Union Organizer Job at American Federation of Teachers, Indiana

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  • American Federation of Teachers
  • Indiana

Job Description

American Federation of Teachers


Union Organizer

Based in Washington, DC

Union Organizer
Location:
Washington, DC
Employer: Local affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT)
Position Type: Full-time, Project-Based

The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) local affiliate in Washington, DC, is seeking a Union Organizer to support an ongoing organizing campaign. This is a full-time project-based position focused on building power for educators and school staff through effective organizing strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organize and mobilize workers to build strong unions and improve working conditions.
  • Conduct one-on-one conversations with potential members to encourage union membership.
  • Develop workplace leaders and build representative organizing committees of workers.
  • Work with organizing committees to plan and implement member-to-member outreach campaigns.
  • Attend regular team meetings to discuss strategy, progress, and next steps.
  • Maintain an updated database by entering assessments and other collected data.
  • Occasionally, be willing to travel within the state or country as required for meetings or trainings.
  • Take direction from the campaign director and local/state union leaders to achieve membership and organizing goals.

Qualifications:

  • Willingness to work long and irregular hours as needed.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities and individuals.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Competency in basic computer/web functions and social media platforms.
  • Motivated, responsible, organized, professional, and detail oriented.
  • Passionate about social and economic justice and equitable access to high-quality education.
  • Ability to work independently while incorporating feedback from supervisors.
  • At least 1 year of experience in labor or community organizing (preferred).
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle (preferred but not required).

Salary & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid individual health benefits.
  • Paid leave, including vacation, personal, and sick days.
  • Travel and expense reimbursements.

How to Apply:
Submit your cover letter, résumé, and three references to Brianna Morgan at: bmorgan@aft.org , with the subject line “ DC Organizer .”

AFT is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all individuals are encouraged to apply.

WHEN APPLYING: Be sure to indicate that you saw this information at .

Job Tags

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