Union Organizer

SEIU USWW•Sacramento, CA

1d•$79,776 - $88,791•Remote

About The Position

SEIU United Service Workers West (SEIU-USWW) is a large and growing labor union representing over 53,000 property service workers across California, including janitors, security officers, and residential, stadium, arena, and airport workers. The union's mission is to build power for service workers by developing member leadership, winning strong contracts, organizing unorganized workers, building political and community power, and engaging in direct action. This position is part of the Janitorial Division, which focuses on contract enforcement and member engagement for janitorial members in Sacramento counties, addressing both workplace gains and broader social/political issues.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university in relevant field or equivalent experience in labor & community organizing that would provide for the following knowledge of, skills & 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.
Knowledge of union organizing practice and principles.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in 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.
Ability to travel in California.
Ability to work extended and irregular hours, and work off-site.
Valid drivers’ license, use of a car for work, and specified automobile insurance coverage are mandatory.
Bilingual English/Spanish (written & verbal) is required.

Responsibilities

Organize workers, identify workplace issues and execute worksite actions.
Participate in contract negotiations and coordinated campaigns.
Planning, mobilization and turnout for worksite actions, union events, marches, etc.
Conduct one-on-ones, site visits and member-led committee meetings.
Identify, recruit, train and develop member leaders, stewards and member-led committees.
Maintain database with accurate and detailed information on worksites, individual workers and assignments.
Effectively communicate with members and employers to enforce contract & resolve worksite disputes and issues.
Prepare and manage workplans, calendars, files and records.
Effectively communicate and engage members in union political program and activity.