RECRUITMENT Special Project Organizer - Temporary Position, Olympia

Who We Are:

The Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE), AFSCME Council 28, has a long history of fighting for workers’ rights and employee benefits while tackling social justice issues with passion and energy. The WFSE has been operating in the state capital for eighty (80) years fighting for fairness and equality. We ensure hard-working public service workers get better pay, health care, retirement, and a healthy work environment. There is more to accomplish, and we believe we can accomplish it with the right personnel. Come join our team and be part of a larger mission that will make an impact for years to come. Learn more about who we are at: wfse.org.

What We’re Looking For:

Are you passionate about fighting for workers’ rights? Making your voice heard for fair and equitable wages, health care, and working conditions for public service employees? Are you looking to apply your labor background and leaderships skills in a dynamic way? If so, the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is recruiting to fill a temporary position for a Special Project Organizer.

This position reports to the Special Project Coordinator and is part of a team responsible for implementing a large scale internal organizing campaign including effective one-on-one communication with workers at work sites and in their homes and connecting workers to their union at the workplace level. In addition to this work, journey level organizers may help train and mentor member organizers assigned to the project.

Additional duties include:

• Moving workers to take action in support of their union.
• Recruiting workers to join in collective action.

Required Qualifications for Organizer:

• Is educated in, or has experience with, labor unions, labor or community organizing, and basic organizing principles to win elections or move people into action.
• Possess good written and oral communication skills, by reading, writing, and communicating effectively.
• The ability to present information and speak clearly to groups of varying sizes.
• Experience solving problems by analyzing and interpreting data.
• Pro union and commitment to the values of worker organization and solidarity.
• Interest and curiosity about public services and the people who provide them and their vital importance to the State of Washington.

Required Qualifications for Journey Organizer:

• Three (3) years’ experience in union organizing.
• Experience in all elements of an organizing campaign, including leading other organizers and members to win campaigns and elections.
• Must be able to work independently with elected leaders in complex political and local union situations.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Successful track record of empowering workers and growing their union.
• Desire and commitment to growing the union at WFSE and to help improve public service workers lives through union membership.

Special Note:

It is expected that selected candidates live within commuting distance of their assigned work location. Travel is required based on campaign needs.  Must have a valid driver’s license, use of personal vehicle, and valid vehicle insurance. Benefits include annual and sick leave, $150 monthly cell phone allowance, $400 monthly vehicle allowance, medical and dental insurance, and holidays. The salary range for Special Project Organizer is $60,241 to $70,568 and will be determined commensurate with experience. 

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position(s), applicants must submit a resume, letter of interest, and at least three (3) professional references to:  [email protected]. Your letter of interest should clearly explain how your experience, training, and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position.

This position is open until filled; however, the hiring authority may conduct interviews as soon as qualified candidates apply. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

The Washington Federation of State Employees is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal access in a non-discriminatory manner to its programs and services for all persons without regard to race, creed, color, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, political affiliation, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any real or perceived sensory, mental, or physical disability.
 
Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Manager, Tiffany Wright at (360) 3395159 or [email protected]. Persons of disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. The WFSE complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the Federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.