Union Organizer

DEFINITIONOrganizers build the union by organizing the unorganized through one-on-one conversations, house meetings and leadership development. They are focused on organizing workers to stand up for themselves and join with their co-workers to improve conditions on the job. ***Looking for Bilingual Spanish speakers that are comfortable with travel in the San Fernando Valley/Antelope Valley turfs*** TYPICAL DUTIESConducts house visits and phone calls to workers on assigned campaignsCreates, tests and utilizes organizing script or rapBuilds complete and accurate worksite listsCollects complete and accurate worker information to create lists maximizing effectiveness in the fieldWhen assigned, raises COPE funds by educating members about how their job is connected to politics and electing their bossIdentifies, tests and recruits leadersEmpowers leaders and activists to take ownership of their union by assigning union building tasks and tracking resultsCreates and implements jurisdictional plans and bullet recordedEnsures that all workers assessments, assignments and follow-ups are updated, accurate and recorded on a daily or weekly basis as assignedInoculates and mobilizes workers into action to combat anti-union employer campaignGathers worksite information such as shifts, locations, etc and creates a visual depiction of itUnderstands and implements the basics of the National Labor Relations Act and other relevant laws/regulations affecting organizing campaignsLearn and understand the issues impacting the industry they are organizingWalks door-to-door, telephones or lobbies voters and/or elected officials about candidates and issues consistent with Local 99’s electoral and legislative programMoves the agenda and programs of SEIU, including participating in rallies and other activities supported or hosted by the LocalSubmits Local 99 administrative reports such as Activity Reports, auto insurance, HelpDesk tickets, Outlook calendar scheduling, etc.Other duties as assigned LEAD DUTIESCreates an organizer skill development plan with the organizer with benchmarks, goals and timeline and ensures that the skills are utilized on a daily basisTrains, develops and reports organizer’s skills including: rap training, completing an effective house visit and meeting and identifying and developing leaders and activitiesConducts daily debriefs with organizers to monitor the progress in their turf, collect daily numbers and identify any challengesTracks organizers' results and creates a report for external organizer managerMentors organizers one-on-one to correct any problems and/or praise good workFormulates and drives special campaign projects JOB QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:Organizing methodologyMicrosoft Office Word and Outlook, Excel and Access a plusOffice equipment (fax machines, computers, copiers, etc.)Ability to:Organize workers to form a unionAccurately assess the level of support of a worker to vote to form a unionListen, speak and write exceptionally well with members, member-leaders, staff and management with a professional and courteous attitudeThink strategically and exercise a high level of judgmentDiscern priorities when faced with many tasks while working with minimal supervisionModel and encourage positive interpersonal relations among colleaguesMotivate co-workers while working both independently and on a teamEfficiently organize time and work, motivate oneself to complete tasks and challenge oneself to make and meet stretch goalsMaintain confidentialityWork in a high-pressure environment and meet unpredictable deadlinesRead, write and speak in SpanishComfortable with travel in San Fernando Valley/Antelope Valley turfs ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or its equivalent a plusParticipated in the SEIU WAVE or a similar type of organizing training, desirableEquivalent Experience:1 or 2 years experience as an Organizer in the labor movement or with a community group REQUIREMENTSStrong commitment to social and economic justice of all working peopleExcellent communication skillsTravel to other areas away from home for significant periods of timeWork long, varied hours including evenings, weekends and holidaysOwn or lease a vehicle and maintain valid California driver’s license and insurance policy Classification: Exempt, Salaried, Bargaining Unit This job description is not a complete statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and abilities. Management retains the discretion to add or change typical duties of a position at any time.SEIU Local 99 is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to recruiting and hiring without regard to race, color, age, religious creed, ancestry, reproductive health decisions, sex and gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic or consideration protected by federal, state, or local law. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with experience. SEIU Local 99 employees enjoy top notch benefits including fully employer-paid family health, dental and vision insurance; generous time off benefits; benefit pension plan; 401(K); and other benefits outlined in the policies of SEIU Local 99.Salary range: $66,560.00 – $86,698.72 per CBA negotiated rates.