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Sr. Legislative Representative    The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world seeks a Sr. Legislative Representative for Washington, D.C./ Tysons (McLean), VA office.  ALPA represents more than 77,000 pilots at 41 airlines in the United States and Canada.  The Sr. Legislative Representative will serve as an integral member of the advocacy team developing, analyzing, and promoting federal policy in the interests of ALPA members.  Reporting to the Association’s Manager, Government Affairs and working collaboratively with other departments, they will function as part of ALPA’s Government Affairs team to advance ALPA priorities. Their emphasis will be on direct advocacy with Capitol Hill and the Administration, as well as providing advice related to legislation and legislative strategies. They will be responsible for analyzing legislation and regulations as well as drafting legislative proposals.  This position requires lobbying of Capitol Hill decision-makers and may include representing the Association in international and domestic venues with federal and international governmental representatives and industry stakeholders.  Critical, strategic thinking and excellent interpersonal skills are essential.      The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of the legislative process and aviation policy. Senior-level Capitol Hill and Administration policy experience in transportation and labor is required.  Labor union experience and/or an understanding of labor laws and the Railway Labor Act is valued, as well as an understanding of international aviation policy.  Demonstrated ability to analyze and craft legislative language, bills, and amendments required.    Travel:  10 - 30%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in relevant area (e.g., Economics, or Political Science) from an accredited college or university required; Public Policy MA, MBA, or Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. - Eight (8) years of experience in government, aviation, transportation, international trade, and/or labor required, twelve (12) or more years of relevant experience strongly preferred. - Knowledge of Capitol Hill and legislative process strongly preferred. - Aviation policy background preferred. - Executive branch policy and/or regulatory experience preferred, especially DOT, State, OMB, or other related agencies. - Strategic and critical thinking with a proven ability to write convincing and accurate position papers and legislative proposals strongly preferred. - Excellent interpersonal, advocacy, and communication skills, oral and written. - Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a demanding and fast-moving work environment. - Proven ability to work collaboratively and thoughtfully as part of a committed and integrated team. - Adaptable and flexible with the ability to meet constantly evolving priorities. - Ability to solve problems and excel in a high-performance culture. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint required.    Physical Demands:   Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.   Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally, nationally, and internationally).  Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.   Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).   While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, boxes, cases, files, and/or luggage as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)        ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including: - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available. - Partial remote work opportunities.     PROJECTED ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:  $137,805.00 –$196,864.00   Relocation not provided. Sponsorship not available for this position.    PM19    

Mass Media Relations Specialist     The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world (representing over 77,00 pilots at 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Mass Media Relations Specialist for our Tysons (McLean), Virginia office.  The Mass Media Relations Specialist provides traditional and social media relations strategy and execution for ALPA-wide communication initiatives, applying his or her skills toward the advancement of the Association’s advocacy efforts in Ottawa and Washington and collective bargaining goals with its member pilot groups, as well as other external and internal communications initiatives.  They will work with the media team to support all areas of communications, executing programs and campaigns with earned, owned, and paid media to advance the interests of all members of the Association and of the piloting profession.   They support the social media team for ALPA and assist with syncing day-to-day traditional media relations with digital media, as a routine approach to amplify messaging to reach a wider audience.   Interested applicants are requested to submit online portfolio link(s) showing previous work.   Local travel:  10 - 15%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace.  We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities. Qualifications:   - Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or Public Relations, from an accredited college or university required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree in a communications field is desirable. - Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in a communications role at ALPA or in an equivalent advocacy and/or communications position elsewhere required, five (5) plus years strongly preferred. Aviation and/or labor union experience and/or knowledge strongly preferred. - Significant media relations and content strategy experience required. - Exceptional writing skills, including the technical writing skills to communicate effectively with pilot groups, Association executives, and the media. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots, with attention to detail when reviewing and editing written materials. - Must possess exceptional time management skills; be able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment; and, transition easily between projects. - Ability to effectively interpret and disseminate complex information for public understanding. - Analytical and problem-solving skills to quickly reduce an issue to its key components and to develop unique media solutions. - Possesses the professional demeanor necessary to address issues of the most complex nature, to establish credibility in often-contentious circumstances, and to positively affect members, the media, and other audiences. - Experience planning and implementing media and PR/education campaigns; proven track record in pitching media and securing story placements. - Track record in developing, executing, and evolving comprehensive and proactive communications plans, as well as specific programs and campaigns, a definite plus. - Must be a self-starter with professional maturity and sound judgment, capable of independent decision-making. - Able to develop and execute social media strategies that build awareness and support for key pilot group initiatives. - Knowledge of ALPA policies, processes, structure, and strategic plans preferred. - Knowledge of desktop publishing, presentation, design, and web content management preferred, with a willingness to learn new software applications to enhance effectiveness. - Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Dreamweaver, and InDesign desirable.  Sitecore and/or HTML a plus.  Basic audio/video editing also a plus.     Physical Demands:   Note:  The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Vision, corrected or uncorrected, must be acute and discriminating.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office.  May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases. Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve audio/video equipment, binders, books, boxes, and files up to 25 lbs.  While on travel (local, national, or international), could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve equipment and/or luggage weighing as much as fifty (50) lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including:   - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available. - Partial remote work opportunities.   PROJECTED ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:  $75,522.00 –$107,889.00   Relocation not provided. Sponsorship not available for this position.    PM19    

Paralegal   The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world (representing over 77,000 pilots at 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Paralegal for our Tysons (McLean), Virginia office.  Under general supervision and within the limitations of Association policy, the Paralegalprovides contractual and legal research support and assists in the analysis of contractual disputes.  They work closely with MEC officers, representatives, and committee volunteers to assist in gathering information and evidence in order to review and analyze potential contract issues and support and assist in the development of strategies and tactics for resolution.  They interact with pilot members to assess whether potential disputes exist under the collective bargaining agreement and, if so, support pilot efforts to informally resolve the dispute with management while also handling contractual appeals of disputes that are not resolved earlier in the resolution process, including the subsequent processing of cases to the System Board of Adjustment, the preparation of the cases at the Board, and the preparation of post-hearing briefs.  They also provide support and assistance in the preparation and processing of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) enforcement cases at all stages, up to and including appeals and filing appeal briefs.  Individual responsibility and administrative ability are both required to ensure that tasks are carried out as assigned and important deadlines are met.   Travel:  10 – 40 %.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace.  We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements:   - High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in relevant area, e.g., English, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Pre-Law, or related field, from an accredited college or university preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience. - Two (2) years of paralegal experience required; five (5) years strongly preferred. - Paralegal Certificate required. - Labor law experience strongly preferred. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots. - Understanding of pilot contracts, corporate practices, and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) preferred. - Knowledge of pilot scheduling and work rules preferred. - Excellent organizational skills. - Able to work independently and to be proactive in identifying and responding to issues and problems. - Software: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; SharePoint preferred.     Physical Demands:   Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.  Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally and nationally).  Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.  Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including:  - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available. - Partial remote work opportunities.    PROJECTED ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:  $62,858.00 –$89,796.00   Relocation Not Provided.   PM19    

Occupational Health & Safety Specialist   The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world, seeks an Occupational Health and Safety Specialist for our office in Ottawa, Ontario.  ALPA represents more than 77,000 pilots at 42 airlines in Canada and the United States.  The Occupational Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for coordinating the delivery of services provided by the following ALPA Canada Pilot Groups and their Committees including, but not limited to, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and ALPA’s Air Safety Organization (ASO), including Pilot Assistance.  They work directly with staff and appointed Committee Chairs to ensure that regular communications with the Directors, ALPA Canada and Engineering and Air Safety, and Committee Chairs are maintained and that the services of the Committees are aligned with the overall strategic aims and objectives of ALPA and its MECs.   They prepare comments on legislative and proposed amendment initiatives pertaining to Aviation Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and may prepare testimony for presentation in Ottawa.  Similarly, they represent member interests in industry participation groups such as the Canadian Aviation Regulation Advisory Council (CARAC).   Working with their department management and colleagues, along with members of the ASO, they work to advance ALPA’s policies, initiatives, and goals in the areas of OHS and Pilot Assistance.  They also support ALPA ASO pilot representatives on relevant internal and external committees and may assist in conducting meetings between ALPA and industry/government stakeholders on areas of assigned work.   Travel:  5 – 20%. ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behaviour of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, including Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities, as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Occupational Health and Safety or other related discipline, from an accredited college or university required; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical aeronautical experience; advanced degree preferred. - Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP) recognized certification in Occupational Health and Safety Training with extensive knowledge and experience in Occupational Health & Safety issues required. - Thorough understanding of OH&S laws, practices, and relevant regulations for Canada and its provinces and territories strongly preferred. - Five (5) years of progressive experience in similar roles required, ten (10) or more strongly preferred. - Knowledge of the aviation industry, the commercial piloting profession, or equivalent required. - Knowledge/understanding of various legislative processes, Canada Labour Code-Part II, Occupational Health and Safety, Aviation Occupational Safety and Health, Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), and the like, required. - Knowledge of government and regulatory affairs is beneficial. - Ability to conduct Occupational Health & Safety research, communicate complex technical issues in a simple and understandable way, and make presentations to staff and committee representatives. - Strong collaboration and teamwork skills. - Strong time management skills; able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment; and, transition easily between projects. - Solid conflict resolution, problem solving, negotiation, and mediation skills. - Solid technical writing and public speaking skills required. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, pilots, and external contacts. - Software: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.     Physical Demands:   Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally, nationally, and internationally).  May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases. Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with enhanced benefits, including:   - 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - generous sick and bereavement leave; - company-paid premiums for family supplemental health care (supplemental medical, dental, prescription, and vision for employee, spouse, and dependent children), life insurance, and long-term disability insurance; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Non-elective employer contributions of 13% made to individual RRSP account after 180 days of employment.   PROJECTED ANNUAL SALARY RANGE:  CAD $126,207.00 – CAD $180,293.00   Relocation Not Provided.   PM19  

 Paralegal      The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world seeks an experienced Paralegal for our office in Atlanta, GA to represent over 16,000 Delta pilots.  Under general supervision and within the limitations of Association policy, the Paralegal provides contractual and legal research support and assists in the analysis of contractual disputes.  They work closely with MEC officers, representatives, and committee volunteers to assist in gathering information and evidence in order to review and analyze potential contract issues and support and assist in the development of strategies and tactics for resolution.  They interact with pilot members to assess whether potential disputes exist under the Pilot Working Agreement (PWA) and, if so, work with management representatives to informally resolve the dispute while also handling contractual appeals of disputes that are not resolved earlier in the resolution process, including the subsequent processing of cases to the System Board of Adjustment, the preparation of the cases at the Board, and the preparation of post-hearing briefs.  They also provide support and assistance in the preparation and processing of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) enforcement cases at all stages, up to and including appeals and filing appeal briefs.  Individual responsibility and administrative ability are both required to ensure that tasks are carried out as assigned and important deadlines are met.   Travel required:  10 – 25%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace.  We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Qualifications:   - High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in relevant area, e.g., English, Paralegal Studies, Political Science, Pre-Law, or related field, from an accredited college or university preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience. - Two (2) years of paralegal experience required; five (5) or more years strongly preferred. - Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred. - Understanding of collective bargaining agreements, corporate practices, and applicable regulations preferred with a strong preference for an understanding of pilot contracts and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). - Knowledge of pilot scheduling, work rules, and benefits issues, e.g., vacation, sick leave, and the like, strongly preferred. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots. - Excellent organizational skills. - Able to work independently and to be proactive in identifying and responding to issues and problems. - Software: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required; SharePoint preferred.   Physical Demands:   Note:  The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.  Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally and nationally).  Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.  Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs. (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including:   - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available. - Partial remote work opportunities.   Relocation Not Provided.   PM19    

Multimedia Visual Writer & Producer   The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world (representing over 77,00 pilots at 43 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Visual Writer & Producer to join the Multimedia Creation and Operations team for our Tysons (McLean), Virginia office.  The Visual Writer & Producer is responsible for collaborating with ALPA’s diverse stakeholders to develop scripts for media products on a variety of internal and external platforms including social media, podcasting, eLearning, live streaming, and more.  They coordinate production and post-production processes to ensure that the final products are completed on time and to the highest standards.   The successful candidate is hands-on with each project and owns the production process from start to finish.  They are adept at taking difficult or abstract concepts and finding creative ways to visualize and/or simplify them.  They must work well in a team environment, including working with voluntary, non-professional talent; have strong storytelling skills that translate across multiple platforms; and, adhere to the Association’s consistent brand and visual standards.   Interested applicants will be requested to submit online portfolio link(s) showing previous work.   Local travel:  10 - 15%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace.  We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities. Qualifications:   - Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Communications or related field required, master’s degree or completion of post-graduate courses in related field preferred, from an accredited college or university; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience. - Minimum three (3) years of experience with demonstrated expertise, five (5) or more years strongly preferred. At management discretion, additional equivalent experience and/or ALPA experience with proven expertise may be substituted for the above.   - Strong writing skills to effectively communicate meaningful messages to a target audience. - Solid communication skills, oral and written, for constructive interaction(s) with member pilots and staff, required. - Effective interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and tact to work with all levels of employees, management, and membership. - Demonstrated performance as a self-starter with the ability to work independently, without close supervision, and provide solutions to various issues as they arise. - Strong attention to detail with organizational and follow-through skills. - Possesses a positive and helpful demeanor that is collaborative and team-oriented. - Possesses a strong production vision with the proven ability to turn it into reality. - Able to develop ideas and work well independently, with little supervision. - Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud’s video apps a plus. - Experience writing and producing for educational videos or eLearning modules a plus. - Experience with the aviation industry and/or labor organizations a plus. - Experience producing live events a plus. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.    Physical Demands:   Note:  The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Vision, corrected or uncorrected, must be acute and discriminating.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office.  May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases. Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve audio/video equipment, binders, books, boxes, and files up to 25 lbs.  While on travel (local, national, or international), could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve equipment and/or luggage weighing as much as fifty (50) lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including:   - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available. - Partial remote work opportunities.   Relocation not provided.         

Political and Legislative/PAC Assistant   The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world seeks a Political and Legislative Assistant for our office in Tysons (McLean), Virginia.  ALPA represents more than 77,000 pilots at 43 airlines in the United States and Canada.  Under direct supervision, the Political and Legislative Assistantsupports the Government Affairs Department with Political Action Committee (PAC) administration and provides legislative support.     Responsibilities include preparation of PAC disbursement memos; maintaining accurate PAC records to ensure Federal Election Commission (FEC) compliance; maintaining ALPA-PAC dues check-off program, inputting information on individual records, maintaining online check-off forms, as well as physical forms that arrive in the mail; thank you letters, cancellation notices, and donor recognition lists; preparation of materials for external ALPA-PAC reviews; answering member inquiries relating to ALPA-PAC; keeping accurate files for access by external auditors; maintaining several email accounts for the Government Affairs Department; and, assisting with legislative research, workshops, seminars, congressional hearing monitoring, congressional correspondence, and congressional testimony preparation.    ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.  Minimum Requirements: - Two years of college; high school diploma required; or, the equivalent combination of education and experience. - Three (3) years of related experience required, preferably in a government-related role, five (5) or more years strongly preferred. - Customer/member service experience required. - Quorum PAC (CisionPAC) or experience with PAC software preferred. - Knowledge of Capitol Hill, the legislative process, current U.S. political dynamics, and/or federal election laws preferred. - Experience in political fundraising, congressional office, political campaigns, or federal government relations preferred. - Federal Election Commission (FEC) compliance experience, especially with political action committees, is a plus. At management discretion, additional equivalent experience and/or ALPA experience with proven expertise may be substituted for some of the above.  - Must be willing to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects. - Must be extremely detail oriented; be able to work in a team environment; and possess strong organizational skills. - Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with all levels of contacts, internal and external. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint required. - Able to work flexible schedule on short notice as needed. - Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with all levels of contacts, internal and external. - Software: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint required. - Able to work flexible schedule on short notice as needed, including the Association’s Capitol Hill office.    Physical Demands:   Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position; move about the office; determine what others have said or written; and, converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office.  May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases. Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  Sporadically, may be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, boxes, cases, and/or files weighing as much as 25 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)    ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including: - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available.   PROJECTED SALARY RANGE:  $939.00 - $1,263.00 per week Relocation Not Provided.     PM19    

Accounting Assistant     The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world seeks an experienced Scheduling Administrative Coordinator for the Delta Master Executive Council (MEC) Office in Atlanta, representing over 15,000 pilots flying for Delta.  The Accounting Assistantprovides support to the MEC Administration, Finance department, and MEC Office Supervisor by maintaining accurate financial records, submitting all required financial data filings in a timely manner, and reviewing invoices received by the MEC for accuracy and payment processing.  This position will also assist in the administration and reconciliation of funds held in the custody of the MEC and the preparation of financial data to be presented at MEC meetings.  This is an administrative position supporting the bookkeeping activity of the office.   Travel:  0 - 2 %.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace.  We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements: - High school diploma or the equivalent combination of education and experience.  Some college preferred. - Two (2) years prior or related experience with an emphasis on business math and accounting strongly preferred, three (3) or more preferred. - Software:  Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Solid communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with all levels of internal and external contacts. - Customer/member service experience strongly preferred along with ability to work productively in a team environment. - Ability to work efficiently and effectively on assigned tasks, without close supervision. - Strong attention to detail and organizational and follow-through skills, with the ability to handle multiple detailed tasks while under deadline pressure. Physical Demands:   Note:  The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.    Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position; move about the office; determine what others have said or written; and, converse with others and exchange accurate information. Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel locally.  May also include occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.  Required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.). Sporadically and/or while on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, boxes, cases, files, and/or luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including: - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The 401k plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available. Relocation not provided.  

Scheduling & Contract Specialist     The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world seeks a Scheduling & Contract Specialist for our office in Toronto, Ontario, located in Mississauga.  ALPA represents more than 77,000 pilots at 43 airlines in Canada and the United States.  Under general supervision and within the limitations of Association policy, the Scheduling & Contract Specialist works closely with MEC officers, representatives, committee volunteers, and staff colleagues to assist the Air Canada pilot group with crew scheduling concerns, compliance with the collective agreement, and overall support, including assisting the Scheduling Committee in the monthly scheduling process and responding to queries via e-mail and, when the matter is immediate and time-sensitive, direct contact with the pilot.    Travel:  5 – 15%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behaviour of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, caste, disability, neurodiversity, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics, including Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities, as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Minimum Requirements: - Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or Diplôme d'Études Secondaires (DES) required; Bachelor’s degree in relevant area or related field, from an accredited college or university preferred; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience. - Knowledge of pilot scheduling and work rules preferred. - Understanding of current Air Canada or other Canadian pilot collective agreement(s) and airline practices preferred. - Five (5) years of equivalent aviation experience required, ten (10) or more years strongly preferred. - Working knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) preferred. - Labour law experience strongly preferred. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with internal staff, external contacts, and pilots. - Excellent organizational skills. - Able to work independently and to be proactive in identifying and responding to issues and problems. - Software: Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel required; SharePoint preferred.   Physical Demands: Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.   Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally and nationally).  Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.   Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, books, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with enhanced benefits, including:   - 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - generous sick and bereavement leave; - company-paid premiums for family supplemental health care (supplemental medical, dental, prescription, and vision for employee, spouse, and dependent children), life insurance, and long-term disability insurance; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Non-elective employer contributions of 13% made to individual RRSP account after 180 days of employment.    Relocation Not Provided.    

  Senior Benefits Attorney       The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world (representing over 77,000 pilots at 43 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks two experienced Sr. Benefits Attorney for our office in Tysons (McLean), Virginia.  The Sr. Benefits Attorney builds and maintains relationships with pilot governing boards, councils, and committees, as well as with the airline benefits professionals and outside consultants and advisors; handles complex benefit issues; and, works in a fast-paced, collaborative culture, supporting pilot groups on issues that encompass the entire range of employee benefits matters, including defined benefit plans, defined contribution plans, nonqualified deferred compensation plans, health and welfare benefit plans, and employee fringe benefit plans.   Responsibilities:  - provides legal support to pilot groups on benefit matters; - assists in negotiating pilot retirement, healthcare, and welfare benefits; - drafts language for collective bargaining agreements and other agreements with employers relating to benefits issues; - drafts, reviews, and analyzes pilot retirement, healthcare, and welfare benefit plans for compliance with the collective bargaining agreement(s) and applicable law; - reviews and analyzes proposed legislation affecting pilots' retirement, healthcare, and welfare benefits; - drafts, reviews, and makes recommendations with respect to agreements between ALPA and its insurers, brokers, and other service providers; - interprets retirement, healthcare, and welfare benefit plan language and related documentation in connection with benefit disputes and testifies as a subject matter expert (SME) in grievance arbitrations; - conducts legal research and analysis and investigates issues relating to benefits matters; - prepares articles summarizing case law and legislation relevant to pilot benefits; - makes presentations to national committees, pilot groups, and other ALPA staff; and, - keeps abreast of legal, legislative, and administrative developments in employee benefits.   Local, national, and international travel, at times on short notice, is required: up to 35%.   ALPA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in a safe workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment and harmful behavior of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, gender identity, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined in federal or provincial laws.  We highly value everyone and all are encouraged to apply, including minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.   Qualifications:   - Juris Doctor (JD) from an approved school of law required. - Member in good standing of the Bar. - Fifteen (15) years of legal experience in employee benefits practice required, twenty (20) or more strongly preferred. - Comprehensive knowledge of ERISA and the benefits sections of the Internal Revenue Code and other federal statutes to the extent they relate to employee benefits, e.g., ADEA, ADA, USERRA. At management discretion, significant and in-depth, directly applicable, experience may be substituted for some of the above requirements. - In-depth knowledge of the design and operation of retirement, healthcare, and welfare benefits. - Superior legal and analytical skills, with the ability to select the most effective and practical solution to complex benefit issues. - Ability to demonstrate confidence and executive presence in business transactions. - Ability to work effectively as a member of a team. - Ability to organize and coordinate long-term projects. - Excellent communication and presentation skills. - Ability to manage multiple tasks and use independent judgment to formulate decisions and/or solve problems, under time pressure and urgent conditions. - Ability to work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines, and manage complex projects in an ever-changing environment. - Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable advising senior management and key pilot groups. - Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.     Physical Demands:   Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.   Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet.  Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.   Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about the office and travel (locally, nationally, and internationally).  Also includes occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and/or pushing and pulling or moving, e.g., to pack, unpack, and/or move cases.   Occasionally required to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve binders, boxes, and files up to ten (10) pounds (lbs.).  While on travel, could be responsible to move, raise, reach, and/or retrieve luggage weighing as much as 50 lbs.  (Assistance may not always be available.)   ALPA offers competitive salaries with terrific benefits, including: - 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 13% after 180 days of employment.  No employee contribution required! The plan includes a Roth option and 4-year vesting schedule. - Generous health care benefits on day one – PPO, Kaiser (where available), and a High Deductible Health Plan which includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision benefits for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children; - 27 days paid vacation and holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year; - Generous sick and bereavement leave; - Competitive parental leave; - Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance; - Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts; - Retiree health plan; - Education Assistance Program; and, - Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits, where available.   Relocation Not Provided.