AFT Vermont Operations Director
AFT Vermont
- is a democratic, organizing labor union
- is the fastest growing union in Vermont
- has majority women membership and leadership
We organize to build power to win better wages, respect, and improvements at work and the community.
Mission: AFT-VT is a union of professionals that champions justice, democracy and economic opportunity. We work for access to high quality public education, affordable health care and public service for our communities. We advance these principles through organizing, collective bargaining, political activism and community engagement through the work our members do. Our vision is to build membership in an inclusive labor movement by fighting to dismantle structural racism and misogyny by recognizing the inherent dignity of all workers.
Position Overview
The Operations Director will work with the AFT Vermont Board and the AFT Vermont management team to:
- Manage HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, enhancing staff support systems, benefits administration, and supervision/evaluation structures
- Execute day-to-day financial operations, including invoicing, budgeting, tracking, and annual financial reporting
- Manage tech platforms, including training and supporting staff and members, regularly assessing systems and providing updates as needed
- Support the AFT Vermont Board with meetings, logistics, trainings, and biennial convention
- Assist in creating and implementing systematic staff and member training and education
Essential Functions
Administration (10%)
- Manage day-to-day administrative operations, systems, records, contracts, vendors, and office needs.
- Develop and maintain efficient organizational processes, procedures, and systems.
- Support staff and leadership with administrative projects, problem-solving, and compliance.
Finance (25%)
- Manage day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, reimbursements, deposits, and payroll coordination.
- Maintain accurate financial records, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Coordinate with bookkeeper, treasurer, auditor, bank, and other financial service providers to maintain consistent record keeping and compliance.
Human Resources (25%)
- Coordinate hiring, onboarding, offboarding, benefits, payroll, leave, and personnel records.
- Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and systems, in alignment with staff union contract.
- Support supervisors and staff with questions, regular check-ins and evaluations, and performance management.
Technology (20%)
- Manage organizational technology systems, software, equipment, accounts, and vendors.
- Train and support staff and members on all technology platforms (Powerbase, Hustle, Google Suites, Formstack, Action Network, etc)
- Identify and implement technology solutions that improve efficiency, accessibility, and security.
Training (10%)
- Coordinate staff training, professional development, staff days, and organization wide training opportunities.
- Work with the Training Committee to develop and implement training materials, onboarding, and support systems for staff and members.
Board Support (10%)
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the Board and Board leadership.
- Coordinate Board meetings, onboarding and training.
- Support Board Treasurers in setting up new locals, consistent record keeping, and annual reporting.
Qualifications
Three years experience in three or more of the following:
- Experience with Labor Unions (or non-profits committed to racial and/or social justice)
- Experience managing financial operations and annual reporting
- Experience with human resources (hiring, onboarding, supporting staff & management)
- Experience with supporting a Board (union or non-profit)
- Experience operating and supporting others with software tools (Google Suites, Powerbase, Hustle, Action Network, Quickbooks, etc)
Compensation: This position is based in Burlington, Vermont with occasional statewide travel. The salary range is $76,000-$90,000 a year depending on experience. This is a management position.
Benefits include:
- 100% employer paid Health Insurance
- 100% employer paid Dental Insurance
- 100% employer paid Life, Death and Disability
- 8% employer contribution to 401K (no matching required)
- Generous paid time off (30 days accrued time in the first year & 14 holidays)
- $1750 technology stipend
- $500 annual wellness benefit
To apply: Please email a cover letter and resume to organize@aftvermont.org and mention where you saw this posting. Posting open until filled.
Don’t meet every qualification? Studies show women and BIPOC applicants often don’t apply unless they meet all the criteria. If you meet at least 50% of the qualifications and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply.
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AFT Vermont Field Rep/Organizer
AFT Vermont is the fastest growing union in Vermont. We intend to continue to seize opportunities to grow our membership and leverage our growing numbers to win more meaningful gains with our members and the working class.
We are hiring for a smart, motivated Field Rep/Organizer who will support workers in developing and running disciplined and inspiring campaigns that build organization and win material gains.
AFT Vermont
- is a democratic, organizing labor union
- is the fastest growing union in Vermont
- has majority women membership and leadership
We organize to build power to win better wages, respect, and improvements at work and the community.
Position Overview
The purpose of the position of Field Rep/Organizer is to support elected leaders, build leadership, and organize members to build power in their workplaces and communities in order to advance the interests of our members and the broader working class. Field Rep/Organizers support workers where they are, including phone calls, worksite visits, and occasional evening and weekend meetings – this unique role allows for flexibility for organizers to build their own schedule around workers’ needs as well as their own.
We are looking for a team member who has:
- Experience as a union organizer (internal or external) or a union member/leader
- A history of taking initiative
- A class based analysis, an understanding of power and how racism, sexism, heterosexism, ableism and other forms of oppression divide workers from their collective power.
- The ability to work independently, solve problems, manage time and priorities
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, take direction & support elected union leaders
- The ability to lead and train colleagues
- Strong listening, speaking and written communication skills
- The ability to learn our database and communication tools
- An automobile and valid driver’s license (required)
Salary & Benefits
This position is covered by a union contract. Per the contract, the salary range for this position will be $60,069-$89,671 depending on experience.
Benefits include:
- 100% employer paid Health Insurance
- 100% employer paid Dental Insurance
- 100% employer paid Life, Death and Disability
- 8% employer contribution to 401K
- Generous paid time off (30 days accrued time in the first year & 14 paid holidays)
- Car, cell phone and tech reimbursements
To Apply: Please email your cover letter and resume as pdfs to organizer@aftvermont.org and mention where you saw this posting. Posting open until filled.
Don’t meet every qualification? Studies show women and BIPOC applicants often don’t apply unless they meet all the criteria. If you meet at least 50% of the qualifications and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply.