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Fundamentals of Union Representation

Hosted by WACOPS Labor Defense Group, Fundamentals of Union Representation is an opportunity to sharpen your knowledge of labor rights, strengthen your role in the union, and hear directly from a respected legal expert and union leaders in the field. Register today!

This comprehensive training is designed to equip union representatives and leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively serve their members and navigate labor-management issues. The training will cover the following critical areas:

• The Duty of Fair Representation
• Investigating Grievances
• Negotiations & The Collective Bargaining Process
• Unfair Labor Practices
• Legal/Due Process Rights & Representation (Investigations & Discipline)
• Deadly Force Incidents

Presenters:

Erica Shelley-Nelson, Attorney at Vick, Julius, McClure

Dave Dunkin, President, Spokane Police Guild

and LDG Consultants Greg Lance and Ed Casey

When: September 9, 2025

Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Where: Hilton Garden Inn - Wenatchee

25 N Worthen St, Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 662-0600

Who: This seminar is best suited for guild and association leadership teams and/or those who will be entering leadership positions in the near future. Open to all WACOPS members organizations.  

Other Details:

Lunch provided

Attendees are asked to bring a printed copy of their current CBA

Register Here

Note: This training takes place a day before the Fall General Membership Meeting. If you are interested in attending both events, please visit the Fall General Membership Meeting page to register. 

Hotel Accommodations

Guest rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn starting at $169/night, make your reservation by the cut-off date of August 9th. Guest room scholarships available! Inquire with Teresa Taylor, ttaylor@wacops.org.

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