GEO is Hiring!

Brief Description of Responsibilities
• Work with one other staff person and members to mobilize graduate students across campus
• Training and leadership development
• Coordinate Union events and recruitment activities
• Represent the Union to the administration and community
• Help develop platform and bargaining strategies
• Manage membership data and Union finances
• Maintain office infrastructure
• Respond to the needs of a volunteer-run organization

The GEO prefers applicants who have:
• Organizing experience, especially related to unions, higher education, and/or political action
• Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations
• Strong one-on-one organizing skills
• Ability to work with office management and informational systems
• Experience as a staff member in a volunteer-run organization
• Ability to manage time and coordinate multiple projects in high-stress situations
• Basic computing knowledge including experience with Microsoft Office and Access
• Ability both to work independently and to facilitate group interactions
• Experience in the labor movement

The GEO is looking to hire an applicant to begin in January 2006. Applications are being accepted through November 8, 2005. Candidates should be interested in a 2-3 year commitment. Salary is ,900 and increases yearly at the same rate negotiated in the GEO contract. Healthcare and generous benefits are included.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and list of references (at least three) to:
Graduate Employees’ Organization
527 E. Liberty Street, Suite 204
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104
or e-mail geo.hiring(at)umich.edu

GEO is an equal-opportunity/affirmative action employer and is dedicated to building a diverse environment. Applications are strongly encouraged from all people regardless of race, sex, national origin, age, parental or pregnancy status, disability, HIV antibody status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.