Available Positions
USEA Organizational Specialist
Posted July 13, 2026 / Closes July 23, 2026
About Utah School Employees Association
Utah School Employees Association (USEA) is a professional association dedicated to representing Education Support Professionals (ESPs) throughout Utah’s public education system. Education Support Professionals include bus drivers, custodians, food service employees, maintenance employees, paraeducators, secretaries, technology employees and other education support professionals. USEA is an affiliate of the National Education Association (NEA). NEA is the largest public education advocate in the United States, representing approximately 3 million educators.
USEA supports and assists members in contract negotiations, grievance representation, leadership training and research. USEA advocates for laws and policies that support public education, benefit students, parents and communities and provide positive working conditions for ESPs.
USEA currently employs four full-time employees and one part-time employee. Our main office is located in Murray, Utah. All employees maintain home offices, and field staff regularly work within their assigned local areas.
The Position
An Organizational Specialist is a field representative employed by USEA to provide support and assistance to our local affiliate officers, leaders, and active members to organize and maintain strong, effective local associations in his/her assigned area. As an Organizational Specialist, he/she is expected to develop a constructive working relationship with the officers, leaders, and members of those affiliates within their area.
Expectations
The selected person for this position will have the experience, skills, and personal strengths to successfully assist local affiliates to implement programs and activities related to organizing, advocacy, communications, member empowerment, negotiations, mediation, coalition building, political action, contract enforcement, public relations, and grievance representation. He/she will function well in a high-energy, highly active environment and will be flexible regarding work responsibilities and working conditions.
Requirements of the Position
USEA is seeking applicants who possess the following qualifications:
• Experience with, and broad understanding of, labor organizations and/or education-related programs and services at local, state, and national levels.
• Experience with a labor organization and/or a background in human relations.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in labor relations, public or business administration, or related field.
• Ability to make well-reasoned decisions while being pressured by many individuals with differing points of view and interests.
• Demonstrated ability in written and oral communication.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with the staff of the USEA and local affiliate leaders.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to act responsibly in all situations.
• Demonstrated support and respect for the roles provided by Education Support Professionals to public education.
• If not currently living within Utah, the successful candidate must relocate.
• A valid Driver’s License.
• Extensive in-state travel (approximately 20,000 to 30,000 miles per year).
Terms of Employment
The Organizational Specialists work under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. The position requires travel and irregular work hours. The position offers a competitive salary beginning at $68,250 with steps and longevity increments based on additional years of service with USEA. USEA offers an attractive benefits package, including Utah State Retirement, medical insurance, sick leave, vacation leave, and mileage reimbursement.
Application Process
To be considered for the position, applicants must submit the following items:
• Cover Letter addressed to the Organizational Specialist Search Committee, which describes how the applicant meets the expectations and requirements of the position, as outlined above.
• Current resume and/or work portfolio
• Three (3) professional letters of recommendation
Candidates must submit the above-mentioned documents via email to:
Organizational Specialist Search Committee
Utah School Employees Association
887 E. Pontiac Dr., Ste. 2
Murray, UT 84107
Phone: 801-699-8025 Email: [email protected]
All questions should be directed to Greg Burrow, USEA Executive Director, at 801-699-8025 or via email at [email protected].
USEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
