Coordinator - SEIU UHW

Service Employees International Union • Washington, DC

163d • $113,000

About The Position

SEIU United Healthcare Workers-West (UHW) is a healthcare union located throughout the state of California. We are caregivers from every sector of the industry, united to win better care for our patients and better lives for our families and ourselves. The Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of major organizing projects or programs within the department. Coordinators direct the work of multiple lead organizers and coordinate the work of staff in other departments in support of organizing objectives. Under the supervision of the Division Director or Assistant Division Director, the coordinator collaborates in the overall development and implementation of the department's strategic organizational plan.

Requirements

• Two years of experience as a Union staff person with increasing responsibilities.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law including NLRA, MMBA, FLSA, Cal OSHA, FMLA, Title 22, ADA, Workers Compensation.
• Knowledge of workers, the workplace, labor, and political issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to diverse backgrounds.
• Adept at leading and motivating workers.
• Dedication to workers' rights and social justice.
• Skilled at managing and meeting varying deadlines.
• Effective informal and formal negotiating skills.
• Demonstrable oral, written, and listening skills in English; bilingual skills highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and judgment skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.
• Effective facilitating and organizing meeting skills.
• Experience organizing independently and as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of computer programs including Word, e-mail, and databases.
• Program planning and administrative skills.
• Previous experience leading or supervising staff.
• Ability to work long and varying hours including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to drive long distances and travel statewide and out of state.

Responsibilities

• Directs Lead Organizers and Organizer/Field Representatives in developing the leadership of the organization including the design and implementation of organizing or political campaigns.
• Oversees and directs the work of staff including the development and training of facility leaders, organizers, and lead organizers.
• Develops specific organizing campaigns for represented and unrepresented facilities.
• Works with staff from other divisions to integrate various elements of an organizing campaign.
• Oversees programs in support of the goals and strategic organizational plan for the department.
• Reviews and evaluates campaigns.
• Develops and implements action-based campaigns facility specific and union-wide.
• Ensures tracking and reporting on all membership activity in represented facilities.
• Handles contract renewals, grievances, and arbitration.
• Coordinates information and develops a collective bargaining strategy.
• Acts as a spokesperson with allied organizations.
• Develops and coordinates all membership-based legislative activity.
• Provides direction, staff development, and disciplinary action to staff.
• Develops recommended budgets, allocates resources, and plans program activities.
• Acts as the chief spokesperson and negotiator in collective bargaining.
• Interprets collective bargaining agreements to members and staff.
• Analyzes employee relation problems and recommends solutions.
• Conducts surveys, job audits, and investigations.
• Testifies as an expert witness before various agencies.
• Evaluates and initiates requests for arbitration and other third-party proceedings.

Benefits

• Starting salary of $113,000 or commensurate with experience.
• Generous benefit package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees