Jo Riedel (they/them)
Aberdeen,MD
Summary
Dedicated Professional bringing years of experience in union representation, contract administration, professional training and education planning, internal mobilization, and mediation to resolve conflicts. Excellent oral and written communication, organizational and problem-solving skills. Looking to apply my experience, knowledge and abilities to build a more successful union.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Representative
AFSCME Maryland
Baltimore, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Planned, executed, and led contract campaigns for multiple bargaining units as the chief negotiator for the union.
- Identify, train, and empower new local stewards and officers. Support existing officers by developing and implementing ongoing organizing strategies to grow and strengthen their locals.
- Assigned a turf including state employees in multiple agencies, county government employees, and K-12 bargaining units.
Founder/Board Member
Cecil County LGBTQ+ Alliance
Elkton, MD
06.2020 - Current
- Founded the first LGBTQIA+ Group in the history of Cecil County
- Grew the Alliance to over 500 members in the first year
- Planned and Executed the first Pride event in the history of Cecil County in 2021
National Program and Membership Coordinator
Pride at Work, AFL-CIO
Washington, DC
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Acted as the national liaison for local chapters across the United States.
- Worked with other constituency groups within the AFL-CIO to promote equality for all union members
- Developed marketing materials identifying upcoming events, activities and helpful information for distribution to members.
- Oversaw membership data system to keep information updated and complete.
- Managed social media accounts by composing content, engaging with followers in comments, monitoring activities and researching trends.
- Authored press releases and communications materials to share vital information and promote intended message.
Staff Representative
PASNAP
Conshohocken, PA
12.2018 - 01.2022
- Interpreted contractual agreements to support collective bargaining and labor relations processes.
- Defined strategies and created a plan to achieve ambitious operational objectives.
- Provided representation and contract enforcement for nurses, medical professionals, and EMS workers.
- Drafted and negotiated contract language that protects gender identity, a first for our organization.
Vice-Chair
Cecil County Democratic Central Committee
Elkton, MD
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Collected and interpreted data such as election results and public opinion surveys.
- Analyzed and interpreted policies, legislation and public issues on behalf of various political and community groups.
- Recommended institutional and organizational changes to existing programs and policies based on political implications.
Industrial Recycling Operator
Pepsi Beverages Company
Wilmington, DE
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Created and maintained daily activity logs to track ongoing operational performance.
- Identified machinery issues and repaired parts to keep equipment up and running.
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance with manufacturing thresholds and waste reduction initiatives.
Administrative Organizer
SEIU 1199 WV/KY/OH
Huntington, WV
02.2011 - 02.2012
- Responsible for representation of over 1800 members in various facilities in multiple states.
- Managed leadership structure consisting of 200 leaders responsible for implementing organizational strategy and policy.
- Responsible for developing and implementing contract campaigns, drafting contract language and negotiation of collective bargaining agreements.
- Developed a rating system for arbitrators that was utilized by the entire organization.
- Researched disciplinary and grievance issues and recommended optimal courses of action.
Shop Steward/Legislative Representative
Department of Veterans Affairs
Washington, DC
09.1999 - 02.2011
- Researched disciplinary and grievance issues and recommended optimal courses of action.
- Trained members on how to interpret and administer labor contracts.
- Lobbied elected and appointed officials on behalf of federal employees.
- Built a nationwide coalition of various Union locals to advocate on behalf of low income workers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Od Dominion University
Norfolk, VAUnion Organizing - Labor Relations
AFL-CIO Organizing Institute
New York, NY08.2010
Federal Labor Relations - Labor Relations
AFGE
Washington, DC03.2009
Associate of Arts - Political Science
Cedar Valley College
Dallas, Texas05.2006
Political Science
American University
Washington, DCSkills
- Mediation
- Negotiation
- Strategy
- Policy implementation
- Microsoft Office
- Contract interpretation
- Grievance management
- Arbitration case support
- Training leadership
- Management collaboration
- Training & Development
- Teambuilding
- People skills
- Critical thinking
- Project planning
- Analytical
- Collaboration
Certification
- Federal Labor Management and Mediation - 2009
- CDC Crisis Emergency Risk Communication - 2010
- FEMA Incident Command Systems for Health Care/Hospitals 2010
- Contract Negotiations - 2019
- Labor Arbitration Training - 2019
- Advanced Grievance Training 2020
Timeline
Field Representative
AFSCME Maryland
08.2023 - Current
National Program and Membership Coordinator
Pride at Work, AFL-CIO
01.2022 - 01.2024
Founder/Board Member
Cecil County LGBTQ+ Alliance
06.2020 - Current
Vice-Chair
Cecil County Democratic Central Committee
01.2019 - 12.2021
Staff Representative
PASNAP
12.2018 - 01.2022
Industrial Recycling Operator
Pepsi Beverages Company
01.2012 - 12.2018
Administrative Organizer
SEIU 1199 WV/KY/OH
02.2011 - 02.2012
Shop Steward/Legislative Representative
Department of Veterans Affairs
09.1999 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Od Dominion University
Union Organizing - Labor Relations
AFL-CIO Organizing Institute
Federal Labor Relations - Labor Relations
AFGE
Associate of Arts - Political Science
Cedar Valley College
Political Science
American University