Jared Mayhugh
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dynamic Labor Relations Advocate skilled in negotiating contracts that secure beneficial outcomes for workers. Successfully chaired meet and confer sessions and developed strategic bargaining approaches, leading to significant improvements in working conditions. Strong background in conflict resolution and grassroots mobilization to advance worker rights.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Labor Representative
SEIU - 1021
Oakland, CA
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Represented employees in negotiations and workplace changes at Alameda Health System.
- Chaired meet and confer sessions, securing favorable terms for employees.
- Developed strategic bargaining approaches, resulting in improved working conditions.
- Drafted collective bargaining agreements to ensure clarity and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with members to launch pressure campaigns addressing vague language in 2024 negotiations.
- Created tracking systems for grievances and negotiations, streamlining organizational processes.
- Led staff for five months while covering supervisor responsibilities at Alameda Health System.
Labor Representative
Engineers and Scientists of California - Local 20
Oakland, CA
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed field plan and campaign strategy to secure 2024 contract.
- Negotiated interim contract issues, enabling leaders to navigate challenges effectively.
- Assisted lead attorney in federal EPA contract representation, contributing to case strategy.
- Established rapport with attorneys, scientists, and accountants to enhance collaboration.
Representative Organizer
SEIU-UHW
Oakland, CA
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed grassroots organizing campaigns, facilitating entry of "not yet Union workers" into established units
- Developed successful advocacy campaigns, mobilized volunteers, and created partnerships for changes in the workplace
- Negotiated residual agreements, securing rights and benefits for newly organized workers
- Led the Kaiser Vacaville Strike Implementation Team during labor disputes.
- Filed and Prepared NLRB & PERB Election Petitions, along with filing ULP charges when the Employer violated the law
- Taught membership tactics and assisted in filings for Department of Fair and Equal Housing complaints , along with Wage and Hour Division complaints
Regional Director
SEIU - Committee of Interns and Residents
, Statewide
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Led successful organizing efforts, securing victories in 2 external campaigns for residents and fellows
- Led contract campaigns for 7 facilities in 2 academic years
- Negotiated 2 of my own contracts while leading a team
- Built and developed a team of 4 staff representatives, strengthening regional support and representation
- Directed internal campaigns for SEIU CIR Northern California, enhancing member engagement and advocacy efforts
- Developed a grievance tracker and bargaining tracker
- Cultivated relationships with political and union allies to enhance campaign success
Representational Excellence Coordinator
SEIU-UHW
, Statewide
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Created four programs focused on reducing grievances and improving member education.
- Developed training tools to improve representational knowledge among members and staff, contributing to better support and advocacy.
- Collaborated with Kaiser division director to resolve representational concerns, enhancing member engagement.
- Managed grievance and arbitration processes, ensuring timely resolutions.
- Oversaw five staff members and over 100 contract specialists to enhance operations.
- Engaged employers to identify and remove barriers, facilitating future initiatives and effective education fund management.
ODD Educational Organizer
SEIU UHW
, Statewide
02.2015 - 05.2021
- Directed educational development program for UHW, collaborating with joint employer education fund and multiple employers to advance workforce skills.
- Created apprenticeship programs with multiple employers, managing career ladders at diverse institutions.
- Led representational programs enhancing engagement for California staff and members within hospital division.
- Oversaw interim bargaining and issue resolution across multiple hospital systems statewide.
- Negotiated successor contracts for both public and private sectors.
- Managed grievance and arbitration processes for in-house counsel, ensuring compliance and protecting employee rights.
Skills
- Representation & Contract Negotiation
- Organizing & Mobilizing
- Training development
- Campaign development
- Conflict Resolution
- Private/Public/Federal Sector Experience
- Advocacy strategies
- Problem solving
- Google Suite & MS Office
References
- Reggie Davis, CNA - Labor Representative, (510) 395 - 1232
- Sonia Garcia, CNA - Labor Representative, (925) 544 - 6133
- Nancy Barrett, SEIU-UHW - Coordinator 3 - Contracts Team, (510) 773 - 7427
- Erik Dimitruk, SEU-UHW - Senior Researcher, (323) 365 - 4829
Timeline
Labor Representative
SEIU - 1021
12.2024 - 07.2025
Labor Representative
Engineers and Scientists of California - Local 20
05.2024 - 11.2024
Representative Organizer
SEIU-UHW
09.2023 - 04.2024
Regional Director
SEIU - Committee of Interns and Residents
06.2022 - 08.2023
Representational Excellence Coordinator
SEIU-UHW
05.2021 - 06.2022
ODD Educational Organizer
SEIU UHW
02.2015 - 05.2021