Organization Overview

Founded by immigrant laborers in 1903, the Laborers International Union of North America (LIUNA) is a half-million strong progressive union that primarily represents construction workers and public employees. We negotiate collective bargaining agreements that provide family-supporting pay, benefits and career opportunities for members, and we fight for the dignity and rights of all workers.

LIUNA Minnesota and North Dakota represents more than 13,000 skilled construction laborers and public employees, and is at the forefront of local efforts to raise standards, halt abuses, and promote equity in the construction industry in the Upper Midwest. Over the past decade, we have helped to lead campaigns to create high-quality clean energy jobs, fund vital public infrastructure projects, improve construction safety practices, and end exploitation of immigrant construction workers.

For more information see LIUNAMinnesota.org or find LIUNA Minnesota on Facebook or Twitter.

Position Description

The LIUNA Great Lakes Region seeks a candidate with demonstrated research and communication skills to help grow union membership and improve the lives of construction workers in Minnesota, North Dakota and Northwest Wisconsin by helping to develop and support strategic organizing campaigns. The Campaign Researcher/Marketing Representative will be responsible for conducting research on construction industry trends, documenting abuses, and helping to identify opportunities to raise standards for union and nonunion workers alike. If you’re ready to turn your research skills into lasting gains for working people, LIUNA might be the right place for you.

Location

The position is based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area but some travel may be required

Responsibilities

Work with the Research Manager, fellow organizers, and affiliated local unions to develop and support strategic growth and organizing plans
Conduct research on industry trends, practices and working conditions, including project tracking and communication with workers, employers, project owners, and community members
Produce clear, concise presentations and written materials for internal and external audiences
Promote the benefits of unions to construction workers, contractors, project owners, and public officials
Build and maintain professional relationships with union members, staff, allies, and nonunion workers
Support LIUNA’s Proud Member activist program, including development and delivery of member education, activist training and engagement opportunities for members
Represent the union and perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Team player with solid interpersonal skills who is ready to work for an organization with a proud 120-year history of seeking justice for working people
Superior communications skills, including the ability to understand and clearly summarize complex topics for diverse audiences, including construction workers, employers, union leadership, and community allies
Superior research skills, including data management and analysis, opposition research
At least five years of relevant experience, which must include strategic campaign or equivalent research work
High proficiency with common business software tools, including email, word processing, spreadsheet, and slide presentation (Google, Microsoft Office, or equivalent)
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with data management and/or statistical analysis

To Apply

Email cover letter, resume and two writing samples to kpranis@liunagroc.com by Oct. 13, 2023. Please reference Campaign Researcher/Marketing Representative.

Women, people of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged 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.