Lead Organizer
•2 days ago
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$65000 - $85007 per year |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Rochester, NY 14607 Rochester, New York open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
Job Description
Requirements
Benefits
About Us
The Rochester Regional Joint Board (RRJB) is a diverse, progressive union representing over 9,500 active and retired members across Upstate New York. Our members keep our region running—working in factories, commercial laundries, warehouses, restaurants, and coffee shops. We believe in worker democracy, and we assist workers in any shop, large or small, to build collective bargaining power.
About the Role
We are seeking a Lead Organizer to direct strategic external organizing campaigns throughout Upstate New York. You won't be sitting behind a desk. You will be on the ground mapping regional workplaces, coordinating campaigns, building worker-led committees, and mentoring organizing staff to help non-union workers secure a real voice on the job.
What You’ll Do
- Run comprehensive external organizing campaigns from initial worker contact to a ratified first contract.
- Manage, train, and mentor staff organizers and member-volunteers on effective campaign tactics.
- Identify and build representative, resilient worker leadership committees in targeted shops.
- Draft campaign flyers, digital updates, and educational materials for regional workers.
- Monitor campaign progress and maintain precise tracking of worker assessments and metrics.
- Align campaigns with local Upstate New York community organizations, coalitions, and labor councils.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- 3 to 5 years of experience in union organizing or community advocacy, with a clear track record of leading campaigns.
- Exceptional listening and communication skills; ability to connect with people from all walks of life.
- Total flexibility to work irregular hours, including early mornings, nights, and weekends based on work shifts.
- High willingness to travel across the Upstate New York region to support active campaigns.
- Valid driver’s license and a reliable, insured car for daily travel.
- Bilingual fluency (especially English/Spanish) is a major asset across our diverse worksites.
Benefits
Pay & Benefits
- Salary: $65,000 – $85,000, depending on experience.
- Benefits: Full employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance; comprehensive union pension plan; and generous paid time off.
Nearby locations
Nearby Job Titles
Radiologic Technologist Jobs Truck Driver Jobs Fast Food Preparation Worker Jobs Retail Supervisor Jobs Food Service Supervisor JobsNearby Locations
Rochester, NY Jobs Webster, NY Jobs Brockport, NY Jobs Fairport, NY Jobs New York JobsNearby Companies
Care.com Jobs U.S. Navy Jobs Taco Bell Jobs Supplemental Health Care Jobs University of Rochester JobsNearby Categories
Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 1295455544 Posted: 2026-09-10 Job Title: Lead Organizer
Your Privacy Choices