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THE CATHERWOOD LIBRARY AT CORNELL ILR SEEKS A LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT RESEARCH LIBRARIAN

The Catherwood Library Scholarly Services department at Cornell University is seeking a Labor & Employment Research Librarian.

We are looking for someone who will join us in supporting the community of Cornell’s ILR School – students, faculty, and staff – in using the resources of Catherwood Library to develop their scholarship and better our understanding of the multifaceted and rapidly changing world of work. We want you to be interested in connecting with communities both within and beyond ILR and Cornell, curious for others’ research interests and your own, and eager to help build an equitable and anti-racist community. We welcome candidates who can speak to the opportunities and challenges of realizing these values in the workplace, in higher education, or in libraries.

In this position, you will work as a liaison librarian to a scholarly community that includes students, faculty, staff, and the people of Ithaca, New York State, and the world; a community that encompasses broad, interdisciplinary fields centered around the study of labor and employment in the US and abroad, with an increasing emphasis on the history, psychology, sociology, and law of work. You will connect with the members of this community through one-on-one reference consultations, standalone class sessions in support of teaching faculty, and other outreach activities.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Catherwood Library as part of our Scholarly Services department, you will be a key member of a team of library workers and have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across multiple units within the Cornell University Library, and across the larger Cornell community. (To find out more about Catherwood – the most comprehensive resource on labor and employment in North America, and home to the Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation and Archives – and Cornell, check out the “Environment” section below!)

If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk. And if it sounds like it could be you, please don’t hesitate to apply! At Catherwood and CUL, we work together to solve problems, learn new skills, and support each another’s work: we’re looking for someone who wants to learn and grow alongside us.

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience in conducting research in the subject areas of labor and employment, either through an academic program or employment. (Example relevant subject areas include: human resource studies, labor relations, labor law, international labor, organizational behavior, labor economics, social statistics, or labor history.)

  • A graduate degree, either in library science, labor and employment, or one of the subject areas described above. It needs to be completed by the time you start the position, and no later than December 2021.

  • Demonstrated ability to meet students and scholars wherever they are in their learning process, and a desire to help them grow by building relationships and providing research support.

  • Demonstrated ability to explain ideas to various audiences and to listen well. For example, this could be in education, mentoring, consulting, outreach, organizing, or another form of engagement.

  • Ability to incorporate the principles of diversity, equity, anti-racism, and social justice into your research and work. This can take many forms, including (but not limited to) work to advance social justice within libraries and academia and exploration of the intersection between EDI scholarship and workplace studies. Tell us about the work you’ve done that’s been most important to you!

Diversity and Inclusion:

The ILR Catherwood Library at Cornell embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented identities to apply.

Cornell University Library is a member of the ACRL Diversity Alliance, which unites academic libraries who are committed to increasing the hiring pipeline of qualified and talented individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.

Benefits:  Our comprehensive benefits package includes 22 vacation days, 13 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, university retirement contributions, childcare and adoption assistance, and child tuition reimbursement. Funding is available to support professional training and research. More information regarding Cornell’s generous Contract College benefits can be found at https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/benefits-snapshot. The anticipated academic rank for this position is Assistant or Senior Assistant Librarian, with an anticipated salary range of $52,500-$60,000.

Relocation assistance may be provided.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The safety and well-being of applicants and our team members is of the utmost importance. Decisions about whether to conduct virtual or in-person interviews with qualified candidates will be communicated as we move into the interview stage.

This position is located in Ithaca, New York. The successful applicant will be expected to work on the Ithaca campus, although they may be permitted to perform a portion of their work remotely. The New York Convenience of employer guidelines require New York State individual tax reporting and withholdings for this position. Additional individual state income tax filings may also be required if working temporarily outside New York State.

How to Apply:  All candidates must apply online via the Cornell Careers site. Incoming applications will be reviewed until a viable pool of applicants is identified; submission prior to August 29, 2021 is strongly encouraged. Although we prefer to receive your application as one, multi-page pdf document, we will accept multiple documents in other formats. We ask that you include the following information in your application:

1. A cover letter;

2. A Curriculum Vitae;

3. A Statement of “Contribution to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,” which may be incorporated into the cover letter OR presented as a separate statement. Candidates are invited to describe past, present, and/or future aspirations for promoting equity, inclusion, and diversity in their careers as researchers and educators, and/or to convey how they see these commitments continuing at Cornell. Such articulation may focus on teaching, research, or service, or all three factors.

4. The names, phone numbers, and addresses for three references.

Environment:  One of the leading academic research libraries in the United States, Cornell University Library is a highly valued partner in teaching, research, and learning at the university. With an operating budget of over $58 million and a diverse and innovative staff of close to 400, the Library provides significant collaborative opportunities in support of 2,700 faculty, 24,000 students and 94 PhD fields. Its world class collections, expert librarians, and responsive services in physical and virtual library spaces inspire and nourish scholarship and learning.

The Martin P. Catherwood Library in Cornell University’s ILR School is the most comprehensive resource on labor and employment in North America. Catherwood Library is a service-oriented organization, offering expert research support through reference services, instruction, online guides, and access to premier collections. The Library also includes the Kheel Center for Labor-Management Documentation and Archives, the premier archive in country for labor and management resources.

The Ithaca campus sits on 2,300 acres in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Ithaca, located roughly halfway between Manhattan and Toronto, offers a wealth of cultural activities while maintaining an eclectic college-town feel. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of rolling hills, breathtaking gorges, hiking trails, and lakes offering countless outdoor activities. The city has been named one of the top 100 places to live, a top 10 recreation city, a best green place to live, and one of the “foodiest” towns in America.

  University Job Title:

Assistant Librarian

Level:

002

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Company:

Contact Name:

Bonnie Bailey

Number of Openings:

1

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Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university’s mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

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THE COMMUNITY BUILDERS HAS AN OPENING FOR A COMMUNITY LIFE ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR

Position: Community Life Engagement Coordinator
Location: Bronx, New York

About The Community Builders:
The Community Builders, Inc. (TCB) is a nationally recognized nonprofit developer, owner, and manager of affordable and mixed–income residential and commercial properties. Our mission is to build and sustain strong communities where all people can thrive. We do this by developing, financing, and operating high quality
affordable mixed–income housing, by coordinating access to support services, and by planning and implementing other community and economic initiatives critical to the communities we serve. Every employee who works for The Community Builders understands what it means to make a significant difference in the lives of others.

About Community Life:
Community Life is TCB’s place–based model that uses stable housing as a platform for connecting families, seniors and disabled households to community resources and opportunities. We engage residents in creating programs and building strategic partnerships with local stakeholders to create pathways to opportunities in early
education, economic mobility, youth development, voting registration, health, and resident leadership. Community Life’s goal is to create equitable access to community supports, resource and opportunities for all residents so everyone can thrive.

Position Description:
Reporting to the Director of Community Life (New York/New Jersey), the Community Life (CL) Engagement Coordinator provides exemplary customer service to all residents, builds partnerships, manages relationship with stakeholders and local neighborhoods associations to coordinate amenities for the enjoyment of residents living at Park Haven, 178–unit mixed–income apartment community in the South Bronx. The CL Engagement Coordinator will work with various on–site staff and third parties at Park Haven and the surrounding community towards achieving objectives of the mixed–income site’s Community Success Plan (CSP). The CSP is annual plan that aligns with achieving goals outlined in TCB’s 5–Year strategic plan.

The CL Engagement Coordinator will serve as a key liaison and representative of TCB, and is primarily responsible for leading the implementation of the CSP which requires working closely with residents, partners, the CL team based in New York City and 3rd party onsite Property Manager. The Engagement Coordinator will also work closely with our social service partner, Bronxworks, which has been contracted to provide supportive services and programs to 50 households under the Empire State Supportive Housing Program (ESSHI). His/her role will be to work with Bronxworks on the full integration of various programs that not only benefit ESSHI households, but all residents living at Park Haven.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
▪ Primarily serves as a front–desk administrator for residents and/or visitors at Park Haven.
▪ Welcomes all residents and visitors in a warm, courteous, and professional way while adhering to TCB’S customer services standards of excellence.
▪ Projects a consistent image that compliments the property through appearance and service orientation while ensuring rules and regulations are enforced by effectively assisting residents
with concerns and by addressing issues to minimize escalation.
▪ Builds relationships with residents to better understand culture, preferred language, interest and type of amenities or programs they would prefer to have on site.
▪ Develops and maintains relationships with Bronxworks staff members, as well as other community stakeholders, local partners, and neighborhood associations to provide social and recreational
amenities for the enjoyment of Park Haven residents.
▪ Represents TCB and TCB’s interest at the site with residents, partners, and 3rd party PM.
▪ Conduct new welcome orientations for new residents

▪ Create consistent outreach and communication with residents, including newsletters, flyers, telephone calls and door knocking.
▪ Attend monthly coordination meeting with 3rd Party PM
▪ Inspects and monitors programming spaces on a regular basis, and places repair work orders to the 3rd party management as needed.
▪ Conducts an annual Community Life Questionnaire (CLQ).
▪ Develops and coordinates the implementation of the Community Success Plan (CSP) in coordination with the Director of Community Life.
▪ In partnership with Bronxworks, coordinates programming for the lounge area and community spaces for resident activities.
▪ Works with Director of Community Life to identify funders, oversees grant funded activities and manages progress towards fulfilling grant deliverables.
▪ Keeps Director of Community Life, Property Manager and site team appraised of issues affecting residents’ wellbeing, health, and safety.
▪ Participates in professional development opportunities and contributes best practices to the professional learning communities, as appropriate.
▪ Manages administrative tasks required for securing and executing contracts or Memorandum of Agreements with providers and partners to carry out on–site programming.
▪ Represents organization in a professional and ethical manner when meeting with area agencies, funding entities and community stakeholders.
▪ Attend trainings and continue education opportunities offered by the Community Life HUB team
▪ Performs other project–related duties as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
▪ An entrepreneurial spirit, demonstrated leadership potential and interest in motivating and energizing people
▪ Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, including but not limited to senior staff, volunteers, interns, government officials, community partners, organization donors
▪ Ability to engage, communicate and collaborate with residents of diverse socioeconomic, racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
▪ Dedicated, motivated, creative, and thoughtful – a team player
▪ Fluency in Spanish is a plus

Education and Experience Required:
• B.A. required. Masters preferred in Social Work, Urban or Community Affairs, Urban Studies or other equivalent degree.
▪ 3+ years in project management and coordination. Some experience in or exposure to at least one of TCB’s
CL outcomes (e.g. housing stabilization, health, community engagement, financial self–sufficiency, workforce development)
▪ Excellent organizational, communication (oral and written), and problem–solving skills.
▪ Strong personal initiative, attention to detail, and ability to work independently when required
▪ Experience with non–profit organizations connecting community residents to opportunities in the areas of education, financial stability, and workforce development,
▪ Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite (e.g. word, excel, PowerPoint)
▪ Evening and weekend work may be required.
▪ Prior experience working in the hospitality industry a plus

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THE INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE OF THEATRICAL STAGE EMPLOYEES (IATSE LOCAL 161) SEEKS A BUSINESS AGENT

IATSE Local 161 is a Motion Picture local that covers Script Supervisors, Production Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators, Production Accountants, Assistant Accountants and Payroll accountants working in the film & television industry.

Our membership is 2/3 w o m e n . Local 161 has jurisdiction in 23 states: AL, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL (except Cook Co), LA, ME, MD, MA, MI (except for Script Supervisors in six counties in the Detroit area), NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, VT, VA, WV and Washington, DC. This position will be based out of the New York office.

The Job:

The Local 161 Business Agent is the highest level staff person responsible for representing the union’s members.

The BA supervises an Assistant BA and at least one Field Representative and oversees the running of the union’s office administration staff. Duties include running external and internal organizing, political and contract campaigns, leading contract negotiation and administration, grievance handling, membership advocacy, new projects and other duties related to the goals of the Union.

The job requires setting priorities, meeting deadlines, compiling and analyzing data, helping prepare and stay within the annual budget, conduct year-end reviews, preparing documents to issue checks, monitoring the union’s bank accounts and overseeing bookkeeping requirements.

  • The BA is responsible for insuring compliance with all laws regarding Right to
  • Work, Organizing, Political Action and Union reporting responsibilities.
  • The BA reports to the Executive Board.
  • Requires some travel as well as limited evening and weekend work.

Qualifications:

  • At least three years working for a union/labor organization representing members,
  • organizing, bargaining and administering contracts and the ability to perform the
  • other duties identified above and listed below.
  • Ability to articulate the Union’s message and vision to the membership
  • Ability to cultivate relationships with Studio Labor Relations departments.
  • Ability to provide leadership to the Executive Board and Committees to develop strategic plans.
  • Ability to develop and implement long-term programs for recruitment and
  • organizing.
  • Proficiency in the following programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Experience in the application of new technologies in the workplace.
  • Successful experience resolving member complaints at lower levels of the grievance procedure to avoid unnecessary arbitration.
  • Relevant degree in labor relations, law, or a related field is desirable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • A valid driver’s license is required
  • Availability to travel as needed

Other Duties:

  • Visit members in offices and on sets
  • Travel to our regions to meet with members and Representatives of other IATSE Locals.
  • Communicate and collaborate with other industry union’s Representatives across
  • the country on issues requiring cooperation between Local 161 with other Locals and unions.
  • Attend District Meetings and the General Executive Board meetings as well as
  • meetings and training offered by the IATSE.
  • Assist and counsel members on matters such as prepping for a job interview,
  • strategizing negotiations above scale, dealing with difficult people on the job,
  • understanding the contract, workers rights, members responsibilities, etiquette and
  • industry standards and other situations members face on the job.
  • Listening to members issues away from work which affect their work and providing referrals to sources of help where appropriate.
  • Serve as a Trustee on the 161/52 401K plan (if appointed)
  • Supervise the membership department.

Excellent starting salary, commensurate with experience, and an excellent benefits package.

To Apply:

Send a resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications and ability to carryout

the duties of the position as described above to Ken Margolies, Union Search, kam47@cornell.edu. Confidential calls accepted 845 499 6636.

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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON SEEKS A COOPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Position Summary:

The UW Center for Cooperatives is seeking a Cooperative Development Specialist to provide expertise and guidance to new cooperative businesses and to develop and deliver cooperative-related education and training materials.

The UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff.

Position Duties: List of Duties 

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Degree and Area of Specialization:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.

Minimum Years and Type of Work Experience:

– At least one year of experience in business development, community outreach, economic development, and/or working with diverse stakeholders in the development of new businesses.
– Knowledge of business planning, marketing, and feasibility analysis; business operating and financing practices; organizational structures; and business development principles and practices.
– Experience facilitating meetings or delivering trainings or educational programming preferred.
– High degree of competency using Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
– Demonstrated commitment to cooperative values.

 

Additional Information:

This position requires some work to be performed in-person, onsite, or at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. Remote work requires successful candidates to possess their own phone and high-speed internet to perform the work on an employer provided computer. The hire shall be given an initial appointment ending 12/31/2022. This position may be extended up to a 24 month appointment or may be converted to a renewable appointment depending on program needs and funding availability.

Department(s): A071200-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/COOP, UW CTR FOR

 

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 50% – 100%. This position requires some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

 

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 15 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding.

 

Salary:  Minimum $48,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

Click the “Apply Now” button above to start the application process. As part of the online application, you will be asked to upload a cover letter and current resume or CV. Be sure to reference your experience related to the position in your application materials.

Contact:

Erin Wall
erin.wall@wisc.edu
608-262-8966
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Official Title: SR OUTREACH SPEC(S92BN) or OUTREACH SPECIALIST(S92DN) or ASSOC OUTREACH SPEC(S92FN)

Employment Class: Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number: 237562-AS

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The University of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is engaged in a Title and Total Compensation (TTC) Project to redesign job titles and compensation structures. As a result of the TTC project, official job titles on current job postings may change. Job duties and responsibilities will remain the same. For more information please visit: https://hr.wisc.edu/title-and-total-compensation-study/.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.

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COVERT ACTION MAGAZINE SEEKS A DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

CAM is currently seeking a Development Director to oversee our donor relations program and manage our fundraising initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing fundraising campaigns, communicating with current and prospective donors and foundations, and building a stronger development team for our organization. This position involves managing individual donations, foundation proposals as well as seasonal fundraising drives. If you have a background in non–profit fundraising and development, we encourage you to apply by sending your cover letter and resume to: apply@CovertActionMagazine.com 

DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Responsibilities:

• Help develop and implement strategic plans to raise funds and manage grants and donations;
• Help identify prospective individual donors and develop strategies to cultivate those relationships;
• Research and cultivate relationships with foundations, apply to available opportunities;
• Provide timely and accurate reports to funders;
• Develop and oversee our seasonal fundraising drives;
• Collaborate with staff on the planning and management of fundraising events and donor receptions;
• Develop materials related to fundraising including proposals;
• Coordinate outreach to donors through social media campaigns and website initiatives.

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PIONEER VALLEY WORKERS CENTER SEEKS A CO-DIRECTOR / LEAD ORGANIZER

Organizational Description:

The Pioneer Valley Workers Center (PVWC) builds power with workers and immigrants.  Through grassroots organizing led by those most impacted by injustice, we transform systems and institutions that exploit workers and threaten immigrants, locally and nationally. We incubate worker-led cooperatives and support our members through mutual aid. Our 500 worker members, primarily Spanish-speaking immigrants, guide our organizing campaigns and priorities.

Job Description:

We seek a 40hr/week Co-Director to co-lead the Staff Collective in achieving organizational goals. This position will work with a second Co-Director (already on staff) to manage the organization, guide overarching strategy, and build team capacity. We seek someone with significant experience in grassroots, coalitional, and legislative organizing as well as project management.

Responsibilities:

Organizational Leadership and Oversight

  • Lead the Staff Collective in base-building and successfully implementing the  organizational priorities voted on by our membership.
  • Facilitate campaign and strategic planning with membership, staff, and Board.
  • With fellow Co-Director, provide ongoing support and updates to the Board.
  • With the Board President, implement ongoing leadership development and political education.

Staff Mentorship

  • Support and supervise members of the Staff Collective.
  • Support and mentor second Co-Director, who is stepping into this position for the first time.
  • Build new staff capacity to work with and provide leadership in coalition partnerships.

Coalitional Building and Organizing

  • Sustain and expand coalitional work at the national and state-wide level.
  • Represent the organization in public settings, and mentor new staff in doing so.
  • Work directly with members on campaign development and organizing.
  • Participate in the Organizing Work Team, plan and implement its goals.

Financial Oversight

  • Work with the Finance Coordinator and Development Director to draft the annual budget, pursue grant opportunities, and ensure we meet our financial goals.

Requirements:

  • Commitment to worker-led organizing and anti-racism.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy and coalition building.
  • Fully bi-lingual Spanish/English.
  • Experience in organizational leadership, directorship, a plus.
  • Experience working with people from different class and cultural backgrounds.
  • Commitment to cultivating a democratic and supportive organizational culture, centering language justice, anti-racism, and working class solidarity.
  • Experience supervising and providing mentorship to new organizers.
  • Excellent meeting facilitation skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Familiarity with budgeting and financial review.

Strongly preferred:

  • Experience with democratic or collective decision-making.
  • Ability to work well in a team, living a spirit of solidarity and camaraderie.
  • Willingness to receive constructive feedback, ability to navigate conflict.
  • Experience with, and/or interest in public speaking.

Structure & Supervision:

Overview of Organizational Structure: PVWC’s structure begins with our membership base, which determines organizational priorities and elects members to the Board of Directors, which provides oversight. Day to day, the organization is democratically run by the Staff Collective, which plays a significant role in decision-making, including electing the Co-Directors and Department Heads, and voting on new staff hires. The organization is in an exciting time of change and growth as some team members transition out and new staff has recently joined.

Co-Directorship:

This 2-year, elected position will work closely with a second Co-Director, receive mentorship from the Board of Directors, and initial training by an outgoing Co-Director. While this is a permanent job, the title and responsibilities will change after two to four years, since the Co-Director position is an elected post.  After this time, the job will focus more fully on base building and organizing.

Work location:

As we slowly return to our Northampton office following the end of the pandemic, this position will necessarily spend at least 3 days/week in the office, but some work may also be performed remotely for part of the week.

Compensation:

$24-26/hour depending on experience, as determined by PVWC’s Staff Collective Pay Scale. We are currently implementing health insurance for staff members and offer a competitive benefits package of vision and dental insurance, 3+ weeks of paid time off/year, and a childcare stipend to parents of young children. We offer great flexibility and a dynamic, supportive work environment.

How to apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@pvworkerscenter.org. Please include a subject line that reads: Co-Director Position Application. Applications will be received on a rolling basis until August 27th, with priority given to those that come in before August 15th.

The PVWC is an equal opportunity employer. We highly encourage people of color, immigrants, women, LGBTQ+ people, and other people from marginalized groups to apply.