AFT Kansas

State level field organizer (local support)

Based in Wichita, Kansas

address: Statewide Field Organizer (Local Support) – AFT-Kansas

Reports to: President (daily coordination with Vice President)

location: Wichita, Kansas (travel statewide; hybrid/remote within Kansas)

He writes: Full-time, exempt; Evenings/weekends as needed

begins: as soon as possible

compensation: See “Companies and Benefits” below

About AFT-Kansas
AFT-Kansas is rebuilding for the long term – tight management, member-first service, and strong partnerships. This is new State level field organizer (local support) It will prioritize local populations without dedicated organizers, provide practical support, build permanent capacity, and respect border agreements.

What will you do? (Highest results in the first 6-12 months)

• Member service and capabilities: Run structured 1:1 snapshots, map workplaces, grow leaders/committees, and existing oversight systems.
• Campaigns: Executing release, internal and growth campaigns; Support bargaining and contracting campaigns; Coordinate GOTV/legislative mobilization where appropriate.
• an exercise: Design and deliver hands-on training (host basics, conversations, turnout, data hygiene).
• Data/Systems: Track contacts, commitments and metrics in federation databases; Produce simple information panels for local residents.
• Alliance and borders: Coordinate with WHLF/AFL-CIO partners and allied coalitions; Pre-screen for potential interference with AAUP/KNEA/SEIU in accordance with our limits.
• Logistics: Statewide travel; Planning events/meetings; Handle follow-up with local residents and staff.

Minimum qualifications

• 2+ years of organizational experience (union, community, or issue campaigns) with demonstrated wins and leader development.
• Strong Relational Chores: Listens well, moves people to action, and follows through.
• Training facilitation experience; Clear and concise writing.
• Comfort with spreadsheets/CRM and basic data tracking.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation; Ability to work some nights/weekends; Traveling within the country.

the favorite

• Experience in K-12, higher education, or healthcare units.
• Familiarity with the Kansas work/education landscape and tools such as VAN/Action Network/Unionware (or similar).
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Comp and benefits
Organizer: $40,000 – $45,000 base + benefits.

To apply:
Submit 1) a resume, 2) a short cover note, and 3) one page explaining why you want to organize AFT Kansas (president@aftks.org) with the subject “Statewide Field Organizer – Your NamePlease include two references that we can contact after the interviews.

Equal employment opportunities

AFT-Kansas is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, veterans, and candidates from union families.