Director

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

📋 Description

• Create and implement extensive campaigns aimed at securing community benefits agreements in the Northeast.

• Spearhead community and worker mobilization efforts focused on green manufacturing facilities.

• Establish a research initiative to examine factory conditions.

• Design and oversee campaigns that incorporate research, organizing, communications, legal, and policy frameworks.

• Cultivate relationships with public officials, unions, coalition partners, journalists, and funding organizations.

• Build and lead a diverse staff team, holding team members accountable for achieving programmatic objectives.

• Set the strategic direction for JMA campaigns within the Northeast region.

• Oversee the budget for the Northeast team.

• Provide assistance with fundraising, peer assessments, internal training sessions, and staff committees.

• Ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures.

• Contribute to strategic planning, facilitate cross-team collaboration, and help establish organization-wide policies and systems.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of organizing experience with a union, community organization, or other advocacy group.

• At least 3 of those years must have been in a leadership or organizing management role.

• Experience in comprehensive campaigns or policy development is advantageous.

• Proficient in power mapping, planning, and executing campaigns to achieve policy victories and community benefits agreements.

• In-depth knowledge of the U.S. labor movement and a fundamental understanding of local union needs and issues.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

• Capability to establish and maintain genuine, productive working relationships across different races and group identities.

• Skill in fostering team member leadership through regular one-on-one meetings, annual objectives and benchmarks, and performance reviews.

• Strong facilitation skills.

• Proven self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills.

• Capacity to engage in a culture of constructive feedback and courageous discussions.

• Ability to work autonomously, resolve problems, and navigate challenges effectively.

• Flexibility and capability to adjust swiftly to changing circumstances.

• Proficiency in multitasking, working under pressure, and meeting deadlines.

• Familiarity with Google Suite applications.

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully in accordance with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local regulations.

• Consistent ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

• Capacity to communicate clearly over the telephone with reasonable accommodations.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.

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

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

• Support for remote work, including home office setup and internet stipend.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Employer eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

• Unionized workplace.