Teamsters Joint Council #9

Union Organizer

Based in North Carolina/South Carolina
(prefer to have someone in Charlotte, NC area)

Teamsters Joint Council #9 is a coalition of four (4) Local Unions that cover North and South Carolina. Teamsters is a progressive labor organization that seeks a dynamic, committed individual who will support workers through organizing, collective bargaining, and advocacy.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Lead organizing campaigns with workers who are interested in forming a Union
• Identify pro-union workers through house calls, phone calls, leaflets, social media, etc.
• Motivating individual workers and groups of workers to take action
• Develop organizing skills of member organizers
• Conducting individual and group meetings with workers
• Work to involve community allies in organizing campaigns

Qualifications:

• Prior Union organizing experience preferred. Candidates with Community/Political organizing experience will be considered.
• Willing to conduct house visits and work site visits.
• Ability to work independently, manage time and priorities.
• Sharp communications skills.
• Strong writing and computer skills.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
• Background check required.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary ($50,000 – $52,000), commensurate with experience
• Full benefits package including health insurance, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k, vacation time
• Car provided

To Apply:
Send cover letter and résumé to brian@teamsters61.com with the subject line Union Organizer.