Organizer Job at Washington Teachers' Union (WTU), AFT Local 6, Indiana

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  • Washington Teachers' Union (WTU), AFT Local 6
  • Indiana

Job Description

Washington Teachers' Union (WTU), AFT Local 6


Organizer

Based in Washington, DC

To Apply
Send résumé to our Personnel Committee at: personnel@wtulocal6.net .

Full-time | Traditional/Non-traditional hours | Some evening/weekend work required 
Reports to:
President 
Salary Range: $70,000+
Benefits: Medical, Dental/Vision, 401k, Federal and DC Holidays, Accrued Paid Time Off, Paid Training

Overview 
WTU, AFT Local 6, seeks a mission-driven Organizer to help strengthen member engagement and advocacy across DC Public Schools. The ideal candidate will partner with Building Reps and union members to grow organizing capacity, defend contract rights, and advance education justice in our communities.

Key Responsibilities 

  • Build systems for membership sign-up, new hire orientation, and member communications 
  • Support the creation of worksite leadership structures and school-based organizing committees 
  • Utilize tech tools like AFT Connect, Action Builder, VAN, Hustle, and Action Network 
  • Coordinate internal organizing, bargaining support, and political campaigns 
  • Mobilize members around contract enforcement, grievance support, and legislative issues 
  • Plan and execute school-level and union-wide actions 
  • Develop grassroots leaders who can activate parent/community support 
  • Maintain organizing data, reports, calendars, and member engagement records 

Job Qualifications 

  • Proven involvement in union, community, or political organizing 
  • Experience with grievance handling and contract enforcement 
  • Skilled in campaign planning and member engagement 
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills 
  • Well-organized, self-motivated, and committed to union values 
  • Comfortable working flexible hours and handling multiple priorities 
  • Tech-savvy: proficient in databases, spreadsheets, email, and social media 
  • Valid driver's license and/or access to reliable transportation 
  • Union leadership experience is a plus, but not required 

Education & Training 
Background in communication, grassroots organizing, political science, labor studies, or related fields preferred.

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Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Local area, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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