UAW Local 872

Field Organizer

Based in Southern California

 

Overview 
UAW Local 872, the union representing 3,000 graduate student workers at the University of Southern California, is looking for a skilled Field Organizer committed to building a strong, democratic union. The ideal candidate will have previous organizing experience in labor. This position is full time.

Job Duties 

• As a Field Organizing Staff, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Sign up new members and answer questions about benefits, rights, and protections in the union contract
• Conduct one-to-one organizing conversations with a focus on building union capacity
• Identify, recruit, and train workplace leaders–help build and develop a strong network of leaders in every program and area.
• Utilize data to optimize organizing tactics and evaluate the progress of responsible areas. 
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements 

• A commitment to economic, racial, and social justice, and solidarity with working people across diverse workplaces and sectors.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize tasks, and consistently and independently follow through.
• Responsive and communicative through email and text.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively, as the member of a team of organizers.
• At least one year of experience with member-to-member labor organizing and/or organizational communication; other relevant experience will be considered.
• Ability to work on evenings and weekends when needed.
• Ability to work in person at the University of Southern California, which may include both the University Park Campus and the Health Sciences Campus.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace and Zoom.
• We are unable to sponsor a visa at this time. 

Pay 

• Annual salary range is between $77,000 – $82,000, depending on depth of prior experience. 
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.
• 100% individual medical, dental, and vision insurance.

How to Apply
Email your résumé and a brief cover letter to staff.application@uaw872.org with “Field Organizer Application” in the subject line.