Arena Careers

This position is responsible for coordinating the recruitment and development of experienced union organizers. Works with the Staff Recruitment/ Development and VMO Coordinator to perform a variety of recruitment and job placement activities with a goal of attracting and retaining qualified organizing talent.

DUTIES:

• Provides classroom and one on one training for organizer applicants, organizers and lead organizers.
• Develops and implements training curricula for organizer training programs.
• Conducts performance evaluations of organizers and recommends strategies for improvement.
• Conducts recruitment outreach for organizing positions with colleges/universities, student organizations, community organizations, other unions, and fraternal labor organizations, etc.
• Interviews and makes recommendations for organizing candidates.
• Develops materials for outreach and promotion of AFSCME campaigns and the organizing program.
• Works with the VMO program to help identify and train potential candidates from AFSCME’s membership.
• Assists in the overall strategy to raise the visibility of AFSCME’s organizing program.
• Prepares and maintains proper records of all recruitment related activities.
• Coordinates with the Human Resources Department as appropriate on new hire onboarding requirements.
• Performs related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Skills:

• Union organizing experience and/or relevant community/political organizing.
• Experience mentoring organizers and members.
• Knowledge of recruiting techniques and strategies.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use personal computers, including setting up and maintaining databases and web-based applications.
• Ability to work with direction and execute projects effectively and meet prescribed deadlines.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to communicate in a foreign language is desirable.
• Ability to build and maintain interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in various settings.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.

Travel & Work Hours:

• Work is performed in a variety of employment settings including workers’ homes and neighborhoods. Driving, travel, temporary assignments, and extended work hours are required.
• Valid driver’s license required.