Labor Educator

The University of Iowa, College of Law, Labor Center is seeking a Labor educator. This position provides adult continuing education on labor and workplace issues for workers across the state and region through a wide range of non-credit classes, seminars, and conferences both on and off campus. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, conference coordination, applied research for educational purposes, maintaining positive working relationships with labor organizations, and conducting grant-related activities. This position requires a J.D. degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and experience representing labor organizations. 
 

There is an expectation that the person in this position will maintain effective, civil, and respectful working relationships with the University of Iowa campus community and uphold the University's commitment to creating welcoming and respectful environments for all.

Job Duties and Tasks: 

• Teach non-credit labor education classes both on and off campus in relevant areas, including collective bargaining, contract administration and grievance handling/arbitration, labor communications, labor and employment law, labor history, leadership development and union administration, organizing and mobilizing, political economy, public policy issues, strategic planning, safety and health, and other workplace/union issues. 
• Design, write and produce labor education materials including replicable curricula and instructional materials appropriate for adult learners.
• Conduct applied research on labor topics for educational purposes.
• Supervise graduate research assistants and undergraduate interns who may assist with applied research.
• Plan, promote and administer non-credit labor education classes, seminars and conferences both on and off campus.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with local, state, regional and national labor organizations.
• Coordinate conferences; coordinate with sponsors, guest instructors, and administrative staff to plan, promote, and administer educational conferences and institutes. 
• Conduct grant and administrative activities; investigate and identity grant opportunities, write and submit grant applications, conduct, track, and report grant activities, participate in departmental decision-making processes and administrative functions. 

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Required Qualifications

• JD degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 
• Three years teaching labor law related topics to adult learners and producing high quality educational materials. 
• Demonstrated ability to conduct applied research relevant to workers and their organizations.
• Prior program coordination and administration experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to working collectively with, and ability to relate to, workers and their organizations.
• Valid drivers' license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards
• Willingness to travel and work weekends and evenings.

Desirable Qualifications

• Direct experience in collective bargaining, labor/employment law, and/or worker/union representation.
• Areas of expertise and teaching that complement and expand on those already possessed by current staff.

Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission: 

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-

Benefits Highlights:

Regular salaried position. Pay Level 4B. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.