Union Organizer

Union Organizer

Affiliate :

AFSCME Wisconsin Council 32

Location : Milwaukee, WI

Posting Date : August 13,

AFSCME Wisconsin Council 32 is taking applications for the position of full-time Union Organizer, focused on building membership and training and empowering member leaders. We are looking for a problem solver with a proven record of managing group dynamics and empowering, motivating, and tasking volunteer leaders to do the work of building the union. At AFSCME, workers are the union , and our strength comes from our members leading the fight for dignity, fairness, and respect at work. This position is based in our Milwaukee office and will primarily organize in the Milwaukee area, with the expectation of taking on statewide organizing responsibilities in approximately 12–18 months.

DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS :

Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Building and maintaining relationships with non-union workers, members, and staff.
• Identifying and developing worker leaders.
• Developing and guiding worker committees.
• Empowering workers to build community and act to improve their working conditions.
• Working with teams of members and staff on organizing campaigns, focused on non-union workers.
• Data management.
• Facilitating a variety of trainings.

Applicants must have :

Generous salary and benefits package determined by collective bargaining agreement including full health, dental and vision insurance, and 2 to 1 pension matching.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and references via email to :

Chris Chapek, Organizing Coordinator

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