Organizer
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Location:
Springfield, VA, US
Company:
Fairfax Co Federation of Teachers
Summary:
Organizers are responsible for external organizing activities, including building worker relationships, developing issue-based plans, recruiting activists, conducting one-on-one membership recruitment, and planning outreach campaigns. Duties also involve maintaining assigned worksites, vigorous membership recruitment, supporting education leaders, and engaging members in campaigns.
Requirements:
Hard Skills: Interpersonal Skills, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Motivation, Data Management, Computer Programs, Attention To Detail, Organizational Skills, Independent Task Management, Meeting Deadlines, Problem-Solving, Advocacy Campaigns, Working With Diverse Populations, Driver's License, Teamwork
Experience: 0-2 years
Job Description:
Organizer Position
The Fairfax County Federation of Teachers (FCFT) is seeking a full-time Organizer to work on an organizing campaign based in Northern Virginia. This is a bargaining unit position.
Organizers are responsible for a wide range of external organizing activities, including building strong relationships with workers, developing issue-based organizing plans, recruiting and sustaining organizing committee members and activists, conducting one-on-one conversations with potential members to encourage union membership, and planning and implementing member-to-member outreach campaigns. Union, community, or political organizing experience is preferred.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
This position supports FCFT’s membership growth and leadership development program. Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain an assigned turf of FCPS worksites
- Conduct ongoing, vigorous membership recruitment and growth efforts in each assigned building
- Support education leaders in carrying out their roles on school-site organizational teams
- Assist each building in developing and maintaining effective communication networks
- Build and sustain relationships with school-based organizational teams
- Promote and support FCFT professional learning programs in assigned buildings
- Assist with member and non-member engagement in FCFT-led campaigns (e.g., contract, political, and grassroots campaigns)
- Collect, enter, and maintain accurate organizing and membership data in databases
- Produce regular progress and activity reports
- Meet regularly with FCFT staff leadership and follow assigned direction
- Maintain consistent visibility with members through scheduled building visits
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with members
- Perform other duties as assigned by FCFT
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- A people-oriented approach and ability to motivate others
- Experience with data management and basic computer programs
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage tasks independently and meet deadlines
- Results-driven mindset and strong follow-through
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Experience working on organizing or advocacy campaigns
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, personalities, and viewpoints
- Valid driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle
- Willingness to work extended or irregular hours as required
- Professional appearance and demeanor when interacting with members and the public
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: $60,000 annually
- Benefits: Paid health and dental insurance, paid time off, and travel and mileage/expense reimbursements
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references via the link provided.
Application Closes March 17th 5PM EST
Location
Springfield, Virginia (Hybrid)
Department
Organizing
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Entry-level
Compensation
60,000
