Virginia Education Association

UniServ Director
Loudoun Education Association

Based in Lansdowne, VA

 

Date of Posting: March 25, 2026
Deadline for Applying: Open until filled 
Reports to: Director, Organizing and Affiliate Support

The Virginia Education Association (VEA) is the largest union of public-school employees in Virginia, advocating for education professionals and advancing public education. VEA advocates for policies that strengthen public schools, support school staff, and expand opportunities for all students. As a National Education Association (NEA) affiliate, we represent thousands of educators, support staff, and school employees across the Commonwealth. Our mission is twofold: ensuring all students receive quality public education while supporting our members' rights, working conditions, and professional growth.

Position and Area Description:
The Loudoun Education Association local is currently staffed by two UniServ Directors and the total membership is approximately 3400. The UniServ office is located in Lansdowne, Virginia.

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
• Understanding of the bargaining process and its components
• 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 MS Word and other Microsoft applications.
• 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
• awareness of political campaigns and lobbying

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
• Maintain a working knowledge of the IMS and other related 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 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.

Salary and Fringe Benefits:
This position is covered by the Virginia Professional Staff Association (VPSA) Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and has a salary range of $81,949 – $114,138. The contract also includes an excellent fringe benefits package.

Application Procedure:
Please go to www.veanea.org/careers to submit an application.