RESEARCH ANALYSTS/CAMPAIGN RESEARCHERS

The Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), founded in 1903, represents more than 800,000 workers primarily in the construction industry. The Laborers' Eastern Region geographically covers the five boroughs of New York City and Long Island, New Jersey and Delaware.

Some Responsibilities will include:

• Planning and executing all aspects of the research plan, which will include research requests, retrieval and review of public documents/records and all related correspondence, project review, production and distribution of written materials.
  
• Investigation and analysis of targeted contractors including uncovering relationships with sub and general contractors, construction managers, clients, suppliers and awarding agencies.
  
• Conducting comprehensive background research on targeted contractors identifying details on lawsuits, bonding capacities, project delays, cost overruns and shoddy work.
  
• Making regular visits to local agencies, such as courthouses, libraries, school boards, Halls of Deeds throughout New Jersey and our satellite offices in LI, DE, and NYC.

Qualifications

• Strong, dedicated commitment to labor/social justice and a desire to assist workers in struggles to improve the conditions of their working lives
  
• Investigative research work experience, preferably in the construction industry
  
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Access) and experience in Internet information gathering or familiarity with a variety of computer based research tools
  
• Self-motivation with ability to take direction and be a part of a team and able to complete a high volume of work in a short amount of time, with excellent skills in communication, writing, interpersonal and analytical abilities
  
• Interest in local (municipal & county) government and policy is a plus
  
• Background in planning, policy, land use, development processes, economic development is a plus
  
• Familiarity of regional geography and regional politics is a plus
  
• Knowledge of law and/or the construction industry is a plus
  
• College degree preferred

Competitive salary, based on experience with generous benefits including health, dental, vision, pension and vacation.

To Apply

Send Résumé, a cover letter and references.

LIUNA/LEROF
Attention: Research Department/Patti Gaffney
104 Interchange Plaza, Suite 304
Monroe Township, NJ 08831

FAX: (609) 860-8039
EMAIL: pgaffney@njlaborers.org