External Organizer Job at SEIU USWW - United Service Workers West, Indiana

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  • SEIU USWW - United Service Workers West
  • Indiana

Job Description

SEIU USWW
United Service Workers West


External Organizer

Based in San Jose, CA

Location: San Jose, California
Department: External Organizing Department
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Salary Range ($72,916.24 - $81,155.61)

About SEIU-USWW: The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) is our country’s fastest growing labor union with more than 2 million members. We have been on the cutting edge of building the power of low-wage workers in service industries and in leading the fight for social justice on issues such as health care, immigration, racial equity, gender equity, and the environment. SEIU United Service Workers West (SEIU-USWW) represents over 45,000 property service workers across California. Our union brings together janitors, security officers, residential, stadium, arena and airport workers. Our mission is to lead the way to a more just and humane society; building power for all service workers by developing member leadership and activism, winning strong contracts, organizing unorganized service workers, building political and community power, and engaging in direct action that demonstrates our strength and determination to win.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES: Working under the direction of the Organizing Director, this individual will be part of the External Organizing Department, which works to organize thousands of workers in California to join our union, engage workers to make gains in the workplace and to address larger social/political issues in their communities.

Examples of Duties:

  • Work with leaders and committees to educate, agitate and motivate workers into action
  • Identify, recruit, train and develop worker leaders, stewards and worker-led committees.
  • Contribute to campaign planning & execution in collaboration with fellow organizers, communicators & researchers.
  • Planning, mobilization and turnout for worksite actions, union events, marches, etc.
  • Conduct one-on-ones, site visits and worker-led committee meetings.
  • Maintain database with accurate and detailed information on worksites, individual workers and assignments.
  • Prepare and manage workplans, calendars, files and records.
  • Effectively communicate and engage members in union political program and activity.
  • Perform other tasks and duties as assigned. Work to support other key local union priorities, as

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS: Equivalent experience in labor & community organizing that would provide for the following knowledge of, skills & abilities OR Graduation from an accredited college or university in relevant field.

  • Proven commitment to social and economic justice and improving the lives of working people.
  • Experience working on campaigns with a labor union, public policy, or non-profit organization.
  • Knowledge of union organizing practice and principles.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and diverse team environment.
  • Ability to effectively plan and implement work and manage time, as part of a team and individually.
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly convey information and ideas both verbally and in writing across audiences.
  • Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Gmail, social media platforms, database & teleconferencing.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to travel, work extended and irregular hours, and work off-site.
  • Valid driver’s license, use of a car for work, and specified automobile insurance coverage are mandatory.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish (written & verbal) is preferred but not required.
  • All employees are required to be fully vaccinated and report their vaccination status as a condition of employment.
  • All employees must abide by USWW Safety Guidelines, including the required use of face-covering while working.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

  • Salary is competitive and negotiable based on experience. (Based on Staff Union Contract)
  • Full benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, a pension plan and paid time off.

This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time.

Apply HERE !

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Job Tags

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