Northeast Director

Position: Northeast Program Director

Department: Northeast Program

Position Type: Full-Time ─ Exempt

Location: Ideally New York City, NY; applicants elsewhere in New York will also be considered; position is considered remote (work from home)

Reports to: Deputy Director

Salary Range: $105,000 - $138,000 based on relevant experience

Who we are

Jobs to Move America (JMA) is a national strategic policy center working to transform public spending and corporate behavior in manufacturing. Grounded in racial and economic justice and community organizing, we partner with workers, community organizations, and coalitions to advance a fair economy with good jobs and healthier communities for all.

To learn more, visit our website: www.jobstomoveamerica.org.

About the Role

The Northeast Director is a senior leader responsible for developing and running comprehensive campaigns to win community benefits agreements in the Northeast. We are taking on powerful corporations that are receiving significant amounts of public money--and should provide real benefits and protections to workers and communities in exchange. The director will lead a team of organizers, researchers and policy staff to win agreements with these corporations, and to pass just and inclusive government purchasing policies.

What You’ll Do

Lead Strategic Campaign Development

• Lead team in winning community benefits campaigns at green manufacturers, including leading community and worker organizing around the factories and developing a research program to investigate conditions at the factories
• Lead in the development and management of comprehensive campaigns that integrate research, organizing, communications, legal and policy strategies
• Build substantial relationships and engage high level stakeholders in supporting our work, including public officials, unions, coalition partners, journalists and funders  

Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team

• Develop and manage a staff team from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, holding them accountable to achieving programmatic goals and providing opportunities for professional development 
• Set strategic direction for JMA campaigns in the Northeast
• Develop and manage the Northeast team budget

Contribute to Organizational Leadership

• Assist with fundraising, provide peer evaluations, facilitate internal trainings and participate in JMA staff committees (not to exceed 20% of time)
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies and procedures – both timely attention to individual administrative responsibilities as well as oversight to ensure the understanding and compliance of team members 
• As a member of the management team, contribute to strategic planning, cross-team collaboration, and the development of organization wide policies and systems 

What You Bring 

Core Experience

• 7+ years organizing experience with a union, community organization or other advocacy group, 
• At least 3 of those years as a lead or organizing manager in a supervisory capacity; 
• Experience with comprehensive campaigns or policy development is a plus

Key Skills and Strengths

• Good strategic thinking: ability to power map, plan, and execute campaigns to win policy victories and community benefits agreements 
• Significant knowledge of the labor movement in the U.S. and basic understanding of local union needs and concerns
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to tailor message to clearly and persuasively communicate JMA’s work to the public and inspire people to support our work
• Ability to build and sustain authentic and productive working relationships with colleagues across race and other group identities, including JMA employees as well as external partners 
• Ability to continually assess and thoughtfully develop the leadership of team members through regular 1:1s, setting of annual goals and benchmarks and annual performance evaluations
• Facilitation skills and an ability to unite the team on overall goals, strategic direction and campaign/work plans 
• Demonstrated self-awareness, empathy, and social skills in work and interpersonal interactions
• Ability to participate in a culture of feedback with a commitment to continually strengthening practice of “courageous conversations”
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, solve problems and overcome obstacles to get the work done
• Must maintain flexibility: be ready to take advantage of unexpected opportunities and adapt quickly to change 
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude 
• Familiarity with GoogleSuite

Other Physical Requirements 

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

• Must be able to communicate clearly on telephone with reasonable accommodations 

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $105,000 - $138,000 (based on experience and location)
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision (employee + dependents)
• Generous PTO, including a two-week winter break and sabbatical after 5 years
• 401(k) with 5% employer contribution
• Remote work support (home office setup, internet stipend)
• Professional development opportunities
• PSLF-eligible employer

Jobs to Move America is a unionized workplace (this role is not part of the bargaining unit) and is deeply committed to equity and inclusion in its policies and practices.

How to Apply  

Complete this application, upload a cover letter & resume, and respond to the application questions. 

All applications must be submitted through this process—no phone calls, please. Interviews will be conducted virtually.

As part of the process, candidates advancing to later stages will be asked to complete a brief skills assessment. Due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all applicants.

JMA Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement 

Jobs to Move America is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, or other protected status.

We are committed to fair and equitable treatment in all aspects of employment and maintain a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment.

We strongly encourage applications from people of color, women, veterans, formerly incarcerated individuals, and those with experience working alongside these communities.

JMA Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At JMA, we believe that diverse, engaged, and supported staff are essential to advancing economic, racial, and social justice. We value the perspectives, experiences, and contributions of all team members and believe our work is stronger when everyone’s voice is heard.

As part of our commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, we invite applicants to complete optional self-identification questions during the application process.