Political/Community Organizer

SEIU USWW•Los Angeles, CA

10h

About The Position

Working under the direction of the Political Director & Policy Director, this individual will be part of the Political Department team which supports and empowers workers to build their political power to make gains in the workplace and to address larger social/political issues in their communities. This individual will be assigned to support USWW’s campaigns to organize non-union workers throughout California.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university in relevant field with at least one (1) to three (3) years of related work experience or equivalent experience in labor and community organizing that would provide for the following knowledge of, skills and abilities:
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.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in fast-paced and diverse team environment.
Ability to drive work independently, manage assignments stay organized and meet tight deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to clearly convey information and ideas both verbally and in writing across audiences.
Bilingual – English & Spanish preferred
Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media platforms and teleconferencing platforms.
Ability to travel in California, ability to work extended and irregular hours, and work offsite.
Valid drivers’ license, use of a car for work, and specified automobile insurance coverage are mandatory.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PDI preferred.
Bilingual – English & Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Build Political Power for workers: Drive electoral campaigns at the local and state level for union endorsed candidates, run civic engagement campaigns and member political fundraising drives.
Assist with development of overall strategy for building, maintaining and mobilizing community and political support on a campaign or in an area program.
Strengthen worker-led movement & our Committee On Political Education (COPE).
Identify, recruit, and develop workers to play leadership roles on campaigns and in political program.
Outreach to elected leaders & community organizations to support campaigns or area program.
Attend and/or coordinate community and political meetings and functions as a representative of the union
Coordinate union involvement in electoral and political fundraising work and function at a high level of leadership as field organizer in electoral campaigns.
May serve as lead for other organizers or members.