Executive Board Info

Devin Hogan

President

Devin Hogan is the Union Sector Representative for OPEIU Local 12 as well as being a member who works at the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers (MFT).

Heather Jarosiewicz

Vice President

I am Heather and work at HealthPartners, in Patient Accounting. I believe in the power of collective action and want to help lead Local 12 into a stronger, more united future. With my leadership skills, direct communication style, and commitment to transparency, I want to ensure every member feels heard, valued, and included. This isn’t just *the* union—it’s *our* union.

My goal is to foster solidarity, bring fresh ideas for both education and engagement, and create opportunities for us to grow stronger together. This is an all-hands-on-deck moment. Let’s stand up, stand together, and make Local 12 the best it’s ever been!

Angelica Jaramillo-Tilsen

Secretary Treasurer

Hello! My name is Angélica (she/ella), and I proudly serve as Secretary-Treasurer of OPEIU Local 12. I’ve been a member since October 2016, when I started working at HealthPartners. As the daughter of Mexican immigrants, I was raised to speak up, ask questions, and advocate for what’s right — lessons that continue to shape my work in the labor movement today. What first drew me to union work was the fight for fair, equitable contracts and the chance to help others feel seen and supported in their workplaces. I’m bilingual (English and Spanish), and I value being able to connect with members in both languages. When I am not at work, I am spending time with my amazing family.

Mary Brown

Recording Secretary

I am working for HealthPartners, Inc. as a Claims’ Customer Service Examiner. I have been a Local 12 member since 1/31/1985

I have been on the Executive Board for 19.5 years; as a Healthcare Sector Rep. for 2 year, Recording Secretary for 6 years, and President for 9 years. I am currently back in the Recording Secretary Position for the last 2.5 years. I also serve on the Personnel Committee, Grievance Committee and the Events Committee.

I have been a Union Steward since 1989 and the Chief Union Steward since 1996. I am passionate about helping coworkers handle employment issues and even more passionate about our contract negotiations; where over the last 40 years I was able to help produce one of the best contracts out there.

Janell Kelly

Healthcare Sector Representative

I have been working for HealthPartners for 27 years. Currently I am working as a float in the eye care department.

Harold Brandt

Healthcare Sector Representative

I’ve been with Park Nicollet/Health Partners for 9 years in August 2025.

I am a courier driver with Supply Chain Services working from the Eden Prairie warehouse. I have been a steward for 3 years.

I bring experience from several previous board positions and hope my time on the board will help us continue to build the momentum Local has built during our current contract negotiations.

Tracy Schnagl

Public Sector Representative

Bio Coming Soon

Samantha Steele

Union Sector Representative

Samantha Steele is the Union Sector Representative for OPEIU Local 12 as well as being a member who works at the North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters.

Brandon Schorsch

Miscellaneous Sector Representative

Brandon Schorsch (he/him) is an OPEIU member at Jewish Community Action currently serving as Miscellaneous Sector Representative. Brandon’s workplace unionized in the summer of 2020, and was one of several non-profit staffs that joined the Local 12 family that year. Brandon’s biggest priority for OPEIU is establishing strong connections in the world of Minnesota’s non-profits. He is especially interested in establishing strong prevailing wages & firing protections in an industry that too often does not live up to its stated values when it comes to the workplace.

Rachel Bratager

Public Utilities Representative

Rachel is the Public Utilities Representative for OPEIU Local 12 as well as being a member who works for Centerpoint Energy.

Kristy Watts

Miscellaneous Sector Representative

I’m Kristy Watts, my employer is Wilson McShane. I have been a Local 12 member since 2020, and I’ve been a union steward for almost two years now.

When I first stepped into this role, I didn’t realize just how powerful it could be to help someone find their voice — to see that moment when a coworker realizes they do have a say, that they do matter, and that they’re not alone. That’s what keeps me going.

I believe our real strength comes from unity and understanding. The more informed we are, the stronger we become — not just as a union, but as people who have each other’s backs.

For me, being a steward isn’t just about filing grievances or showing up at meetings. It’s about helping people feel heard, respected, and empowered to speak up for what’s right. That’s what builds solidarity — and solidarity is what gets results.

So, let’s keep learning, keep showing up, and keep standing together. Because every voice matters — and together, our voices can move mountains.

Local 12 Executive Board

Local 12 has a ten member Executive Board made up of members and elected by the members. There are four Officers (President, Vice President, Secretary Treasurer, and Recording Secretary), and Six Sector Representatives. The Sector Representatives are determined by grouping those units with a common theme, the sectors are: Healthcare Facilities sector, Public Utilities sector, Public Employees sector, a Union Sector and a Miscellaneous sector. If you are interested in serving on the Executive Board, to guide the direction of our Union, please contact our President.

Membership Meetings

Local 12 has five membership meetings a year: January, March, May, September and November. The dates for these meetings are posted on our website at the beginning of each year.

Why should you come?

Get to know what’s going on in your Union! Find out what’s going on at other work sites! It’s your Union! Have your voice heard! Do you have an idea? Come share it? Meet your fellow Union members!