OVERVIEW: The Labor Education Service (LES) is seeking a full-time labor educator to join our teaching staff. LES is a program of the University of Minnesota, located in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, communities known for their affordable cost of living, high quality of life and diverse neighborhoods and cultural opportunities. LES is the only educational program in the state specifically focused on the needs of Minnesota workers and their organizations. Our mission is to equip workers, union officials and labor organizations with the knowledge-based tools to protect and advance their rights and responsibilities in a changing global socio-economic environment. An integral component of this mission is the use of media such as video production and web initiatives like WorkdayMinnesota.org. Through these efforts, we foster economic vitality, ethical relations and social justice in the workplace, at home and in the community. Job responsibilities include leading labor education courses for working adults, designing customized curriculum, and coordinating and implementing educational programs, often in collaboration with other staff. The position involves coordinating women’s programming, including the biennial Union Women’s Retreat. The position requires teaching expertise using diverse methodologies and effectiveness in relating to a wide variety of worker organizations. JOB DESCRIPTION: Instruction in labor education 45% • Identify strategic training needs of diverse groups of workers and unions • Collaborate with labor organizations to develop and implement courses, workshops, and other programs • Deliver customized educational programs in a variety of settings with union leaders, members, and the public • Provide instruction in current LES programs such as Minnesota Union Leadership Program and Labor Studies Skills Courses • Evaluate program effectiveness and utilize results to strengthen outcomes of ongoing programs Curriculum development 25% • Design customized teaching materials for specific sectors, unions, and training sessions • Incorporate popular education methodology and adult teaching and learning best practices • Serve as a strategic resource to labor leaders and other labor educators by providing current teaching resources, curriculum and leadership development opportunities • Create teaching materials reflective of the changing needs and growing diversity of the labor movement Program coordination 20% • Coordinate women’s programming, including the biennial Union Women’s Retreat • Plan and implement educational conferences and special events • Contribute to strategic planning to help LES fulfill its mission Community engagement 10% • Foster and maintain productive relationships with labor organizations and other community groups committed to economic and social justice • Support the development and effectiveness of labor organizations by providing educational resources on current issues facing the labor movement • Write original editorial articles for public outreach through LES media services such as Workday Minnesota ** The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position ** *MINIMUM / ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: • Master's degree required in labor studies, social sciences, education, or other relevant field. In exceptional circumstances a Bachelor's degree with extensive experience will be considered. • Significant experience working with labor unions or other worker organizations • Experience in developing and teaching programs for working women • Relevant teaching experience (e.g., labor education, adult education, classroom teaching, training, workshop facilitation) • Knowledge of adult teaching and learning techniques • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills • Familiarity with current issues and debates shaping the labor movement • Ability to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends *PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SELECTION CRITERIA: • Two or more years of experience as a labor educator in a university, union or community setting • Familiarity with popular education teaching methods and its application in union settings • Knowledge of organizational development, particularly in a union context • Experience with online teaching • Experience with union leadership development programs • Expertise on the issues of globalization and immigration • Experience in working with racially and ethnically diverse communities • Ability to speak another language besides English Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Compensation This is a non-tenured, academic professional staff position. Pay is commensurate with experience, with the salary range starting at $60,000. Benefits include participation in the University of Minnesota Faculty Retirement Plan with an employer match of 10 percent, choice of medical plans and four weeks of vacation. Application Deadline April 7, 2014 How to apply All applicants must apply online through the University of Minnesota website. Go to the Employment page for the Office of Human Resources http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/ , and search postings for Coordinator, Labor Education Service, Requisition Number: 189657. Questions? Email or phone the LES office, 612-624-5020. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.