Regional Union Organizer - Build Statewide Power (Hybrid)

Massachusetts Teachers Association; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Company retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Massachusetts Teachers Association seeks a Regional Organizer to provide strategic leadership for regional and statewide solidarity, linking bargaining, political campaigns, and local actions to strengthen member engagement across the state.

The role emphasizes capacity-building, leadership development, and collaboration with multiple divisions to advance a common good agenda and social justice in education.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission and strategic goals of the MTA and the organized education profession.
• Demonstrated knowledge of rank and file organizing and mobilizing principles.
• Experience with grassroots union organizing and leadership development.
• Commitment to dismantling systems of oppression and advancing equity.
• Ability to listen and influence across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support regional networks to foster solidarity and coordination in the region and state.
• Collaborate with leaders, members and staff to plan capacity-building and regional programs.
• Develop and coordinate regional training events focused on bargaining and campaigns.
• Partner with divisions to design statewide campaigns linking local action to statewide goals.
• Assist with recruitment, data tracking, and leadership development efforts.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Massachusetts Teachers Association seeks a Regional Organizer to provide strategic leadership for regional and statewide solidarity, linking bargaining, political campaigns, and local actions to strengthen member engagement across the state.

The role emphasizes capacity-building, leadership development, and collaboration with multiple divisions to advance a common good agenda and social justice in education.