Job Opening: Organizer, Teamsters for a Democratic Union

Teamsters for a Democratic Union (TDU) is a grassroots movement of Teamster members that networks and develops rank-and-file activists, and organizes to build union power from the bottom up.

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We train grassroots activists, help reformers run for local union office, and build contract campaigns both local and national – with an eye to the 2028 contract fight at UPS.

We are seeking an experienced, committed organizer. This is a full-time organizing position out of our Brooklyn office.

Responsibilities

  • Help rank-and-file activists to be leaders in their workplace and union
  • Work with activists to build grassroots contract campaigns and contract enforcement campaigns
  • Help activists run for local union office and build model local unions
  • Organize TDU meetings, educational workshops and trainings, regional TDU conferences and the national TDU Convention

Qualifications

  • Previous organizing experience
  • Commitment to building a progressive labor movement
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Strong computer skills

Additional Qualifications

  • Willingness to work hard in a cooperative style. Some weekend work and travel comes with the job
  • Ability to organize with workers from a variety of backgrounds and experiences
  • Ability to speak Spanish a plus
  • Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation/Benefits

  • Annual salary of up to $82,000 a year depending on experience
  • Fully-paid health benefits
  • Generous vacation and PTO

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].

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