Assistant Director, Organizing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Manage the worker organizing strategy in New York and at least one additional out-of-state location, concentrating on campaigns related to the production of public goods.

• Supervise and directly engage in outreach efforts and one-on-one discussions with workers, as well as identify and recruit worker leaders for a leadership committee, facilitating their activities to further campaign objectives.

• Collaborate with the Northeast Director, along with policy, research, and legal teams at JMA on various campaign strategies and tactics, including participating in policy advocacy and managing relationships with key elected officials.

• Represent the organization by attending in-person coalition or virtual partner events.

• Maintain and manage databases for workers and community partners.

• Oversee the recruitment, formation, and management of community and labor partners into coalitions dedicated to securing community benefits agreements; co-manage relationships with these partners alongside other campaign team staff, including organizers and the Northeast Director.

• Travel regularly out of state to supervise and implement field organizing efforts and meet with coalition partners.

• Supervise both full-time and part-time staff by conducting regular check-ins, reviewing work plans and progress, and assessing organizing materials.

• Lead and contribute to the creation of raps, assessment tools, debrief notes, outreach and turnout plans, and other campaign materials, with support from JMA’s Director of Organizing Strategy and Training and the Northeast Director.

• Assist the Northeast Director in the development and execution of the program budget.

• Support fundraising efforts and participate in organization-wide committees and training (limited to 15% of time).

• Cultivate a collaborative, feedback-oriented, and equity-focused team culture.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in labor and community organizing, with a strong preference for experience in labor union external organizing.

• At least 3 years of experience supervising organizers and leading them in campaigns, with a preference for candidates who have served as a lead organizer or Organizing Director in labor union external organizing campaigns.

• Proven experience in building coalitions with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Familiarity with data management systems for tracking contacts; experience with Action Builder and/or Salesforce is advantageous.

• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel within the New York City metropolitan area.

• Additional consideration will be given to candidates with:

• A comprehensive understanding of and experience in the political and labor movement landscape in the New York City Metro area.

• Experience in negotiating or implementing community benefits agreements and forming and managing coalitions with labor and community groups.

• Fluency in Spanish.

• Knowledge of and experience with corporate ability campaigns, corporate research methods, policy analysis and/or advocacy, or strategic communication aimed at influencing workers, decision-makers, and public opinion.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance (for employee and dependents).

• Generous paid time off, including a two-week winter break and a sabbatical after 5 years.

• 401(k) plan with a 5% employer contribution.

• Support for remote work (home office setup, internet stipend, cell phone reimbursement).

• Opportunities for professional development.