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.

TDU_thumb.jpg

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].

Get Advice Join TDU Donate

Recent News

Teamsters Rally at New York City Hall for Delivery Protection Act

Teamsters, Amazon delivery drivers, and labor allies picketed today on the steps of New York City Hall to support the Delivery Protection Act. City Councilmember Tiffany Cabán announced the bill now has supermajority support in the City Council.

Teamster History – As Told by those Who Made it Happen

The IBT has launched the Teamster History Project, which includes 27 unedited interviews with Teamsters who made it happen. It covers the years 1975-1999.  Those interviewed include several TDU leaders, participants in the Carey administration, James Hoffa, along with two Hoffa lieutenants who were expelled from the union for corruption and self-dealing.

View More News Posts