AFT-Oregon is seeking a full-time Field Representative (hybrid/remote based in Oregon).

Field representatives are responsible for assisting, advising, and training local leaders and activists in building a strong union. Responsibilities include developing issues-based organizing plans, building worksite leader systems, member organizing, negotiating bargaining agreements, handling grievance processes, and political activation and advocacy. 

The ideal candidate will have three or more years of demonstrated experience organizing and bargaining. This hybrid/remote work position will become a part of a four-person team of Field Representatives at AFT-Oregon.  

The position can be based in the Portland, Salem, Eugene/Corvallis areas and will require regular travel to the AFT-Oregon Portland office. Infrequent travel to Eastern and Southwest Oregon where member locals reside.

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The AFT-Oregon Executive Council has vacancies for TWO Vice-President at Large positions in accordance with our Constitution.  Vice-Presidents at Large act as liaisons to locals; attend EC meetings as voting officers; and work within our federation to accomplish our goals, which include developing more focused VP roles over the next two years in accordance with the Expanded Executive Council amendment we passed at convention; increasing engagement and participation opportunities for local leadership and rank-and-file membership; and improving transparency, accountability, and accessibility of our federation proceedings.

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