One Fair Wage

MI Field Coordinator

Based in Detroit or Grand Rapids, MI

 

One Fair Wage is an organization seeking to raise wages, enhance working conditions in the service sector, and end all subminimum wages in the United States.

With the Great Resignation, millions of workers are refusing to work for subminimum wages, employers are raising wages to recruit staff, and the political landscape to advance policy to raise wages has changed dramatically. Given the historic moment, One Fair Wage has launched an ambitious campaign to advance bills and ballot measures in 25 states nationwide to raise wages and end subminimum wages in the US - and, through the process, engage millions of unlikely, low-wage worker voters politically. One Fair Wage is thus advancing policy, workplace justice campaigns, voter engagement, employer engagement, and culture shift activities to ultimately lift millions of tipped workers out of poverty nationwide and engage them in the political process that governs their lives.

We are seeking an experienced volunteer Coordinator to manage volunteer recruitment and signature collection to stop a pay cut from happening in Michigan.

This is an in-office full-time role based in Detroit or Grand Rapids.

Salary range: $60,000-$72,000. A vehicle is required, and there will be a lot of travel around the state.

This is not a 9-5 job, and hours may vary.

Qualifications

• Relationship Builder: Your friends (and their friends) turn to you to find out what’s happening in the community
  • You have a knack for inspiring others to get involved by making it social and fun
  • Building a strong, engaged community of workers around a common goal excites you, and you’re always looking for ways to keep that community empowered and connected
• Connected: You understand the power of personal relationships and want to encourage others to find their voice and understand their ability to influence their networks
• Socially Savvy: You like talking to individuals one-on-one as well as talking to groups – you are a people person
  • You enjoy communicating on social media and love using communication and digital tools
• Technologically Savvy: You are excited to learn and use new technology for data and communication
  • You have a willingness to learn new systems and utilize technology to support working smarter, not harder
• Inclusive: You work effectively with people of all ages, backgrounds, and perspectives
  • You know how to connect with workers who may not consider themselves “political” or who may hold different views, finding common ground through shared values
  • You believe in building relationships based on trust, meeting people where they are, and helping them move forward toward shared goals
• Flexible: You are comfortable navigating sometimes ambiguous work with competing priorities
  • You are nimble and can effectively shift focus when the need arises
  • You can work evening and weekend hours as needed for community events
• Organized & Productive: You can radically prioritize tasks and plan your days to meet goals
  • You thrive at managing projects remotely
• Growth Mindset: You have the ability to fail fast and win fast because you know that we learn as much from failure as we do from success
  • You are not afraid to take risks, think outside the box, and give or receive feedback.
  • You are willing to put yourself out there, whether it is speaking in public, creating videos, or talking to reporters
• Candidates for this position must currently reside in the Detroit metro area or the Grand Rapids metro area

Responsibilities

• You can confidently speak in front of both small and large groups and have the ability to work some nights and weekends as needed for events in your community
• Frequent travel for in-person events within the region/state is required
• Occasional travel is required for organization-wide meetings and all-team retreats
• Community Engagement and Relationship Building
  • Serve as OFW’s on-the-ground presence by growing our supporter base through statewide events and org-wide campaigns, programs, and initiatives
  • Spread the word about OFW in targeted communities through direct contact, social media and local events
  • Engage directly with community members, volunteers, and voters to maintain strong relationships and keep supporters updated on OFW initiatives; requires the ability to spend time making calls and speaking confidently in person at both small and large events
  • Research organizations and build coalitions with key groups in your area to expand RWB’s reach for the next election cycle
  • Stay informed and knowledgeable of local and statewide political issues legislation and monitor local races and potential candidates for office, keeping state leaders up-to-date on happenings in your region
• Event Planning and Participation
  • Organize and participate in both in-person and virtual events to foster community, increase engagement, and drive awareness of OFW mission
  • Train local workers on organizing techniques and give them the confidence to become politically active and engaged
• Local Research and Coalition Building
  • Research key organizations and political groups in your area, building coalitions to expand OFW's reach
  • Stay informed on local and statewide issues, legislation, and upcoming races, and keep state team leaders updated on relevant developments in your region
• Content and Media Support
  • Participate and appear on camera and in digital content for OFW's online channels, including videos, virtual events, and social media posts
  • This role requires a willingness to maintain an active and public online presence
  • Manage state social media pages and support media opportunities through interviews and public outreach
  • Support earned media opportunities by participating in interviews with media outlets
• Team Collaboration and Communication
  • Collaborate with the organizing team for national and statewide events, maintain regular communication with the Ballot Initiative, and seek support when needed
• General and Administrative
  • Support the OFW organizing team with national and statewide events and attend internal state- and all-team meetings
  • Develop a weekly schedule that prioritizes time for community engagement as well as event planning while ensuring timely completion of administrative responsibilities, such as updating EveryAction and completing data entry
• Other duties as assigned

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their résumé and an optional brief cover letter outlining their interest in the position. Applications can be sent to mariah@onefairwage.org

Join the One Fair Wage team and make a difference in the Michigan community!