New York Communities for Change (NYCC) seeks a Lead Labor Organizer to help oversee NYCC’s low- wage worker organizing campaigns.
Applicants must have:
- Fluency in Spanish or French is required
- At least 3 years of organizing experience in labor, community, student or political organizations or campaigns
- 1 year proven lead-level organizing experience is strongly preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (listening, speaking, and writing)
- Commitment to the social justice movement and passion for winning change for low-income people
- Ability to build powerful coalitions with a diverse set of partners, including labor unions, community groups, elected officials, etc., and coordinate with coalition partners through meetings and individual conversations
- Must be able to work independently and manage a team
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and be detail-orientated
- Willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends
People of Color strongly encouraged to apply.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience. Health, dental and vision, 401K and paid vacation.
To Apply: Qualified candidates should email your resume and cover letter to oleirer@nycommunities.org with the subject line “Labor Lead Organizer”