Mobile County American Federation of Teachers
MCAFT / AFT

Field Organizer
Full-Time

Based in Mobile, AL

 

The Mobile County American Federation of Teachers (MCAFT), a local affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), AFL-CIO is an exciting labor organization providing strong and professional representation and community interaction for school employees in the area school districts focused on giving K-12 children every opportunity to be successful.

Job Description: MCAFT is looking for a qualified Field Organizer who will be responsible for a variety of aspects including building relationships with the workforce, recruiting, meeting one-on-one with members and non-members, and sustaining motivation of organizing committee members and activists. The organizer will assist in executing organizing plans and reaching benchmarks with a focus on membership building, steward and building representative growth & engagement.

Organizer Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and mobilize workers.
• Attend weekly meetings with the president and, other supervisors as delegated by the president, to discuss progress and plan activities.
• Develop leaders and build representative organizing committees of workers. 
• One-on-one communication with members and potential members outside the workplace through site visits, home visits, phone calls, meetings, and web-based conversations.
• Take directions on daily and weekly activities to grow membership and accomplish the union vision.
• Maintaining and entering assessments and relative data regularly
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate and work respectfully and comfortably with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work irregular hours and days when needed (not always a 9-5 endeavor).
• Must be competent in basic computer/web functions, Google suite, Microsoft, Zoom, and social media platforms.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task, work efficiently, be well organized and reliable.
• Ability to learn quickly and grow into greater responsibility.
• Ability to receive and implement feedback.
• Ability to work creatively, make and follow through on a work plan.
• Dedication to social and economic justice and worker rights.

Requirements:

• Reliable and insured vehicle/auto
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable cell phone and plan
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience or training as an organizer is a plus

Other requirements: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided for the position: Involves analytical and problem-solving skills Written/oral communication skills. Use of a computer keyboard. Must be in good physical condition. Sitting/standing for extended periods and ability to travel by various means, e.g., train, plane, automobile.

Proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that to achieve our purpose of creating a better way of life, we must recruit, develop, and retain employees with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood, and appreciated. With this we know we can do remarkable things. We value diversity at all levels. (EOE – Minorities/Females/ Protected Veterans Status/Disability Status/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity)

Salary with Benefits:
Starting salary $40,000/year with monthly bonus potential

How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter describing why you want to work for an education union, and specifically, a résumé and three (3) references including contact information and relationships to: mcaft.rpulliam@gmail.com.

The Mobile Federation of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. The organization strives to eradicate all forms of oppression and achieve equity for all. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential organizational goals which are incorporated into the hiring process. All applicants will be assessed with consideration of their understanding of institutionalized oppression and strategies for addressing it.