Consultant - Education jobs in Oregon

Consultant - Education plans and coordinates educational policies for specific subject area or grade level. Develops programs for in-service education of teaching personnel. Being a Consultant - Education confers with federal, state, and local school officials to develop curricula and establish guidelines for educational programs. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 7 years of experience in the field. Additionally, Consultant - Education relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a senior manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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UniServ Consultant
  • Oregon Education Association
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
  • POSITION:

    UniServ Consultant – Portland Association of Teachers

    CLASSIFICATION:

    Exempt (Salary), Full-time

    SALARY RANGE:

    Salary per Professional Staff Contract

    REPORTS TO:

    Director of Advocacy & Affiliate Services

    ESTIMATED START DATE:

    TBD

    APPLY AT:
    https://oregoned.org/contact-us/employment-opportunities


    JOB SUMMARY

    The employee in this position will help the Oregon Education Association achieve its Mission, Vision, and Core Values by carrying out a variety of tasks related to membership growth, bargaining, advocacy, organizing, training, recruiting, and retaining members in assigned local(s). Working under the general direction of the Executive Director, Director of Advocacy and Affiliate Services and/or designee, the employee will work with colleagues, UniServ Councils, leaders, and members to integrate elements of OEA and the local organizing, bargaining, political, advocacy, and membership plans.


    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    • Support and advance the OEA mission, vision, and values.
    • Contribute to, support, and actively engage in the organization’s commitment to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Participate in activities, trainings, and/or workgroups to support OEA’s commitment in this important mission.
    • Assist the OEA in developing and implementing the systems, programs and organizational strategies that create a member-driven culture of organizing and advance the goals of OEA.
    • Assist the OEA in developing and delivering dynamic trainings for leaders, members, and staff to support organizing and other campaigns.
    • Organize to build a strong union at every local or worksite consistent with the goals of OEA.
    • Assist the organization in building and exercising power at the state and local level.
    • Support state and local advocacy efforts as assigned - including, but not limited to:
    • Participate in developing and delivering member, leader, and staff trainings in the following areas: member rights, advocacy, collective bargaining, political campaigns, organizational development, strategic planning, and (internal, community and new member) organizing.
    • Work with leaders and staff to develop organizing and action plans – assist in execution and review of these plans.
    • Contract negotiations and contract maintenance through grievance processing, mediation, and arbitration.
    • Local association bargaining assistance.
    • Organizational and professional development through training, consulting, and facilitation within the OEA, local associations, governance, and members
    • Membership recruitment and development.
    • Political action activities and lobbying support.
    • Developing relationships and working with broad-based organizations to support the goals of the OEA.
    • Internal and external communications.
    • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with Council leadership, local leaders, OEA staff and management.
    • Provide counsel and advice to leadership and members.
    • Work collaboratively with staff, work teams, locals/districts, and community groups where appropriate.
    • Promote and support education restructuring and reform consistent with OEA policy. Facilitate organizational change at the local and state level.
    • Participate in trainings identified by the OEA.
    • Provide staff liaison/serve on Association committees as assigned.
    • Regularly attend and participate in OEA staff meetings.
    • Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Advocacy and Affiliate Services, the Executive Director or designee.


    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    • Strong ability to communicate verbally, in writing and through various media and to compose original documents.
    • Ability to think creatively to resolve problems, issues, and conflict.
    • Demonstrated successful experience in:
    • Organizing to build strong locals.
    • Commitment to fostering a member-driven and organizing union culture.
    • Knowledge and experience in state and federal educational issues.
    • Collective bargaining experience and knowledge of traditional, collaborative, and interest-based bargaining, problem-solving and alternative dispute resolution.
    • Contract maintenance and grievance resolution.
    • Member rights protection.
    • Political action and lobbying skills.
    • Designing, developing, delivering, and helping others execute organizing plans.
    • Problem-solving and other mediation of sensitive interpersonal situations.
    • Cultural Competence/Relevancy or Multicultural Education.
    • Ability to relate to all membership levels: Higher Ed, Certified, ESP members and leaders.
    • Strong work ethic.
    • Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals.
    • Ability to work well in teams, including providing cross-organizational support to other areas of the organization.
    • Proficient computer skills and experience in, but not limited to, word-processing using Microsoft Office Suite and online research.
    • Working knowledge of school district budgets and education funding in the State of Oregon.
    • Ability to coordinate personal workloads and schedules in a fast-paced working environment.
    • Ability to establish, track and assess metrics (data) related to organizing goals and membership objectives. Ability to deliver and communicate complex data.
    • Ability to work in a self-directed and efficient manner, maintaining calm under pressure.
    • Ability to meet requirements of working with large and small locals, higher education, and educational support personnel in a large geographic area.


    QUALIFICATIONS


    EDUCATION

    • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalency. Master’s Degree preferred.


    EXPERIENCE

    • Experience as an education employee or working directly with education employees preferred.
    • Staff or Association leader experience in education associations, local, state, or national school employee organizations preferred.
    • Experience with internal, new member and community organizing.
    • Knowledge of special programs, i.e., special education, bilingual, gifted, etc.
    • Experience in facilitating organizational change.
    • Experience as a UniServ staff person, union representative, organizer, or other similar union-related work.
    • Knowledge and awareness of poverty issues and their impact on student achievement.


    OTHER

    • Ability to obtain a valid Oregon State driver's license, have a satisfactory driving record, and have a dependable automobile for Association travel. Proof of automobile insurance with liability limits of at least $100,000/$300,000 required.


    OTHER INFORMATION


    SUPERVISORY

    • The employee works under the general direction of the Director of Advocacy and Affiliate Services, Executive Director and/or designee and is expected to operate with relative independence and a minimum of supervision in handling complex problems with initiative, creativity, and sound professional judgment.


    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    • The work will be performed in a variety of settings including office, schools, classrooms, and training facilities, sometimes in front of large or small groups and sometimes alone.
    • Travel is expected.


    The Oregon Education Association is an equal opportunity employer.

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Autism Consultant - Douglas ESD
  • Douglas Education Service District
  • Roseburg, OR FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 2550 Position Type: Licensed Date Posted: 11/16/2023 Location: Roseburg, OR Closing Date: 11/22/2023 Autism Consultant – Douglas ESD Douglas ESD is accepting applications for an Autism Consulta...
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  • Eugene, OR FULL_TIME
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Life Skills Consultant - for the 23-24 School Year
  • Lane Education Service District
  • Eugene, OR FULL_TIME
  • Teacher Consultant, Life Skills - Temporary POSITION TITLE: Teacher Consultant, Life Skills , Temporary DEPARTMENT/SERVICE AREA: Life Skills, Special Education REPORTS TO: Program Supervisor, Special ...
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  • Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
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  • Crooker Consulting, Search Consultant
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
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Workday Certified PATT Consultant - Education/Government
  • Accenture
  • New York, NY
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Workday Financials Accounting Consultant - Education & Govt
  • Accenture
  • San Jose, CA
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Workday Financials Accounting Consultant - Education & Govt
  • Accenture
  • Sacramento, CA
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  • Accenture
  • Cincinnati, OH
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  • Accenture
  • Columbus, OH
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  • Accenture
  • Raleigh, NC
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Workday Financials Accounting Consultant - Education & Govt
  • Accenture
  • Chicago, IL
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Workday Financials Accounting Consultant - Education & Govt
  • Accenture
  • Carmel, IN
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