United Food and Commercial Workers

General Organizers
Cannabis Program

Based in various locations
(organizers needed in Georgia, Kentucky, Illinois, Texas, California,
Nevada, Ohio, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, and District of Columbia)
ufcw.org

The 1.3-million-member United Food and Commercial Workers International Union, (UFCW) a powerful voice for working men and women, is seeking Organizers with various levels of experience around the country to give workers a voice in the workplace.

The UFCW is one of the most progressive unions leading the fight to build worker power in our workplaces, communities and the political and legislative arenas to insure that workers and their families participate fully in the rewards of the economy they help sustain.

Organizers will be trained to probe worksites and establish workplace union organizing for UFCW’s Cannabis program. Key job responsibilities include: engaging non-union workers in organizing campaigns, identifying workplace issues, developing worker committees, working with Union staff and community organizations, and conducting home calls.

Qualifications:

• A demonstrated commitment to social justice work is required.
• Working knowledge of contract enforcement, workers rights, and basic labor laws required.
• Campaign experience as a union member, organizer or representative, or in political, legislative or social justice campaigns required.
• Current or previous UFCW membership or retail work experience preferred.
• This is a full-time job with extensive travel requirements, irregular hours, and possible relocation.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to drive a car are required.
• You must live near a major airport.
• In some circumstances, foreign language skills are required; bilingual English/Spanish and other languages is a plus.

Salary and Benefits:
Salary: $68,737 - $85,646.

The UFCW provides a very generous benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Life insurance provided with the ability to purchase supplemental life insurance at favorable rates.
• Retirement Savings Account.
• 4014(k) plan with employer matching.
• Pension plan.
• Dependent care reimbursement account program
• Health care reimbursement account program.
• Three weeks of paid vacation, 12 days of paid short-term sick leave, Extended Sick Leave program, Paid parental leave.

To Apply:
Submit résumé and cover letter and references to: humanresources@ufcw.org

Vaccination Requirement: UFCW policy requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, consistent with applicable law. Any requests or questions may be submitted to hrcovid@ufcw.org

We believe our success rests on recruiting and retaining a diverse staff. UFCW is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided pursuant to applicable state and federal laws.