Two Full-Time Organizers – PEG Project : Louisiana

Two Full-Time Organizers
PEG Project

Based in Baton Rouge, LA

DESCRIPTION:
These are full-time positions for Organizers to work on an ongoing organizing campaign in Baton Rouge, LA. Organizers are responsible for a variety of aspects of a campaign including building relationships with workers, recruiting and sustaining membership, developing issues-based organizing plans for assigned areas, and for building and maintaining motivation of organizing committee members and activists. PEG Project is a joint venture with the American Federation of Teachers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Willing to work long and irregular hours
• In possession of an insured vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Have strong communication skills
• Be motivated, responsible, organized, professional and detail oriented
• Able to work with individuals different from one’s self and be an effective, collaborative team member
• Able to accept constructive feedback and direction from campaign supervisor
• Dedicated to social and economic justice, and public education
• Experienced in community, student, labor, or environmental activism is a plus for organizer position.
• Union organizing experience is preferred

Applicants must be flexible with regards to geography and/or be willing to relocate. Duties may require extensive travel around the state and possible travel outside the state.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organize and mobilize workers
• Attend daily and weekly meetings with supervisors, colleagues, and leaders to discuss progress and plan activities.
• One-on-one visits, site visits, meetings, and other interaction with members and potential members
• Write work plans, reports, and member communications as needed
• Enter assessments and other data collected in a database on a weekly basis
• Occasionally, be assigned to other parts of the state or country as required
• Take directions from supervisor on daily and weekly activities to grow AFT membership and accomplish goals.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Health benefits, 401k, and vacation are included.

HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your cover letter and résumé by clicking on the link provided below –
https://organizers.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2gb5ricsijo/aaak

Equal Employment Opportunity and all are encouraged to apply.