UniServ Director - Lynchburg

Position and Area Description:

Territory 4 is currently staffed by one UniServ Director. Total membership for the unit is approximately 1,573 consisting of the locals of Amherst, Appomattox, Augusta, Bath, Bedford, Buckingham, Buena Vista, Campbell, Cumberland, Highland, Lynchburg, Nelson, Rockbridge-Lexington, Staunton, VADB Staunton, and Waynesboro. The UniServ office is located within the city of Lynchburg, VA

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.A. or B.S. degree preferred; equivalent of education and work experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated skills in developing strategies to foster positive change
• Successful work experience in public schools or associations advocating for public schools
• Political Awareness
• Demonstrable high-level knowledge/skills in all areas of association activities, including:

• effective verbal skills including presentation skills
• clear, concise writing skills
• knowledge of technology and application to work assignment
• demonstrated skill in desk top publishing
• highly developed and effective interpersonal skills
• demonstrated positive collaborative working relationships with others
• conflict resolution/mediation skills
• conceptualizing, developing and delivering training and organizational programs
• skill in project management, assessment, and evaluation
• demonstrated effectiveness in counseling, coaching, and mentoring
• ability to be flexible – shifting priorities/resources with a positive attitude
• strong public relations skills
• self-starter who can work without direct supervision
• political awareness of campaigns and lobbying
• Strong advocate for racial and social justice

Core Job Functions

• Assist local leadership in developing and implementing year-round membership recruitment and retention plans
• Assist in the design and execution of association/rep building level leader training
• Assist local leadership in providing association visibility in worksites where building local leaders/ARs have yet to be identified
• Assist local leadership in identifying potential building-level leaders/ARs.
• Assist locals in the recruitment and leadership development of Education Support Professionals
• Assist local leadership to develop capacity for advocacy and activism within the membership and larger community
• Provide consultation to members and local Associations on and work to protect member rights and working conditions
• Perform administrative function in local UniServ offices and service areas, including, but not limited to, oversight of office calendars and schedules, oversight of office budgets, etc.
• Maintain a working knowledge of membership information systems as NEA/VEA may employ
• Provide guidance to local leadership on the procurement of office equipment, local staff and space and any contracts/leases and record-keeping associated with same.
• Coordinate state and national resources including raising awareness of member benefits
• Provide salary and negotiations/meet and confer consultation and related training to local leaders
• Develop members’ leadership and organizing skills through training workshops
• Assist in legislative and political activities and maintain familiarity with federal, state and local legislation and policies affecting members.
• Able to apply a racial and social justice lens to the work

Salary and Fringe Benefits:

This position is covered by the Virginia Professional Staff Association (VPSA) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for 2026–2029, with a salary range of $86,721–$116,420. The position also includes a comprehensive fringe benefits package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: 95% employer-paid medical coverage and 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
• Paid Leave and Holidays:
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits: An 18% employer contribution to the 401(k) plan, plus an additional 2% employer match.

VEA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

VEA is committed to building a diverse team that reflects our membership and the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented backgrounds.