Vermont State Labor Council, AFL-CIO

Part-time Communications Associate

Based in Montpelier, VT

 

Overview of Responsibilities
The Vermont AFL-CIO Communications Associate assists with coordination of the overall communications program including traditional earned media, press engagement, digital strategies, overall message development, internal communications, communications training and support for affiliated unions’ communications work.

Description of Duties

• Produce talking points, fact sheets, leaflets, email blasts/newsletters, social media and online content, direct mail pieces, graphics and more for VT AFL-CIO projects and campaigns. 
• Coordinate digital communications through VT AFL-CIO’s Action Network, Facebook, Twitter, website and other platforms. Work to accurately maintain these systems. Keep messaging consistent and updated. 
• Work directly with local unions and Central Labor Councils to support their communications program and identify opportunities. Develop member leadership as effective spokespeople and communicators. Work with members one on one to prep for communicating with a broader audience. 
• Support the VT AFL-CIO in using best practices for technology within our organization. Serve as an organizational resource to support effective usage of current technology and adoption of new technology. 
• Work together with VT AFL-CIO staff on aspects of organizational development, fundraising, organizational campaigns, conventions, special projects, trainings and meetings. May require some weekend hours to assist with events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Prior experience running multi-channel digital campaigns and knowledge of digital media platforms including web content management systems, email tools, social media, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills; and ability to write and create leaflets, brochures, mail pieces, email blasts and more.
• Experience with graphic design and design programs and ideally video editing tools.
• Knowledge of and experience with the labor movement is strongly preferred. 
• Ability to work independently within the context of a plan. Effective time management skills, including prioritizing and managing multiple tasks, and demonstrated experience in developing personal work plans and goals. Demonstrated ability to build teams and work effectively in a team environment in both a lead and a support role.
• Ability to do effective one on one training with members, train groups of people and develop trainings and curriculum. 
• Computer proficiency is required: Access database/spreadsheet, email, internet, word processing, etc.
• Ability to travel and to work some evenings and weekends as required.

Job Details: 
The Communications Associate works under the direct supervision of the Vermont AFL-CIO Executive Director and works in close collaboration with the Vermont AFL-CIO President and executive committee.

Salary:
Part-time (up to 20 hours a week) at $26.00 per hour and up to 5% retirement match.

To Apply: 
Please send a cover letter, résumé, and three references to JP Isabelle at: jpisabelle@vtaflcio.org. Applications accepted on a rolling basis and applicants are encouraged to apply no later than June 20, 2025. 

The VT AFL-CIO is an equal opportunity employer.