UAW 872 is hiring: Field Organizer
Overview
UAW Local 872 is currently made up of graduate student workers at the University of Southern California. Our union is looking for organizers to join our work to build a strong and self-sustaining local union. This posting is for multiple part-time positions open on a rolling basis with start dates as early as August 1st, 2024. Full-time equivalent (FTE) allocation will depend on field assignments and other factors.
Job Duties
- Conduct one-to-one organizing conversations with workers in person, over the phone, and on Zoom.
- Identify, develop, and support leaders in assigned departments to increase the capacity of our local union.
- Support leaders in the facilitation of departmental, divisional, and/or campus organizing committees.
- Follow up with potential and current members to ensure ongoing engagement.
- Connect members and leaders to union resources and support systems.
- Manage data and trackers related to assigned departments.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Highly organized, able to prioritize tasks, and consistently and independently follow through.
- Responsive and communicative through email, text, and Slack.
- Collaborative with other organizers.
- At least 6 months of experience with member-to-member labor organizing; other relevant experience will be considered.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Ability to regularly work in person on the assigned campus and occasionally at other sites in Los Angeles (e.g., UAW Region 6 office in Pico Rivera, other USC campuses and worksites).
- Knowledge of Google Workspace and Zoom.
- Preference for applicants to be current graduate student workers at USC.
- We are unable to sponsor a visa at this time.
Pay
- Annual salary is $40,000 for .5 FTE, $26666.67 for .33 FTE, and $20,000 for .25 FTE.
- No benefits will be provided.
How to Apply
- Email your resume and a brief cover letter to staff.application@uaw872.org with “Field Organizer Application” in the subject line.