionals and
student learning
 Build a strong knowledge base of statutes/policies covering instructional advocacy issues relevant to
membership
 Remain current on legislative and political activities connected to association goals
 Prepare and conduct presentations that are informative, relevant and pertinent to membership
IV.
General Responsibilities
 Be efficient with resources, including maintaining of offices and supplies.
 Integrate basic technology skills beyond the use of email (Microsoft Programs and other data tools) into
daily work
 Assist as needed to enhance local’s communication efforts
 Develop or adopt a project management system to keep track of tasks and projects in order to adhere
to schedules and provide data for evaluation of projects
 Act as a liaison between membership and leadership, channeling to proper persons or groups, the
suggestions, comments and concerns which he/she receives
 Show responsibility, integrity, self-motivation, analytical skills and be willing to learn
 Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director, Associate Executive Director
or managers of Membership and Organizing, and Instructional Advocacy.
NCAE UniServ Director Job Description
October 2014