Community Organizer jobs in Birmingham, AL

Community Organizer develops and coordinates social service programs to communicate and raise awareness of services and resources available to the community. Networks with community leaders and officials to raise awareness of specific social or environmental issues. Being a Community Organizer plans and devises action plans to access resources. Organizes community members to work toward a common goal supported by staff and volunteer workers. Additionally, Community Organizer may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Community Organizer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Community Organizer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lead Community Organizer
  • The DART Center
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • JUST Pensacola is a constituent-led, grassroots organization that brings together diverse faith communities to address the root causes of serious community problems in Pensacola and Escambia County, FL.
    JUST Pensacola is part of the Direct Action and Research Training Center (DART), one of the largest faith-based community organizing networks in the country. We believe that fighting for racial and economic justice is fundamental to our identity as people of faith, and we know that successfully fighting for justice requires having power in the public arena. We’ve been organizing interfaith coalitions to build power since 1982. A few of our victories include:

    • Hundreds of millions of dollars invested in affordable housing
    • Implementation of fair discipline policies in hundreds of schools, breaking the school-to-prison pipeline
    • $950 million invested in public transportation
    • Criminal justice reforms resulting in 50,000 fewer arrests of children

    Primary Responsibilities:
    JUST Pensacola's Lead Community Organizer will direct the organization, including hiring and supervising all staff at JUST Pensacola. The Lead Community Organizer reports directly to JUST Pensacola's board of directors. Main duties include:

    • Building engagement in the community
    • Train grassroots faith leaders how to engage others in the fight for justice & recruit new leaders and congregations into the organization.
    • Drive forward campaigns on community problems
    • Train grassroots leaders to identify community problems, conduct research, and develop action plans for issue campaigns.
    • Organize public actions of over 1,000 people.
    • Organizational development & management
    • Work with the organization’s Board of Directors to map out the strategic direction and development of the organization.
    • Train, supervise, and evaluate staff of 1-3 Associate Organizers.
    • Coordinate an annual 6-8 week fundraising drive with grassroots leaders who fundraise from individuals, small businesses, and major corporations in the community.
    • Ensure that the organization’s finances are in order. This includes maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring that all foundation proposals and reports are submitted in a timely fashion, and making sure that dues from member congregations are collected.

    Who You Are
    You're excited to direct a nonprofit organization and set the vision for its growth. You have a passion for justice, and are energized by the prospect of uniting people around a common cause. You are naturally curious and value strong relationships. You may or may not be personally religious. Either way, you have a genuine respect for all faith traditions and are excited about uniting faith communities to live out their call to “do justice”.
    JUST Pensacola is a diverse coalition that includes communities of color, low-to-moderate-income communities and immigrant communities. We strongly encourage people from these backgrounds, as well as fluent Spanish speakers, to apply.
    Qualifications:

    • Core passion to win on local justice campaigns
    • Excellent relationship-building skills
    • Enthusiasm for working with diverse faith communities
    • At least two years of professional experience in community organizing, advocacy, congregational or non-profit leadership, or similar work
    • Experience leading teams of people
    • Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a car
    • Ability to travel for training events throughout the year
    • This role is based in Pensacola, along with travel across Escambia County. We are currently considering candidates that are based in Escambia County, or are willing to relocate for this position.

    Why Choose DART
    DART invests heavily in training and development of our team members. During your first year, we provide comprehensive professional development through an initial five-day classroom-style training, one-on-one mentoring from experienced DART consultants, and three multi-day trainings with organizers across the country. Ongoing professional development continues through individualized coaching and mentoring, as well as local, regional, and national staff trainings.
    Compensation and Benefits
    Starting salary is $60,000 – $70,000 annually. Benefits include: paid vacation and holidays, healthcare reimbursement, parental leave, and reimbursements for work-related travel. JUST Pensacola also makes retirement contributions of 10% after one year of employment - no match required.
    JUST Pensacola is an equal opportunity employer.

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    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Parental leave
    • Relocation assistance
    • Retirement plan

    People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

    Work Location: In person

  • 20 Days Ago

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Community School Organizer (CSO)
  • Birmingham Public Schools
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 4736 Position Type: Non-Certified Student Support Services/Non-Certified Other Date Posted: 9/20/2023 Location: Birmingham Public Schools (Bldg TBD) Date Available: October 2023 Closing Date: U...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Forklift - Organizer - Shop Faciltator
  • Dixie Precision Inc
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • Forklift -Industrial Organizer-CleanerWe are seeking a reliable and dependable person to help maintain an organized, clean and safe enviroment in our shops, office and restrooms. You will be expected ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Clean up Labor/ organizer /inventory
  • Dixie Precision Inc
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a reliable and dependable person to help maintain a clean and safe and organized enviroment in our shop, office and restrooms. Your primary duties will include industrial cleaning, offi...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Community Engagement Coordinator-Warehouse
  • Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionUnder the supervision of the Community Engagement Director, this position leads volunteers in their service at the Community Food Bank. This position will oversee and assist in the training...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Community Engagement Coordinator-Volunteers
  • Community Food Bank of Central Alabama
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • Description The Community Engagement Coordinator/Volunteers will coordinate the Community Food Bank’s Volunteer Program and act as liaison with key partners in the warehouse. The coordinator is respon...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Business Development Coordinator
  • Bhate Geosciences
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Job Description Job Description Position Description A highly organized individual with strong interpersonal, business d...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse RN-Patient Navigator
  • Ascension Health
  • Birmingham, AL
  • **Details** + **Department:** Women's Services + **Schedule:** Full time, primarily day time hours, flexible work hours ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Accountant - Tax
  • Pearce Bevill Leesburg Moore PC
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Senior Accountant - Tax Direction of an engagement is assigned to a senior accountant. He/she is responsible for the pro...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Sales
  • ArchWell Health
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Work Location: 165 Bessemer Super Hwy, Midfield, AL 35228 ArchWellHealth is a new, innovative healthcare provider devote...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School of Public Health - Open Rank/Open Tenure LGBTQ Health Research Faculty - Health Behavior
  • The University of Alabama at Birmingham
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Posting Details Position Information School/College School of Public Health Title School of Public Health - Open Rank/Op...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Center Manager
  • Citizens Trust Bank
  • Birmingham, AL
  • Job Description Job Description Celebrating over 100 years in the community, Citizens Trust Bank remains committed to pr...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SW - Field Coordinator, Instructor
  • University of Alabama
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • SW - Field Coordinator, Instructor - 521122 Alabama, United States Social Work Non-Tenure-Track/Clinical Faculty Regular...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Memorial Health Championship - Sales Manager
  • Troon Golf, L.L.C.
  • Birmingham, AL
  • BACKGROUND: Eventive Sports Properties, LLC has an immediate and exciting opportunity for mid-level professional to serv...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Birmingham (/ˈbɜːrmɪŋhæm/ BUR-ming-ham) is a city located in the north central region of the U.S. state of Alabama. With an estimated 2017 population of 210,710, it is the most populous city in Alabama. Birmingham is the seat of Jefferson County, Alabama's most populous and fifth largest county. As of 2017, the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area had a population of 1,149,807, making it the most populous in Alabama and 49th-most populous in the United States. Birmingham serves as an important regional hub and is associated with the Deep South, Piedmont, and Appalachian regions ...
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Income Estimation for Community Organizer jobs
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Birmingham, Alabama area prices
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