Are you passionate about creating a society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive? At the Working Families Party (WFP), we are a progressive political force uniting people across race, age, and gender to fight for a nation that prioritizes the well-being of the many, not just the few.
We believe in a future where hard work is rewarded with a living wage, where access to healthy food and clean water is a right, not a privilege, and where safe neighborhoods and a sustainable world are realities for all. We are committed to building a truly free and just society, and we invite you to join our team and help us make this vision a reality.
Comprehensive Benefits Designed for Working Families
WFP recognizes that our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a competitive and equitable compensation plan, alongside a comprehensive benefits package demonstrating our commitment to the well-being of our team and their families. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where you can grow both personally and professionally.
Health and Wellness:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance: Access top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance plans from the first day of the month following your start date. Coverage extends to you and your family, ensuring everyone’s health needs are met.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Manage your finances smarter with tax-free FSA accounts designed to cover eligible transportation, childcare, eldercare, and medical expenses, providing significant savings and peace of mind.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy a robust vacation package including vacation days, compensatory time, sick days, personal days, and floating holidays. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide ample time to recharge and attend to personal needs.
- Life Insurance: WFP provides life insurance coverage at no cost to you, offering financial security and protection for your loved ones.
- Short-Term Disability: Protect your income with short-term disability insurance, providing partial income replacement should you experience a non-work-related injury or illness that temporarily prevents you from working.
Family and Professional Growth:
- Paid Parental Leave: Celebrate and bond with your new child through our paid parental leave policy. After six months of employment, employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, and ten days for welcoming a grandchild.
- Professional Development: Invest in your future with our professional development benefits. Each employee receives $400 annually for external professional development opportunities, with additional scholarship options available to further enhance your skills and career growth.
- Sabbatical Program: Recharge and rejuvenate with our sabbatical program. After four years of dedicated service, employees may be eligible for a sabbatical of 3 months or more, providing extended time for personal or professional enrichment.
Work Environment and Financial Security:
- Union Affiliation: WFP is a proud unionized workplace. Our union employees are represented by the New York Metropolitan Area Joint Board, Workers United, ensuring fair labor practices and collective bargaining power.
- Utility Reimbursement: For eligible remote employees, we offer a utility reimbursement of up to $175 per month to help offset the costs of technology and utilities necessary for effective remote work.
- 401(k) Enrollment: Plan for your retirement from day one. Permanent employees are eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan immediately upon hire and benefit from immediate vesting.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
- Equity, People, Inclusion, and Culture (EPIC) Department: WFP is deeply committed to fostering a healthy, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Our EPIC Department is dedicated to creating a workplace where every individual feels safe, secure, productive, and empowered to shape our collective culture.
Join the Working Families Party and be a part of a movement that is making real change for working families across the nation. We offer not just a job, but a career with purpose, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to a more just and equitable society.
