Overview
UAW Local 872 is currently made up of graduate student workers at the University of Southern California. Our union is looking for organizers to join our work to build a strong and self-sustaining local union. This posting is for multiple part-time positions open on a rolling basis with start dates as early as August 1st, 2024. Full-time equivalent (FTE) allocation will depend on field assignments and other factors.
Job Duties
- Conduct one-to-one organizing conversations with workers in person, over the phone, and on Zoom.
- Identify, develop, and support leaders in assigned departments to increase the capacity of our local union.
- Support leaders in the facilitation of departmental, divisional, and/or campus organizing committees.
- Follow up with potential and current members to ensure ongoing engagement.
- Connect members and leaders to union resources and support systems.
- Manage data and trackers related to assigned departments.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Highly organized, able to prioritize tasks, and consistently and independently follow through.
- Responsive and communicative through email, text, and Slack.
- Collaborative with other organizers.
- At least 6 months of experience with member-to-member labor organizing; other relevant experience will be considered.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
- Ability to regularly work in person on the assigned campus and occasionally at other sites in Los Angeles (e.g., UAW Region 6 office in Pico Rivera, other USC campuses and worksites).
- Knowledge of Google Workspace and Zoom.
- Preference for applicants to be current graduate student workers at USC.
- We are unable to sponsor a visa at this time.
Pay
- Annual salary is $40,000 for .5 FTE, $26666.67 for .33 FTE, and $20,000 for .25 FTE.
- No benefits will be provided.
How to Apply
- Email your resume and a brief cover letter to staff.application@uaw872.org with “Field Organizer Application” in the subject line.