Organizer at NC Association of Ed

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jul, 26

Salary

64173.0

Posted On

05 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizing, Leadership development, Member recruitment, Interpersonal skills, Problem-solving, Relationship building, Communication, Training, Coaching, Campaign management, Public speaking, Adaptability, Collaboration, Spanish speaking

Industry

education

Description

Organizers with North Carolina Association of Educators [https://www.ncae.org/] The Position The North Carolina Association of Educators seeks committed staff to fill multiple organizer positions to work on NCAE’s ambitious and exciting project to build a movement of majority locals in order to win power both locally and statewide. Organizers identify, recruit, train, and coach building level leadership, drive member recruitment and engagement, and support organizing campaigns to win real improvements for public school staff and students. Organizers are on the front lines of NCAE’s efforts to organize the public education sector in the South and will spend the majority of their time in the field working directly with member leaders. About North Carolina Association of Educators The North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE) is building a movement to transform and expand public education in our state to ensure all students have access to quality public education that provides them with an opportunity to meet their full potential. NCAE is one of the fastest growing NEA affiliate in the country - making moves from the Sandhills to the Mountains to win the schools North Carolina students deserve. And embracing comprehensive campaigns to bring public education stakeholders together to win unprecedented wins for public school staff, students, and parents. NCAE’s four year strategic plan prioritizes growing our union, members leading professional practices and standards and restoring the promise of public schools and our democracy against the interests that seek to privatize our schools and continue the practice that the powerful select their electorate. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Organizing Manager/with support from the Lead Organizer, the organizers support the local affiliate’s organizing programs, including but not limited to: * Worksite leader recruitment, development and training through regular worksite visits, home visits, and 1:1s. * Membership recruitment and engagement. * Building worksite and district level organizing structures. * Identifying and organizing on specific issues in order to win real changes and build the strength of the union through collective action. * Building positive relationships with leaders and staff and advancing the knowledge and skills of leaders. * Other direct organizing tasks, implementation of centrally developed and locally delivered training programs, local training programs, * Contributing to an organizing team culture that is innovative, hungry to learn, and inspired to fight to defend and transform our public schools. * Performing other duties as assigned. * Organizers may also be asked to support statewide campaigns, trainings, and initiatives. Skills and Qualifications: Required Qualifications · Strong interpersonal skills: a deep understanding of trust-building, maintaining strong relationships, and the ability to communicate with people across differences · Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment · Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meeting frequent and tight deadlines · An excellent collaborator and team player · Commitment to the values of NCAE, public education and the labor movement · A willingness to work nights and weekends when needed · Driver’s license and insured vehicle Preferred Qualifications · 1 year of experience as a member leader or staff organizer with experience recruiting new members and/or building organizing committees in labor, community, or electoral organizing environments · Experience organizing in North Carolina and understanding of the North Carolina community/cultural/political landscape particularly in assigned area(s) · Experience building multi-racial and cross-class organization · Spanish speaking In particular, we would be thrilled about candidates who: · Shares our core commitment and has experience building power through supporting, investing in, training, and coaching member leaders. · Believes that members are the core of our union and are best positioned to lead our work and are deeply committed to member leadership. How to Apply: Please submit your resume, at least 3 references, and a cover letter to: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=59fc7f52-c895-4bef-90c4-acedc2089c6b&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS⟨=en_US [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=59fc7f52-c895-4bef-90c4-acedc2089c6b&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS⟨=en_US] PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE - for applications is May 9th, 2026, and applications are rolling. Location: HQ in Raleigh with assignment in North Carolina Compensation: This is a Professional Staff Step 0 position of the NCAE/NCSO staff union organization with an annual salary as of 1/1/2026 of $64,173.00 per year plus benefits Benefits: * Medical, dental and vision coverage available * Employer provided FSA/HRA monies * Cell phone and internet reimbursement * Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel * 401k Plan * Pension Plan (if a temp. position-not eligible until 1/1 or 7/1 after 1 year of service) * Paid holidays, employer paid life and LTD coverage, voluntary life insurance * A generous personal, sick, and annual leave policy, and more NCAE is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected. Current and former/retired NCAE members and applicants committed to a strong public educators’ association who meet many, but not all, of the qualifications are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call Angela Schell in Human Resources at 919-755-5541.

Responsibilities

Organizers identify, recruit, and train building-level leadership to drive member engagement and support organizing campaigns. They spend the majority of their time in the field working directly with members to win improvements for public school staff and students.