PRIMARY OBJECTIVE The Transportation Communications Union/IAM is seeking an energetic and organized individual with excellent research and writing skills for a Research Associate/Brief writer position in our Headquarters Office - Rockville, Maryland.

Work Location – Rockville, Maryland

Work Hours – Full-Time 9am-5pm – NO Remote or Telework

Starting salary is $75,000.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Write claims, appeals, and briefs for arbitration cases concerning contract and discipline issues
Establish, track, and update data, studies, and contract costing in spreadsheet and table format
Conduct research; organize and maintain documents
Use the Internet and databases pertinent to industry research
Draft correspondence and memoranda
Review, analyze, and code documents in databases; compile data summaries; summarize arbitration decisions
Review and analyze Collective Bargaining Agreements
Assist field representatives in preparing for hearings, arbitration, contract analysis and internal operations
Assist in contract ratifications
Assist in educating local union officers and staff regarding writing, advocacy, grievances, discipline hearings, and arbitration
Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NEEDED

Knowledge of principles and practices at a level normally acquired through formal paralegal training or its equivalent
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, and Adobe
Demonstrate ability to write clearly and persuasively
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints and adhere to deadlines
Ability to work independently
Must be detail oriented
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with staff, union members, and industry personnel; follow instructions effectively and provide information with professional courtesy and tact
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to work core hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST., with the understanding that the duties of the position may from time to time require irregular hours, including weekends
Ability to occasionally travel as duties require

PREFERRED SKILLS

A paralegal certification or law degree
Familiarity with Labor Unions – Railway Labor Act

SALARY

$75,000 starting

Competitive benefits package including but not limited to:

- 401(k)
- Pension Plan
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement

Mandatory Criminal and Financial background check – may include, but is not limited to, court records, traffic record check, consumer credit check

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Union membership is a condition of employment. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to JobsatTCU@tcunion.org

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