Description

Location: Flint

Annual Compensation: $45,000

POSITION SUMMARY

Michigan United is building a vibrant, inclusive democracy in Michigan where community members are organizing to build power to affect change at local, state, and national levels. We are working to dismantle systemic barriers perpetuating inequality by building power. Michigan United defines power as the ability to act, and it comes in the form of organized people and organized money. We focus on issues from a racial, economic, immigrant, and environmental justice lens. We are a hub of people-centered leadership development, issue organizing, and civic power building. 

Michigan United is dedicated to dismantling white supremacy and patriarchy, transforming lives through tangible victories and leadership development. We believe in the power of a united community driven by a shared vision and strategic action, capable of making significant impacts at local, state, and national levels. Our focus on organizing communities, training leaders, and tackling systemic barriers is crucial in shaping Michigan's future.

Our commitment to a democracy that reflects our base is at the core of our work, guiding us as we organize and mobilize communities, build collective power, and seek just outcomes. We are steadfast in these principles, aiming to create a Michigan where government and economy are inclusive, accountable, and equitable.

Michigan United's approach is grounded in practicality, driven by our values, and focused on building a state where dignity, equity, and justice are realities, not just aspirations. Through strong relationship-building, continuous leadership development, and strategic collective action, we are paving the way for the radical, systemic changes our communities need and deserve.

The Flint Organizer will organize residents, community groups, and stakeholders that are impacted by these issues, in order to build the power necessary to change policy. The organizer will work to build public support and strategy for local, state, and federal campaigns around Environmental Justice and Healthcare.

This work must be done through an anti-racist and anti-oppression lens.

Michigan United’s work is hybrid. Work is conducted in person, in office, and via video and conference calls.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Build relationships with impacted residents in Flint and Genesee County in order to recruit new members, particularly those directly impacted by systemic barriers and racial, economic, immigrant, and environmental injustices.
• Train community leaders in organizing skills and understanding the political landscape. Invest in their leadership and engage community leaders in having leadership roles in MU/MPC campaigns.
• Build a consistent core team of impacted residents to move strategic planning of our campaigns.
• Participate in organizational training to expand your organizing and leadership skills.
• Help coordinate and drive turnout for direct actions.
• Organize meetings with elected officials to engage members.
• Connect our campaigns to the larger Michigan United vision.
• Stay current on issues vital to the affected communities, the political landscape, and other matters that affect the ability of Michigan United to fulfill its mission, goals and objectives.
• Build and nurture relationships with other power building and social justice organizations.
• Represent MU/MPC in coalition spaces.
• Work closely with MU/MPC organizing staff and leaders to develop, refine, and further the goals of all of the campaigns.
• Work with our Communications Department to earn media coverage and bring increased exposure to our issues.
• Fundraise via membership building and donations.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Proficiency in Google productivity tools (ie, Google Docs, Gmail, Google Calendar)
• Ability to work evenings and weekends
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Proficient writing skills
• Ability to work independently and as well as part of a team
• Knowledgeable in remote communications
• Serious about achieving qualitative and quantitative goals
• Have access to reliable transportation for in-state travel

BENEFITS 

• Health Insurance and a $600/year Health Savings Account or monthly Health insurance stipend are available after 90 days of employment
• Individual Retirement Account (IRA) after earning at least $5,000 during the previous year
• Internet and phone stipend of $125 a month
• Fifteen days paid time off for the first and second year of employment; this increases with seniority
• Paid sick time
• Generous paid holiday policy
• Paid Summer break
• Two-month sabbatical after four years of full-time service
• Mileage reimbursement policy

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees can be hybrid, but must be based in the State of Michigan. Team members are located throughout the state, with our headquarters being in Detroit. There will be in-person events, meetings, and activities. Our work schedule is standard business hours with flexibility. Evenings and weekends are occasionally required. There will be periodic travel around the state, with intermittent out-of-state travel.

APPLICATION DETAILS

• Submit resume, statement of interest, and three references (at least two references must be work-related, one may be personal)
• You may apply here . If you are having difficulties uploading your materials to Paylocity please send them via email to: resumes@miunited.org. Please do not submit your resume to both Paylocity and our email.
• Please put the name of the position you are applying for in the email subject line.
• Resumes that do not adhere to these instructions will be discarded.

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND

Michigan United is a statewide organization of community members and institutions fighting for the dignity and potential of every person. Michigan United organizes along with the following issue areas: immigrants’ rights, criminal justice reform, environmental justice, rural issues, healthcare, and civic engagement. Michigan United, along with Michigan People’s Campaign, our affiliated 501(c)(4), is serious about building long-term, political power with the aim of transforming our political and economic system into one that puts people and the planet first. Our main office is in Southwest Detroit, with additional offices in Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, and Flint.

As a racial and economic justice organization, we actively encourage individuals who are underrepresented on the basis of race, ethnicity, income, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as those who share the life experiences of the members we serve, to apply.

Michigan United is currently negotiating its first collective bargaining agreement with SOUL of MU & MPC, Statewide Organized United Labor of Michigan United and Michigan People's Campaign. They will be represented by the Newspaper Guild of Detroit, Local 34022. The person hired for this position will become a bargaining unit member.