The Teamsters Union is the largest and most diverse union in the country with 1.3 million members. For more than a century, the Teamsters Union has been standing up for working people. Although the union is known as the champion of freight drivers and warehouse workers, the Teamsters represent workers in virtually every occupation imaginable.
The Out-of-Work Benefits Department administers the processing and payment of out-of-work benefits to Teamsters who are engaged in action to obtain recognition, protect wages and benefits, enforce collective bargaining agreements, or who have been locked out by their employers. Out-of-work benefits are funded through the Strike and Defense Fund, which was established by the 26th International Convention, June 25-29, 2001, as amended by the Special Convention, April 30, 2002. Article XII of the International Constitution sets forth the requirements for the payment of out-of-work benefits.
Responsibilities of the Office Manager
- Reviews all local union requests for compliance with requirements as established in the Taft-Hartley Act.
- Reviews pertinent contracts for notification requirements, expiration date and economic action, if relevant.
- Keeps a log listing Out-of-Work Benefits payments.
- Audits files and disbursement authorizations.
- Orients and trains new department personnel, as need arises.
- Receives and oversees the processing of approvals and payments of Out-of-Work Benefits on a daily basis.
- Acts as liaison between Information Systems and Accounting and Budgeting Departments on matters pertinent to Out-of-Work Benefits.
- Act as liaison to local union affiliates regarding inquiries about payments, as need arises.
- Audits and reconciles Out-of-Work benefits files when discrepancies arise.
- Supervises personnel in the Out-of-Work Benefits Department, as needed.
The position is based in Washington, DC. Candidates must be available to work in-person full-time at our DC headquarters.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of the structure and function of a union
- At least three years of experience in a union environment
- At least three years of experience in an accounting environment
- Working knowledge of labor laws
- Demonstrated ability to operate standard office equipment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Accounting: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Washington, DC 20001 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Washington, DC 20001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person