Maryland Communities United!

Community Organizer

Position Announcement

Maryland Communities United is a progressive, grassroots, community-based organization engaged in and committed to building power throughout communities in Maryland. At MCU we work to ensure that everyone has access to the American Dream by amplifying the voices of low- and moderate-income communities, communities of color, and immigrant Americans though collective action.

We develop the capacities essential to hold government and corporations accountable, improve the health of our families, economy and environment, and reform our public schools, workplaces and financial institutions.

Job Title: Community Organizer
Location: Baltimore, MD

Position Summary:
MCU has an opening for a Community Organizer.

Primary Responsibilities:

• A commitment to social justice and grassroots organizing;
• Build relationships with community members one-on-one;
• Find and manage campaign information;
• Build strong organizing committees;
• Communicate campaign messages clearly both verbally and in writing;
• Use strategic judgment and problem solving skills;
• Organize and run community meetings and actions;
• Organize self and materials in order to meet commitments;
• Work with a diverse team;
• Work independently within a plan;
• Work hard and learn new skills;

Primary Qualifications:

• A commitment to social and economic justice and grassroots organizing;
• An ability to empathize and move others to action;
• Ability to be a team player and work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment;
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work evenings and weekends when projects demand it;
• Ability to work with a large and diverse cross-section of members 
and allies;
• Commitment and passion to social justice
• A valid driver's license and access to a car.

Application Process:
Women, People of Color and GLBQT strongly urged to apply

Please include "Community Organizer" in the subject heading of your email, and send resume, cover letter & salary requirements to: michelle@communitiesunite.org