Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Membership Development Trainee Program?
The MDT (Membership Development Trainee) program
was created to provide opportunities for OPSEU members from all sectors to
experience what working with OPSEU would be like. It’s also meant to develop a
pool of qualified and experienced applicants for a variety of staff vacancies
that come up from time to time at OPSEU.
Why is OPSEU offering these
training opportunities?
As is the case with most organizations, in addition
to the regular staff turnover, OPSEU may be experiencing significant staff
retirements over the next decade. The program will help improve the skills of
activists. This program should assist OPSEU in training potential staff members.
Who is eligible to participate?
Any OPSEU member in good standing may apply for one
of these positions. In addition, a number of positions will be offered to
current OPSEU staff that may wish to develop their skills.
How many positions are available?
Positions are being planned in all OPSEU regions
across the province. Some opportunities for development for current staff will
also be provided.
How will participants be chosen?
The application process will be as follows:
1.Interested members are asked to fill out an online application outlining their
experience and skills; 2. After an initial review of the applications, a number
of members will be asked to proceed to the next level by completing an online
prescreen questionnaire. This will take place from June 11-June 15; candidates
must be available to complete the questionnaire during that time. 3. The results
of the prescreen will be reviewed and a number of members will be interviewed.
4. Successful candidates will be advised.
What can I expect the training to
be about?
All successful applicants will receive significant
training in negotiations and bargaining, serving members and developing union
locals. In addition, all MDTs will be completing assignments during their
employment and will learn to use a number of online and computer services.
How is the leave from my regular work
arranged?
Successful applicants will need to contact their
employer regarding a leave. Staff Relations will assist in this process.
When does the program start?
All MDTs are expected to start September 10 and the
program will continue for 12 weeks until November 30. During that time, it will
not be possible to approve vacations or time off from the training program.
Therefore, applicants need to ensure that they are available for the entire
planned time for the training.
I’ve never done a resume before,
what are you looking for?
There are many kinds of resumes. What we are
looking for is information about your skills and experiences that will indicate
how you could contribute within OPSEU as a workplace. Here is a sample of a
simple resume format which would be acceptable.
.doc format .pdf format
How can I get more information if
I’d like to be considered for one of these training positions?
You can get more information by contacting
OPSEUdirect at 1-800-268-7376 or 416-443-8888 from 8:30 am to 5 pm Monday to
Friday.
You can apply online by going to
www.opseu.org/mdt/index2007.htm or by contacting OPSEUdirect
1-800-268-7376.
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