At AFT-Oregon we focus our electoral work on state level candidate endorsements, primarily state representative and state senator positions. The Oregon State Legislature is where important budget decisions are made, such as how much money our schools, community colleges, and universities receive from the state from year to year to fund our students' educations and the jobs of most of our members. Beyond the education budget, the issues decided by this state body are vast: healthcare, housing, transportation, climate mitigation and adaptation, and so much more. These issues affect our members and we are here to make sure that our voices are heard in Salem so we work with elected officials along with labor and community partners to develop a strong education agendas for Oregon Legislative Sessions.

AFT-Oregon leaders stand in solidarity with those who are exercising their
fundamental rights to protest injustice, hold institutions accountable, and exercise
academic freedom. We stand in opposition to police repression and the
suspension, expulsion, or retaliation of our union members and the students we
serve at Oregon’s colleges and universities, such as at PSU and UO where
demonstrations are ongoing.

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.