Description
NYSUT is a statewide labor organization affiliated with more than 1,200 local unions, each representing its own members. NYSUT is affiliated with two national unions, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and the National Education Association (NEA). NYSUT represents nearly 700,000 people who work in or have retired from New York's schools, colleges, and healthcare facilities, including teachers, teacher aides and assistants, college and university faculty and professional staff, school bus drivers, custodians, secretaries, cafeteria workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. NYSUT’s policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by the law.
New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) is seeking a Regional Political Organizer for Nassau County (Long Island) and New York City. Reporting to the Political Director, this role is focused on mobilizing NYSUT’s nearly 700,000 members, strengthening local unions, and driving legislative, electoral, and PAC fundraising campaigns.
📋 Role Overview & Requirements
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary with excellent medical, dental, life, and disability plans, a retirement plan, and a generous PTO package.
Schedule & Travel: Requires long hours, including nights and weekends (especially during electoral campaigns), as well as regional travel.
Candidate Profile: Requires a solid commitment to the American Labor Movement, sharp communication/social media skills, and experience with volunteer recruitment and event turnout.
Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Labor Studies/Political Science or 5+ years of union/political organizing experience. Familiarity with VAN (Voter Action Network), Action Network, and regional healthcare/education issues is a plus.
⚡ Primary Responsibilities
Member Mobilization: Educate, track, and mobilize members for voter registration, electoral turnout, and PAC fundraising (Vote-Cope) campaigns.
Campaign Coordination: Partner with regional directors, local presidents, and legislative reps to facilitate the formation of
Regional Political Action Teams.
Lobbying & Training: Manage in-district lobbying, prepare members to speak at press hearings, and recruit members for NYSUT’s Candidate Pipeline Training to run for public office.
Coalition Building: Establish and maintain strategic relationships with local community groups on behalf of the union.