UAW 872 is hiring: Lead Organizer

Overview 

UAW Local 872 is currently made up of graduate student workers at the University of Southern California. Our union is looking for a lead organizer to drive our work to build a strong and self-sustaining local union. 

Job Duties 

• Work with leaders and field staff to develop and execute short- and long-term organizing plans in alignment with Local priorities outlined by the organizing committee and the executive board.

• Mentor high-level leaders and field staff in the development of departmental, divisional, and new high-level leaders.

• Support the maintenance of connections with allied groups outside of the Local, such as other campaigns and Locals at USC and the Region and Los Angeles political groups.  

• 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 1-2 years of experience with member-to-member labor organizing and/or organizational communication; other relevant experience will be considered.

• Ability to work on evenings and weekends when needed.

• Ability to regularly work in person at the University Park Campus and occasionally at other sites in Los Angeles (e.g., UAW Region 6 office in Pico Rivera, Health Sciences Campus, and other USC 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 $89,000 for 1 FTE.

• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.

• 100% individual medical, dental, and vision insurance.

How to Apply

• Email your resume and a brief cover letter to staff.application@uaw872.org with “Lead Organizer Application” in the subject line.