Paul Iachetta

• As the COPS Division Coordinator I am responsible for negotiating and administering twenty six (26) collective bargaining agreements, filing and handling Improper Practice charges, Steward training, grievance filing, filing and preparation for hearings and arbitrations, oversee Labor Relations Representatives working in the COPS Division, develop, plan and implement public campaigns, assist members with outside issues such as Workers Compensation, Fair Labor Standards Act Issues, New York State Pesh complaints, conduct and document labor mangement meetings. Developed and implemented the following initiatives:
• -Annual law enforcement based training seminar focusing on the latest trends and legislation affecting members.
• -Initiated and instituted organizing programs and materials to focus specifically on the UPSEU COPS Division.
• -Organized over 800 new members encompassing 12 different units from all over New York State.
• -Organized, planned and implemented steward training program specific to the COPS Division.
• -Partnered with the law firm of Alex Dell to represent members in Workman's Compensation cases, Social Security Disability and New York State Disability Retirement issues.
• -Partnered with PORAC legal defense fund to insure members were represented in criminal and civil cases arising out of their employment.
• -Instituted the "Rapid Response Initiative" whereby members are represented during and after critical incidents and/or officer involved shootings.
• -Partnered with the law firm of Lamarche and Safranko, to represent members being interrogated in criminal or attorney general related issues.
• -Partnered with New York Law Enforcement Assistance Program (NYLEAP) to assist members suffering from traumatic stress as a result of their employment.

• Mediated discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
• Participated in labor-management meetings to discuss labor issues.
• Completed in-depth investigations into issues pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies.
• Provided expertise on labor and employment laws to help employers make more effective decisions.
• Chief spokesperson during negotiations.
• Filed and handled Improper Practice Charges up to the conference step.
• Perform site visits on a monthly basis to all locals within the COPS Division.
• Reduced grievances and arbitration needs by educating frontline managers on techniques for enhancing interactions between labor and leadership.
• Interpreted and advised on labor relations policies and previously negotiated agreements.

As a Business Agent, I represented food service workers as well as hotel staff. Negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreements, filed grievances and Unfair Labor Practices, performed site visits on a monthly basis.

• Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
• Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
• Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
• Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
• Responsible for managing the physical safety of buildings and employees and the protection of information technology and confidential records.

• Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
• Tracked cash flow and financial planning to analyze company's financial strengths and weaknesses and propose strategic directions.
• Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
• Worked directly with clients and tenants.
• Partnered with outside agencies (Section 8, Department of Social Service).
• Responsible for maintaining certificates of occupancy.
• Facilitate maintenance and repairs.
• Hiring and overseeing contractors.
• Marketing property to maintain tenant occupancy.

• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.

• Supervised student grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
• Ordered equipment for all sports and kept meticulous records on athletic equipment inventory.
• Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
• Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
• Managed and reduced spending through fundraising efforts.
• Prepared and administered department budget.
• Designed and implemented state of the art work out facilities for students and faculty.
• Renovated and improved locker room facilities.

• Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 8 officers.
• Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
• Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
• Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
• Introduced and implemented the departments first bicycle patrol unit.
• Responsible for inservice training.
• Served as a liaison to Albany County 911 to develop and implement the emergency call system to the City of Cohoes.
• Served as the departments Field Training Officer.
• Served as Communications Supervisor and was responsible for the direct supervision and training of all dispatchers within the Communications Unit.

• Presided over union meetings and promoted agendas with transparent information for union workers.
• Changed union from a P.B.A. to the Cohoes Police Officers Union and affiliated with Council 82 forming local 756.
• Successfully negotiated 3 collective bargainig agreements.
• Administered all grievances.
• Prepared and administered union budget.
• Initiated and devloped the P.A.C.T. (Police and Community Together) program.
• Established the annual "Civilian Recognition Awards Dinner".
• Established the "Mayor Frederick Julian Memorial Scholarship".
• Established annual "Halloween 5k/10k Run".
• Instituted police "Honor Guard".
• Established annual "Cohoes Police Officers Union Spaghetti Dinner" for charity.
• Established annual "Bicycle Essay Contest".