Field Representative Job at American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (Baltimore/Hagerstown/Cumberland)

Job Description

AFSCME Maryland is recruiting Field Representatives based in Maryland and reporting to either the Baltimore or Hagerstown/Cumberland offices.

Identify, recruit, and train a network of union stewards who can assist members in problem solving, membership growth, and communication
Work with stewards to investigate grievances and appeals and provide representation in meetings with management
Drive membership growth through site visits, phone banking, steward networking, and new employee orientations
Increase participation in the union’s political action committee
Serve as liaison with local unions regarding all elements of Council 3's political, legislative, and organizing programs, and ensure members know about the campaigns and wins of their fellow members
Work with leaders to submit demand to bargain letters, organize direct actions and issues campaigns, and develop and help pass legislation
Assist locals in labor management committee meetings and contract negotiations
Attend local union meetings, inform executive boards how to comply with the requirements of their constitution, provide support for local elections, amending constitutions, and certifying convention delegates

At least one year of successful organizing and representation work
Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate activities to build power
Experience with working in diverse communities and in a multi-cultural work environment
Sensitivity to and appreciation of ethnic and cultural differences required
Demonstrated ability to conduct research and gather information for negotiations, strategy development, and other servicing and organizing activities
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with co-workers and members
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs, Zoom, Slack, and other social media platforms
Experience working in an office setting
Ability to do some weekend and evening work and occasionally travel statewide
A reliable car and valid driver’s license are a requirement

Fully paid comprehensive single or family health insurance (medical, dental, prescription, and optical)
Car allowance
3 weeks paid vacation
15 paid holidays
12 sick days
Parental leave
Pension
401k
Life insurance
Staff union