Jimmy Hester
Liverpool,NY
Summary
Knowledgeable Union President dedicated to protecting workers and rights. Exceptional leadership, management, communication and negotiation skills. Shaping positive workplace environments and supporting workers in self-advocacy.
Hardworking professional bringing many years of experience in sitting at collective bargaining table to resolve conflicts and mediate discussions. Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Looking to apply knowledge and abilities to challenging new role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Union President
ATU Local 580
Syracuse, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Provided support and guidance to union committees on a variety of issues related to labor relations.
- Advocated for the rights of union members through meetings with local, state, and federal legislators.
- Represented the interests of the union membership at various conferences and conventions.
- Conducted contract negotiations with employers to ensure fair wages and benefits for union members.
- Developed a comprehensive strategy to engage members in collective bargaining activities.
- Established relationships with community organizations to increase awareness of worker's rights.
- Researched applicable labor laws and regulations in order to advise union members accordingly.
- Facilitated internal communications between different levels of management within the organization.
- Initiated campaigns aimed at recruiting new members into the union's ranks.
- Attended grievance hearings as an advocate for employees who had filed complaints against their employer.
- Served as a mediator between management and employees when conflicts arose.
- Created educational materials about labor law and employee rights for distribution among union members.
- Collaborated with external legal counsels in order to provide legal advice to union members.
- Maintained records of all organizational transactions related to budgeting, payroll.
- Advised executive board on matters pertaining to labor-management policies.
- Evaluated current contracts regularly in order to identify areas that need improvement or renegotiation.
- Participated in negotiations with employers regarding changes in working conditions or job responsibilities.
- Coordinated training sessions designed to educate union members on relevant topics such as collective bargaining techniques, dispute resolution strategies.
- Managed employer and union member relations, processed grievances and resolved disagreements.
Transit Bus Operator
CNYRTA
Syracuse, NY
06.2018 - Current
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the bus to ensure it was safe for operation.
- Monitored passengers to ensure they followed safety regulations and paid fares.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding routes, schedules, and transfers.
- Assisted passengers with mobility devices in boarding and disembarking safely.
- Computed fares accurately using onboard ticket machines or cash payments.
- Enforced passenger rules and regulations while providing courteous service.
- Provided assistance to elderly or disabled passengers with their transportation needs.
- Reported any mechanical problems or incidents that occurred during transit operations.
- Adhered to all traffic laws including speed limits, stop signs, signals..
- Communicated regularly with dispatch personnel via two-way radio systems.
Team Leader
Burger King
Syracuse, NY
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
Living Word Academy
Syracuse, NY06-2016
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NYSkills
- Recruitment strategies
- Labor relations
- Fundraising
- Legal compliance
- Strong leadership
- Tactical implementation
- Employee relations
- Quality assurance
- Operational excellence
- Consulting
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor sourcing and negotiations
- Policy development
- Negotiation
- Decision-making
- Public speaking
- Coaching and mentoring
- Leadership team building
Timeline
Union President
ATU Local 580
07.2021 - Current
Transit Bus Operator
CNYRTA
06.2018 - Current
Team Leader
Burger King
10.2014 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Living Word Academy
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Onondaga Community College
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