Organizer : Minnesota

AFSCME Minnesota Council 5
 

Organizer

Based in South St. Paul, MN

AFSCME MN Council 5 is currently taking applications for the position of Organizer. This position is based out of the South St. Paul office. This position will have full-time organizing responsibilities working primarily to organize new units of workers.

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
• Visiting workers at their homes and worksites
• Working with teams of members and staff on organizing campaigns, focused on non-union workers
• Mapping and charting workplaces and relationships
• Facilitating a variety of trainings

Applicants must have:

• A commitment to social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion
• Skills to professionally communicate, in various forms, and maintain open dialogue with people
• The ability to inspire and motivate others to action
• The ability to respectfully work with and relate to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• A willingness to learn, share, and encourage the growth of other people
• The ability to navigate complex interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work under pressure, independently, and with limited supervision
• A valid driver’s license and the willingness to travel
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours with flexibility

Salary and benefits determined by collective bargaining agreement.

Please address applications to:

Michael LaCoste, Organizing Director
AFSCME Minnesota Council 5
300 Hardman Avenue South
South St. Paul, MN 55075

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and references via email to: Liza.Allen@afscmemn.org.

◄DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2019 at 4:00 PM ►

AFSCME MINNESOTA COUNCIL 5
(American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO)
651-450-4990

AFSCME Council 5 is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.