Assistant Director for Organizing, Northeast Program

• Oversee worker organizing strategy in New York and at least one other location out of state focused on campaigns tied to the manufacture of public goods.
• Supervise, oversee, and directly carry out outreach, 1:1 conversations with workers, identification and recruitment of worker leaders, and facilitation of leadership committees.
• Collaborate with Northeast Director and policy, research, and legal staff on campaign strategies, policy advocacy, and managing relationships with elected officials.
• Recruit, form, and manage coalitions of community and labor partners to win community benefits agreements.

This role drives community benefits agreements and public policy that improve job quality in manufacturing, advancing racial and economic justice by creating family-sustaining jobs and healthier communities.

• At least 7 years of experience in labor and community organizing, with strong preference for labor union external organizing.
• At least 3 years supervising organizers and leading campaigns, with experience as a lead organizer or Organizing Director in labor union external organizing strongly preferred.
• Experience building coalitions across a range of stakeholders and working with data management systems (Action Builder or Salesforce a plus).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently, good time management, and deep understanding of the labor movement.

Salary: $93,000-$113,000 (based on experience and location). 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision (employee + dependents). Generous PTO including two-week winter break and sabbatical after 5 years. 401(k) with 5% employer contribution. Remote work support (home office setup, internet stipend, cell phone reimbursement). Professional development opportunities. PSLF-eligible employer.

Jobs to Move America (JMA) is a national strategic policy center working to transform public spending and corporate behavior in manufacturing, grounded in racial and economic justice and community organizing.