Organizing and Data Coordinator (Temporary)

Job Description

Working at the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) can be incredibly rewarding, where members of the largest and most influential public sector union in Pennsylvania join their more than 177,000 voices to make a difference in the lives of students every day and advocate to protect members’ pensions, salaries, benefits and working conditions.

PSEA is immediately seeking diverse, highly motivated and well-qualified candidates to fill a temporary Organizing and Data Coordinator position located in our headquarters office in downtown Harrisburg, PA. This position provides critical support and assistance to field staff in the development and implementation of a variety of programs that grow membership, build and maintain strong, effective local unions, and help to elect pro-public education candidates. This is a temporary position expected to last 12 months. This position is hybrid eligible but requires at least three days per week in person in Harrisburg.

The individual holding this position will provide training and assistance on organizing data tools (e.g. VAN) and will provide field-based support to our labor representatives and organizers during active organizing campaigns. In addition, the position incumbent will be responsible for tracking and assisting staff and leaders with responses to membership drop inquiries. The position incumbent will work extensively within our membership database as well as ancillary and related dashboards and databases. In addition, the position incumbent will continually scan the external environment for developing threats and opportunities to / for PSEA’s membership complement and assist in identifying targets and creating organizing strategies to mitigate negative impacts and maximize membership capacity.

A bachelor’s degree is required. Previous experience in organizing, campaigning, advocacy, and representation, or other related experience is preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s operating license as this position may travel across the state and work a flexible schedule.

PSEA offers diverse benefits to their employees which include :

• Opportunity to work with the largest public-sector union in Pennsylvania.
• Competitive salary starting at $104,780
• No-premium Health Care / Prescription drug plan, single, married, or family
• No-premium Dental / Vision benefits, single, married, or family
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution
• Free parking
• Generous leave package that includes paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, and paid personal leave.
• Training and professional development opportunities
• A team working environment.

Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@psea.org by November 16th. PSEA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and actively seeks diverse candidates and those with the ability to work with a diverse range of people.