External Union Organizer

SEIU USWW • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $79,776 - $88,791

About The Position

Working under the direction of the Organizing Director, the External Union Organizer is part of the External Organizing Department. The department organizes workers in California to join the union, helps workers make gains in the workplace, and engages them on broader social and political issues in their communities. The role works with worker leaders and committees, supports organizing campaigns and mobilization, and contributes to union political activity and other local priorities.

Requirements

• Equivalent experience in labor and community organizing providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, or graduation from an accredited college or university in a 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 nonprofit organization.
• Knowledge of union organizing practices and principles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse team environment.
• Ability to plan and implement work effectively and manage time, individually and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate information and ideas clearly, verbally and in writing, to varied audiences.
• Computer proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Gmail, social media platforms, databases, and teleconferencing.
• 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.
• Must be fully vaccinated and report vaccination status as a condition of employment.
• Must abide by USWW Safety Guidelines, including required use of a face covering while working.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency, written and verbal, is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• 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 and execution in collaboration with fellow organizers, communicators, and researchers.
• Plan and mobilize turnout for worksite actions, union events, marches, and other activities.
• Conduct one-on-ones, site visits, and worker-led committee meetings.
• Maintain accurate and detailed database information on worksites, individual workers, and assignments.
• Prepare and manage workplans, calendars, files, and records.
• Effectively communicate with and engage members in the union’s political program and activity.
• Perform other assigned tasks and duties and support other key local union priorities.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, a pension plan, and paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed