What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Manager position at Michigan Laborers District Council?
The Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) Great Lakes Region seeks a Marketing Manager to support initiatives designed to grow union membership and market share, and improve the lives of construction workers in Michigan. The Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing organizing field programs in coordination with fellow organizers and affiliate union staff.
LIUNA is a progressive union of construction workers and public service employees. A half-million strong, we are united through collective bargaining agreements that provide family-supporting pay, high-quality benefits, and career opportunities for our members. LIUNA represents over 14,000 members in Michigan, and is at the forefront of local efforts to raise standards, halt abuses, and promote equity in the construction industry. For more information see http://www.mi-laborers.org/ or find LIUNA Michigan on Facebook.
Specific responsibilities include:
● Manage a team of 15 to develop and support strategic growth plans, including conducting and assisting research on relevant projects, companies, industries, and policies
● Write and produce detailed reports on organizing activities
● Review and approve expense reports
● Gather intelligence on industry practices and working conditions, including communication with workers, employers, construction owners, and community members
● Build LIUNA’s Proud Member program, including development and delivery of member education, activist training and engagement opportunities for members
● Promote the benefits of union membership to nonunion construction workers and contractors
● Organize efforts to hold contractors and owners accountable for unfair and unsafe business practices
● Build and maintain professional relationships with union members, staff, allies, and nonunion workers
● Represent the union and perform other tasks as assigned
● The position will be based in Lansing, MI but travel for out-of-town work assignments may be required
Job qualifications:
● Leader with solid interpersonal skills who is ready to guide a team within an organization with a proud 120-year history of seeking justice for working people
● Superior communications skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely summarize complex topics for diverse audiences (including construction workers, employers, union leadership, and community allies)
● At least five years of relevant work experience, which must include work in the construction industry and work on strategic campaigns.
● Basic proficiency with word processing, use of spreadsheets and online research
● Preference will be given to candidates with supervisory experience, and to candidates who have experience with curriculum development and/or training
Compensation: Competitive salary; excellent health and pension benefits; use of a company vehicle.
Women and people of color are strongly urged to apply. LIUNA does not discriminate in any of its programs, procedures or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
How to Apply: Email cover letter, resume and writing sample to 'apply@mi-laborers.org'. Please reference Marketing Manager.