Clarence Gunn

Community consultant working for engagement, education, empowerment of community groups and organizations around issues related to educational achievement, social and political justice, and inclusion.

Primary roles have included:

• Consultant and Contractor roles on matters related to Labor Relations Employee Relations,
• Contract Enforcement and Implementation,
• Small and Large Group Facilitator (2-3/yr)
• Mediator
• Trainer
• Systems and Organizational Development,
• Technical Support
• Personnel Investigations (2 - 3/yr)
• Policy Review.

Managed and oversaw negotiations and labor relations activities of team of three (3) Collective Bargaining and Employer Relations (CBER) Specialists and one (1) Research Specialist for more than 35,000 independent home healthcare providers, agency home healthcare providers, and nursing home employees throughout Washington and Montana.

• Oversaw development and design of negotiations for different nursing home contracts (15) and independent contractors (10) represented.
• Monitored multiple contract negotiations and supported 3 field negotiators providing additional resources, alternative strategies, and approaches to issues on table.
• Filed, processed, and conducted grievances (5)
• Filed and processed arbitration hearings (3) through American Arbitration Association, as well as filing unfair labor charges with National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).

• Worked closely with legal counsel to navigate complex labor disputes, protecting interests of union members.
• Enhanced communication between members and UniServ office by implementing streamlined system for addressing concerns.
• Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct or unfair treatment, ensuring objective resolutions were reached.
• Championed diversity initiatives within organization, promoting inclusive culture that values all perspectives and backgrounds.
• Monitored legislative developments impacting education professionals, staying informed on relevant policies and initiatives. Achieved several successful enhancements to education funding and retirement system.
• Facilitated workshops on conflict resolution strategies within school environments. Reduced interpersonal conflicts by empowering employees to address issues personally.
• Collaborated with district administrators to address issues affecting education professionals, promoting positive work environment.
• Collaborated with community organizations to raise awareness about educational issues affecting local families and schools.
• Organized regular meetings with members to foster open dialogue and gather valuable feedback on desired improvements.
• Managed caseloads effectively, providing timely assistance to members facing employment-related challenges.