Temporary Part-Time Nebraska Organizer
About The Position
JMA is at the forefront of smart policy and strategic organizing to win real benefits for communities and workers of color who too often have been left behind. As our Nebraska Organizer, you will be responsible for leading and growing the network of workers, grassroots community members, and coalition partners that are engaged in our campaigns to win community benefits agreements and worker-centered equity policies. You will pay special attention to organizing workers at a specific worksite and building a coalition of community, labor, environmental, and workforce organizations to advance a shared vision of racial equity and worker power. This is a temporary position expected to last for a minimum of two months, with the possibility to extend depending on campaign need. The role will be mostly performed in-person in Lincoln, Nebraska and the surrounding area. Occasional travel to Omaha and remote participation in periodic trainings and meetings .
Requirements
- Experience organizing with workers, community groups, and/or unions to win comprehensive strategic campaigns is strongly preferred
- Excellent communication and social skills including the ability to develop new contacts and build transformational relationships with workers and organization leaders
- Maintain good judgment, flexibility and creative thinking in difficult situations and evolving circumstances
- Demonstrate self-awareness, empathy, and social skills in work and interpersonal interactions
- Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
- Ability to develop and follow a work plan with minimal supervision
- Must be able to drive and have access to a reliable, insured vehicle for regular work-related travel
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with workforce development, trades training programs, labor unions, policy and/or research is a plus
- Knowledge of and experience working with the political, social, and organizing in Lincoln and/or Nebraska is a plus
Responsibilities
- Engage and organize manufacturing workers to support campaigns for community benefits agreements; begin identifying worker leaders for the campaign.
- Participate in meetings and provide support for Nebraska-based activities to build and strengthen JMA’s relationship with local and state partners, as needed.
- Attend meetings and trainings with JMA staff as needed.
Benefits
- Prorated sick leave after 30 days of employment
- Prorated Utility/Internet monthly stipend for those working from home (up to $50)
- Mileage and parking reimbursement for work-related driving
- Cell phone reimbursement prorated up to $50
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
