About BEST AFT
BEST AFT is seeking a reliable and motivated Part-Time Organizer & Administrative Support Specialist. This position plays an important role in supporting membership growth, member engagement, workplace organization, and day-to-day administrative operations of the union. The successful candidate will assist in implementing strategic organizing plans, maintaining accurate records, supporting membership services, and providing representation support to members under the guidance of union leadership and designated staff.

The Part-Time Organizer & Administrative Support Specialist will report directly to BEST AFT President or designee.

Applicants should have a working knowledge of unions and commitment to the labor movement. Organizing experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided for data and other administrative systems, member representation, intake procedures, and grievance support.   

Duties

Specific job duties include:

• Coordinate with BEST AFT leadership or their designee on a daily and/or weekly basis.
• Recruit new members and identify potential union activists and leaders to help build the strength and capacity of the local union.
• Share union campaign messages and engage members through one-on-one organizing conversations.
• Conduct worksite and campus visits, member outreach activities, and recruitment events.
• Develop and implement organizing and membership recruitment strategies in collaboration with union leadership or their designee.
• Maintain detailed records of organizing conversations, membership assessments, and organizing activities.
• Provide regular reports regarding organizing progress and membership engagement efforts.
• Assist with general administrative functions including data entry, record maintenance, filing, and database management.
• Support basic bookkeeping and financial record keeping activities as assigned.
• Assist with district payroll deduction relations and membership dues processing.
• Maintain accurate membership records and assist with membership verification and updates.
• Conduct member needs assessments and assist members in identifying workplace concerns and available union resources.
• Complete member intakes and gather information regarding workplace issues, concerns, and potential policy or labor violations.
• Assist with grievance representation and member advocacy activities under the guidance of trained staff and leadership. Training will be provided.
• Help coordinate meetings, training sessions, and member events.
• Complete a minimum of 25 hours worked each week. 

Qualifications

Required Knowledge and Skills

1. Union leadership experience, grassroots organizing experience, or demonstrated interest in labor advocacy.
2. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also working independently.
3. Strong organizational skills and effective time management.
4. Outgoing personality with the ability to engage members and facilitate productive conversations.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Facility Maintenance and office support (maintaining a clean and organized workspace, including moping, taking out the trash, locking and securing the office.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive member information professionally.
8. Reliable transportation.
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Google Drive, and Zoom.
10. Basic administrative, clerical, data entry, or bookkeeping experience is preferred.
11. Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping skills.
12. Retired AFT members in good standing are encouraged to apply but are not required. 
13. Bilingual (English & Spanish) is not required; however, it is a plus.

Salary and Benefits

• Part-time employment (Minimum of 25 hours per week, depending on the time of year it will fluctuate)
• Starting salary of $15 an hour
• Training and professional development opportunities in organizing, member representation, intake procedures, and grievance handling

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