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Description PERC is an independent state agency created to implement Washington State's eleven collective bargaining laws and resolve public-sector labor relations disputes. PERC has jurisdiction over collective bargaining for public employers in Washington. PERC mediates and adjudicates disputes, determines appropriate bargaining unit configurations and conducts representation elections, and provides training and other conflict prevention services.

The agency has jurisdiction over certain labor-management relations matters involving employees of the State of Washington, cities, counties, school districts, community colleges, higher education institutions, ports, fire districts, public hospitals, public utility districts, and a small segment of private employees. PERC is governed by a three-member Commission comprised of part-time Commissioners who have expertise in collective bargaining law. The Commission is charged with the authority to hire the Executive Director, adopt rules to govern the operation of the agency and resolve disputes under the relevant law.

As a practical matter, the Commission serves as the appellate board for decisions issued by the Executive Director and approximately 16 mediators/adjudicators employed by the agency. The Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) is recruiting for one permanent full-time position in the Labor Relations Adjudicator/Mediator 3 (LRAM 3) classification as an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP)/Representation Administrator. This recruitment may be filled in Olympia or Kirkland, Washington.

As a senior LRAM specialist, under the delegated authority of the Executive Director, the ULP/Representation Administrator helps effectuate the agency mission by processing unfair labor practice (ULP) complaints, representation, and unit clarification petitions. This permanent full-time position reports directly to the Executive Director and is overtime-exempt. PERC VALUES Innovation Excellence Credibility Integrity Respect Neutrality Balance Key Position Qualities Ability to prepare and edit written opinions; Ability to apply knowledge to diverse and changing work structures; Demonstration of high ethical standards; Ability to maintain a high caseload, keeping parties and other agency personnel informed about case status; and Ability to work as part of a high-performance team.

SALARY: depending on qualifications LRAM 3, range : 78 Salary: $9,246 - $12,437 monthly Duties Primary Duties Review and process representation and unit clarification petitions. Work with parties to investigate cases; plan, schedule, and coordinate representation elections; issue investigation statements and election notices; facilitate representation elections, draft certification for executive director's signature, prepare for hearings and decisions. Engage in discussions with representation and unit clarification case parties to help them prepare for hearing or resolve the case without hearing.

Help parties make informed decisions by providing guidance on likely outcomes of the proceedings based on agency rules and case precedents. Help ensure that the resulting units are appropriate under PERC standards. Schedule and conduct prehearing conferences and hearings.

Strive to resolve differences prior to hearing. Draft decisions for the executive director's signature. Process resulting election proceedings after hearing.

Participate in case discussions with the executive director and LRAMs regarding legal principles of representation and unit clarification cases. Edit representation and unit clarification decisions that have been drafted by other labor relations adjudicators/mediators (LRAMs) for the executive director's signature. Review and process unfair labor practice (ULP) complaints.

Apply agency precedent and decide whether ULP complaints meet jurisdictional standards. Issue cause of action statements or deficiency notices, giving complainants the opportunity to amend their complaints. Dismiss complaints if deficiencies are not corrected.

Review draft ULP orders of LRAM decisions to ensure consistency with agency practice and precedent. Work with parties to reach compliance with agency orders. Prepare information about parties' compliance for the executive director's acceptance or further proceedings.

Manage multiple and varying case queues and keep Salesforce, parties, and other PERC personnel updated regarding case status. As appropriate, maintain an individual caseload of unit clarification, representation, mediation, unfair labor practice or training cases. Respond to calls and emails from the public, providing information about the agency and its processes.

Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: A law degree and significant experience in collective bargaining, as a hearing officer examiner, mediator, arbitrator or educator in these areas. A master's degree in labor relations, personnel management, or closely allied field will substitute, year for year, for a law degree. Additional qualifying experience may substitute, year for year, for education.

Authoritative knowledge/command of statutes, rules and case law governing representation, unit clarification, and unfair labor practice issues. Demonstrated expertise in opinion writing and hearing skills. This includes the ability to draft and edit unit clarification and representation decisions for the executive director's signature.

Must demonstrate the ability to critically analyze and organize the relevant facts, arguments, and conclusions of law in a clear and logical sequence after reviewing of the record, legal briefs, and case precedents. Demonstrated ability to mentor others, as well as explain complex statutes and rules and apply them in terms that any and all interested parties can understand. Demonstrated ability to respond to difficult and stressful situations in a manner that reduces or minimizes potential conflict and maintains good working relationships among clientele and colleagues.

Application Process: Current resume. Letter of interest describing how you meet the preferred qualifications. Electronic application materials can be sent to Lynn Eccles at: Public Employment Relations Commission PO Box 40919 Olympia, WA 98504-0919 Email: lynn.eccles@perc.wa.gov Tel: 360-570-7318 Supplemental Information Note: The agency reserves the right to hire at any time

It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as soon as possible. The hiring authority reserves the right to interview applicants and offer the position at any time. For additional information about PERC, please visit the PERC website at www.perc.wa.gov

Applicants are encouraged to personally contact Lynn Eccles at 360-570-7318 or lynn.eccles@perc.wa.gov if they have questions about the position. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternate format may contact Human Resources at 360-570-7318. The Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) is an equal opportunity employer

PERC strives to create a working environment that is inclusive and respectful. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, religion, political affiliation, disability, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. For more information visit our website at www.perc.wa.gov