AFT Maryland

Affiliate Organizer / Field Staff Representative

Based in Maryland

 

The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) – Maryland is a federation of local affiliate unions representing teachers and public employees throughout the State of Maryland. The AFT-Maryland is seeking highly qualified individuals to provide member mobilization and new member recruitment for existing and new bargaining units in AFT-Maryland affiliates in accordance with the state-wide strategic organizing plan.

The incumbent will be expected to operate with a high level of independence and a high degree of independent judgement in various organizing campaigns under the general supervision of the Secretary/Treasurer, AFT Maryland. The incumbent also works under the general direction of the President, AFT Maryland.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
The successful candidate for the position will clearly demonstrate the following attributes:

• A demonstrated passion and commitment to the labor movement;
• The ability to manage relationships both upwards and downwards, as well as throughout the local affiliate organizations;
• Work in partnership with assigned local affiliates to build density and capacity, as well as work on special projects that may be designated;
• Knowledge of union organizing practices and principles, and thorough knowledge of state labor law;
• Evening and weekend work will be involved and this position may require travel throughout the state and work in other states for various lengths of time;
• A high level of project management skill, and the proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and balance competing priorities:
• A strong working knowledge of database programs and the ability to utilize effectively organizing tools;
• Maintains trust and confidence of multiple levels of union leadership;

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
The successful candidate for the position will clearly possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct organizing experience required
• Driver’s license, vehicle and insurance required
• Strong ability to prioritize, plan, organize, carry out multiple assignments and work effectively under pressure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will have responsibility for the following:

• Implementing major internal and external organizing campaigns by working with the Secretary-Treasurer, national and local staff, leaders and members.
• Conducting research, and providing thorough, timely analysis of communications, political and legal requirements for assigned campaigns.
• Carrying out campaign time tables.
• Identifying and recruiting new member activists and prospective member leaders.
• Developing and mobilizing organizing committees by engaging in one-on-one persuasion, inoculation, assessment and motivation.
• Developing relationships with community and political allies.
• Facilitating and/or assisting with the training and development of local affiliate members and staff.
• Plan and lead membership meetings, workshops, rallies and other actions.
• Identify and maintain contact with stewards and other leaders about worksite issues, assignments, events, turnout, etc.
• Interacting and connecting members with elected officials in an effort to push federal, state and local legislative priorities
• Experience with grievance procedures is preferred, but not required

AFT Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category: Professional – Bargaining Unit Position
Position Type: Full Time
Posted Date: December 2024 Position open until filled.
Salary: Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience
Benefits: Exceptional benefits package including employer paid medical, dental, vision, etc.

To Apply:
Contact Information: Applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé and (3) professional references to: HR@aftmd.org.