Experience that works

About Joe

Education, more than two decades of technical experience, Local financial leadership, bargaining service, and a commitment to member-focused representation.

Qualifications for Leadership

Joe Mullikin brings together formal education in project management and computer science, more than two decades of technical experience at Verizon Communications, and years of financial, administrative, bargaining, and community leadership.

Joe served CWA Local 2336 as Secretary-Treasurer from 2018 to 2026, helping oversee the financial and administrative operations of the Local while supporting member representation and Union governance.

Education

2010-2015

Master of Science in Project Management

George Washington University

1995-1999

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science / Interdisciplinary Studies

SUNY Fredonia

2005

Leadership Program

National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)

Experience and Accomplishments

2018-2026

Secretary-Treasurer, CWA Local 2336

Helped manage the Local's financial and administrative responsibilities with care, discipline, and transparency.

2023-Present

Board Member

Metro Washington Council AFL-CIO Community Services Agency

Supports labor-community service and relationships across the broader labor movement.

2025

Bargaining Committee Chair

Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee

Led the bargaining committee with preparation, strategic focus, and responsibility to the members represented.

2022 and 2025

Bargaining Committee Member

Catalist

Served on bargaining committees working to advance and protect member interests.

2018-Present

Systems Technician, Network Transformation

Verizon Communications

Technical work supporting network transformation while remaining connected to the daily challenges members face.

2018-Present

Systems Technician Technical Instructor

Special Services and Construction, Verizon Communications

Provides technical instruction and supports the development of workers in specialized roles.

2008-2018

Systems Technician, Special Services

Verizon Communications

Built extensive experience in specialized technical services and workplace problem solving.

2003-2008

Central Office Technician, Hi-Cap Maintenance Control Office

Verizon Communications

Supported high-capacity service maintenance and technical operations.

2001-2003

Central Office Tester, DSL Maintenance Control Office

Verizon Communications

Began a Verizon career grounded in technical service, maintenance, and member experience.

Labor and Community Service

  • Board Member, Metro Washington Council AFL-CIO Community Services Agency
  • Contract awareness and enforcement
  • Financial and administrative responsibility
  • Bargaining preparation and leadership
  • Technical instruction and member development
  • Organizing, outreach, and solidarity