Greater Boston Labor Council, AFL-CIO

Organizer

Based in the Boston, MA area

 

Job Title: Organizer
Position: Full time with 3-month probationary period and 2-year commitment expected
Salary/Benefits: $60,000 – $75,000 range, full health benefits and pension, T-Pass, cell phone
Closing Date: This position is open until filled.

Organizational Background:
Chartered by the National AFL-CIO, the Greater Boston Labor Council’s is the nexus of the Boston area’s labor movement. GBLC’s mission is to transform the lives of working-class families within the 24 cities and towns in our jurisdiction by building worker power and power for the working class.

GBLC promotes solidarity between unions and ensures the Labor Movement speaks in one, united voice as we build greater power in the halls of city government, at coalition tables, in our workplaces and throughout our communities. The Greater Boston Labor Council, AFL-CIO endorses candidates for political office who share our values and also works with community allies to advance social and economic justice. For more information about our work, visit: http://www.gblc.us.

Job Description:
The Organizer will work closely with the President and Political Director to develop and implement GBLC’s programs and mission. Primary responsibilities include:

• Supporting new union organizing campaigns in GBLC’s region.
• Organizing solidarity actions, events and activities that engage union affiliate leaders and delegates in GBLC programmatic work.
• Assisting in implementing the political program of GBLC, including municipal endorsements and electoral field work.
• Writing and research for different internal and external audiences, including position statements, lobbying, speeches, policy briefs, op-eds and more.
• Engaging closely with the GBLC affiliate unions, the MA AFL-CIO and community allies.
• Supporting the day-to-day administrative and fundraising operations of the organization, including annual Labor Day breakfast, Holiday Awards dinner and other events as needed.

Job Requirements:

• 2 years’ experience in union or community organizing preferred.
• Commitment to social justice and GBLC’s organizational mission and goals.
• Excellent organizational skills-- good attention to detail and well organized.
• Excellent communication skills--verbal and written.
• Self-motivated—proven ability to work independently.
• Proven ability to work under definite timelines and deadlines.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups and populations.
• Dedication and ability to work flexible hours.
• Proficient knowledge of computer operations and programs.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish desired.

To Apply:
Please email a cover letter, résumé, and three references to Darlene Lombos at: dlombos@gblc.us.

Women, People of Color and GLBQT strongly urged to apply.