UFCW Local 919

Organizer / Business Agent

For covering Connecticut

 

Description: UFCW Local 919 is a dynamic, action-oriented union of over 6,000 members throughout the State of Connecticut. UFCW Local 919 is committed to building power for all of our members. 

Purpose: The Organizer/Business Agent is responsible, with the guidance of the Organizing Director, for the design, implementation, and analysis of a wide variety of campaigns, including internal and external organizing targets, with the objective of building a stronger union. The Organizer/Business Agent preforms a wide range of organizing duties, which may vary according to location and assignment; and which require the exercise of discretion and independent judgment. The Organizer/Business Agent will also be expected to represent and advocate for UFCW Local 919 members in grievance meetings and educate members regarding their legal rights and privileges under their collective bargaining agreement. 

Scope and Nature of Supervision: The Organizer/Business Agent must be able to organize his or her time and develop and carry out plans with minimum supervision. He or she must also be able to receive direction from and interact with his or her immediate supervisor. 

Working Conditions: When functioning as an Organizer you may be required to work long and irregular hours, work on weekends; holidays; and drive long distances for work. 

Key Qualification Criteria: 

• A strong commitment to social justice and the goals and principles of our union 
• Ability to travel and work long and irregular hours, including weekends, early mornings and evenings as needed. 
• Ability to develop and carry out work plans with minimal supervision 
• Ability and skill to assist UFCW Local 919 to meet its goals of organizing 
• Ability to work in a diverse environment that values and promotes diversity 
• Ability to work with union leaders 
• Must be able to handle multiple “priority” projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines 
• A high level of judgment, ability to take initiative, and to work with a team. 
• Ability to work independently while remaining accountable and responsible to member leadership, senior staff and organizational goals 
• The ability to strategize and implement plans in the context of an internal organizing campaign • Computer literacy with the ability to be trained as needed. (Minimum: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, a full host of Adobe products including InDesign. 
• Proficient in communications through various social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) 
• Must have strong commitment to fighting for working people. 

Must possess a valid driver’s license

Type of Employment: Full time salaried in Connecticut

Compensation:

• Salary dependent on qualifications and experience
• Full benefits package, including health insurance, dental, pension, 401(k)

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, résumé, accomplishments and references to: organize919@yahoo.com.

UFCW Local 919 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and highly values diversity of perspective and experience. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, and people with a working-class background to apply.