ORGANIZERS/LEAD ORGANIZERS

Colorado WINS is the vibrant new local union of state employees making historic gains to secure quality public services and jobs organizing across Colorado. WINS is the first joint local of the three largest public employee unions in the country – the AFSCME, AFT & SEIU. We are a democratic, member-driven organization representing state employees across all state departments and institutions. We strive to improve public services by working with management and stakeholders in order to address the needs of all Coloradans.

We are looking for Organizers and Lead Organizers to join our team to do new member and leader recruitment and development to expand our capacity to win for front-line public servants.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop leadership;
• Recruit new membership;
• Organize workers and worksite actions;
• Participate in contract/agreement campaigns;
• Lead mobilization(s) and turn out for actions and meetings;
• Maintain accurate worksite (building and worker) information;
• Communicate with Campaign Lead Organizers and Coordinators;
• Conduct effective house visits and one on one communication;
• Conduct worker meetings and leadership meetings;
• Conduct effective worksite visits

Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice
• A strong desire to win for Coloradan working families and public services;
• Strong social, written, and verbal communication skills
• Motivated self starter who is also a solid team player
• Strong Computer skills a plus (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet)
• Experience in a labor or community organization a strong plus
• Experience in political organizing a plus
• Prior experience in comprehensive campaigns a strong plus

Salary & Benefits

• Salary is competitive
• Full benefits package including health insurance, pension plan, car allowance, and paid vacation

Location

Denver, Pueblo/Canon City, Alamosa, Durango, Grand Junction and Sterling

How to Apply:

To apply, fax, email, or mail in a résumé with cover letter explaining interest and qualifications to:

            Human Resources
            Colorado WINS
            2525 W Alameda Avenue
            Denver, CO  80219

            Email: HumanResources@cowins.org
            Fax: (303) 937-6463

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