Title: Labor Relations Board Management Seat Member

Application Deadline Date: 10/09/2026

Req ID: 55844

Department: Labor Relations Board

Location:

Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Exempt

Schedule Type: Part-Time

Minimum Salary: N/A

Maximum Salary: N/A

How to Apply

Do not apply online.

Please send a resume and letter of interest to Jenna Farrell at jenna.bessette@vermont.gov. Complete applications are due no later than October 9th, 2026, by 4:00 p.m.

Overview

The Vermont Labor Relations Board invites qualified individuals to apply for a current “management” seat vacancy on the Board. A “management” seat is not an administrative role but a representative and decision-making role that ensures employer interests are considered while performing the work of the Vermont Labor Relations Board.

The Vermont Labor Relations Board conducts hearings and adjudicates grievances involving relations between employers and employees of the State of Vermont, Vermont State Colleges, and the University of Vermont. The Board also determines appropriate bargaining units, conducts union representation elections, and adjudicates unfair labor practice charges involving these employers and municipalities, school districts, and small private operations.

Description

Successful applicants will serve a term of six years, and attend required hearings held in Montpelier, as well as assist in special projects as directed by the Labor Board Chair or Executive Director. The position requires Members assigned to cases to review filings in preparation for hearings, attend hearings that may last one to three days, review post-hearing briefs, deliberate with fellow panel members to reach decisions, and review and revise decision drafts prepared by the Executive Director. Board members may also attend elections at employment sites. Labor Relations Board appointments are made by the Governor. For more details on the role and responsibilities of the Vermont Labor Relations Board, review Vermont statutes, 3 V.S.A. §921, et seq., or visit the Labor Relations Board website at vlrb.vermont.gov/about-us.

The position requires members assigned to cases to review filings in preparation for hearings, attend hearings that may last one to three days, review post-hearing briefs, deliberate with fellow panel members to reach decisions, and review and revise decision drafts prepared by the Executive Director. Board members may also attend elections at employment sites or the Board office in Montpelier.

Compensation

Board members can expect to attend four Board meetings a year, although the number of hearings or election assignments may vary. Board members can anticipate being assigned to at least 2-6 hearings annually. Members can expect to dedicate 12-21 days to Board matters, which include attending Board meetings (4 days in the Montpelier Board hearing room), participating in hearings (2-6 in the Montpelier Board hearing room), deliberations (remotely), or other matters.

Members of the Board receive $125.00 per day in compensation for time spent performing their duties. Both receive reimbursement for necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties.

Minimum Requirements

No specific education or experience required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.