IBEW Local 890
Membership Development Representative/Organizer
POSITION AVAILABLE
Each IBEW Local 890 Business Representative has unique responsibilities, although in the event one is absent, all are expected to fill in that position seamlessly. Business Representatives are appointed by the Business Manager. Local 890 is soliciting membership to fill the role of Local Organizer. This position requires a specific skill set and includes a multitude of activities, duties and responsibilities.
Proven leadership and organizational skills are imperative. Candidates must have excellent time management skills and be a highly motivated self-starter with an outgoing personality.
There is an expectation that the candidate will have experience and overall knowledge of our industry and with some training will master the necessary skills required of all local 890 Business Representatives. This Representative position generally is an 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. organizing job. This position also involves some night meetings, weekend obligations, and regular out-of-town travel. Candidate must be an IBEW Local 890 member in good standing.
After a relatively short period of time and training, the post includes the following responsibilities:
1. Primary duty will be to assist the Business Manager’s obligation under the IBEW Constitution to organize their jurisdiction. This includes jobsite visits, visiting the homes of unrepresented workers, and visits to non-union contractors.
2. Attend out-of-town membership development conventions and district/state organizer meetings.
3. Develop intimate knowledge and a sound understanding of Local 890 Bylaws, Referral Procedure, and the IBEW Constitution.
4. Maintain membership/applicant records which will include filing and organizing existing files.
5. Ability to work with challenging people in both labor and management.
6. Computer skills are used in many organizing and office activities and basic knowledge is required.
7. Attend all Local 890 Membership Union Meetings and Executive Board Meetings.
8. Assist with Local 890 Community Outreach, coordinating with retiree volunteers and special interest groups.
9. Understanding of the NECA/IBEW Drug-Free Alliance Policies.
10. Occasionally write articles for publication in our local newsletter.
11. Coordinate with Local 890 Registrar: Local 890 is involved in political aspects associated with our Trade and helping to procure work for our members including preserving our prevailing wage and other political functions comprising:
a. Promote Political Education
b. Keep Local 890 records, and encourage all members to register and vote
c. Keep membership informed on candidates and pending legislation
d. Solicit members to help with political canvassing and phone banking
12. Other duties or special projects assigned by the Business Manager.
13. Constantly advocating for the membership and promoting the values of the IBEW.
14. This is not only a job but a lifestyle that takes much time and commitment.
+ The compensation is addressed in the Bylaws of Local 890, Article VII Sec. 1.
+ Vehicle will be provided to the agent in accordance with Local Union 890 Vehicle Policy.
If interested, please submit a resume by U.S. Mail or email by April 18, 2025 to:
Benjamin Myers
Business Manager/Financial Secretary
IBEW Local Union 890
1900 Reuther Way
Janesville, WI, 53546
bmyers@ibew890.org
608-290-9366