Cassandra Klewicki
Summary
Driven by a lifelong passion for labor issues, Cassandra is a dynamic professional who has seamlessly transitioned from her roots as a journey level union carpenter and shop steward to her current role as an Empire Fellow at the NYS Department of Labor. With over a decade of leadership experience in the grassroots advocacy space, she brings an invaluable perspective to her work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Empire Fellow
New York State DOL
09.2023 - Current
- Current projects: Creation of Office of Workforce Data and Research, Study on effectiveness of direct entry programs for recruitment and retention of women in construction trades, Gender Wage gap report, Office of Just Energy Transition collaboration around infrastructure and apprenticeship issues.
- Policy idea generation, Policy writing, Legislative analysis, Policy briefings for DOL Leadership, Interdepartmental and interagency coordination, Stakeholder coordination, Coordinated development of State of The State proposals, Directed special projects as requested by the Deputy Commissioner for Policy, Strategy, and Research or the Executive Deputy Commissioner.
Board Member
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic Action Fund
01.2023 - Current
- Fundraising, public speaking, and vetting political candidates for potential endorsement.
- Fostered collaboration among board members, promoting open communication and shared decision making.
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
Co-Founder and Lead Campaign Project Manager
Tradeswomen Building Bridges International
01.2019 - Current
- Created an application for delegates,
- Selected and onboarded 50+ delegates who were diverse in terms of age, race, trade, level of experience and socioeconomic status
- Matched volunteer delegates with speaking and networking opportunities based on their areas of expertise and background
- Coordinated and planned a 57-person delegation to London to meet with workers, union leaders, policymakers, and advocates
- Coordinated and planned a virtual conference in November 2020 for 300+ international attendees
- Developed outreach strategy for digital automated marketing campaign, connecting to labor activists in 25+ countries
- Fostered professional partnerships with labor organizations, higher education establishments, and unions
Resource Coordinator
Core BTS
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Sourced new candidates using various recruiting methods and software types, Conducted over 500 interviews, Onboarded over 50 candidates, Coordinated background checks/ fingerprinting (W2s, contractors, and temporary employees), Created/disseminated onboarding/training materials
- Served as point of contact for HR issues regarding benefits, time off, technology needs and working conditions
- Managed email distribution lists and PTO calendar for all onsite employees,
- Created Statements of Work for new contracts
- Assisted in day-to-day management of 130+ onsite employees, Managed communication with school district directors, Communicated to onsite employees on corporate events and protocols,
- Maintained and managed multiple databases
- Created professional development plans for employees and assigned trainings,
- Ran three internship programs (Mineola High School, Farmingdale State College, SUNY Suffolk), Represented Core BTS at Hunter Business School Employer Advisory Board, Regularly represented Core BTS at campus job fairs to recruit talent
Carpenter / Shop Steward
United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 290
06.2017 - 08.2022
- Drywall, Concrete Forming, OSHA Protection, Metal Stud Framing, Drop Ceilings, Solid Surfaces, Millwork, Storefront Displays
- Served as Shop Steward on multiple projects
Development Director
National Storyteller Board PPFA
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led and documented monthly meetings and trainings
- Storyteller Training and Placement
- Responsible for communication to affiliate point of contacts and members
- Transition planning for arriving and departing resources
- Entered data into VAN network
- Public speaking at national and regional events
Member
PPHP Emerging Leaders Council
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Recruited members and reviewed new member applications
- Organized and participated in advocacy events and direct actions
- Public speaking at various events
- Led phone and text banking
Education
Master of Arts - Labor Studies
CUNY School of Labor And Urban Studies
New York, NY06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Policy
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05.2014
Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Classroom leadership
- Written and oral report creation
- Nonprofit Administration
- Policy analysis
- Project Coordination
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Empire Fellow
New York State DOL
09.2023 - Current
Board Member
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic Action Fund
01.2023 - Current
Resource Coordinator
Core BTS
08.2022 - 09.2023
Development Director
National Storyteller Board PPFA
01.2021 - 01.2023
Co-Founder and Lead Campaign Project Manager
Tradeswomen Building Bridges International
01.2019 - Current
Member
PPHP Emerging Leaders Council
01.2018 - 01.2021
Carpenter / Shop Steward
United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 290
06.2017 - 08.2022
Master of Arts - Labor Studies
CUNY School of Labor And Urban Studies
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Policy
SUNY At Buffalo
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