Organizer, SEIU 32BJ

Title: Organizer

Title: Based in Charlotte, NC

With 175,000 members SEIU 32BJ is the largest union representing property service workers in the country. Our members have fought for and achieved high standards for private and public sector property service workers, and we continue to fight for higher standards for the thousands of unorganized workers.

SEIU 32BJ is growing fast by organizing workers who are fighting for a living wage, affordable healthcare, respect, and a voice in their future. We are committed to transforming the lives of janitors, security officers, airport, food service and other service workers.

We are seeking organizers to engage with workers and run impactful campaigns. As a 32BJ Organizer, you will be part of a team of staff and members who support workers in their fight to form a union in their workplace.

Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting broad and intensive outreach efforts to low-wage workers;
• Building one-on-one relationships with workers, educating them about the Union;
• Identifying and developing leaders to guide and lead their campaign;
• Conducting individual and group meetings with workers to discuss and plan organizing campaigns;
• Motivating individual workers and groups of workers to take action;
• Working to involve community allies in organizing campaigns;
• Engaging workers in broader union efforts to bring pressure to bear on the industry as a whole.

Previous experience in union or community organizing is desirable. A demonstrated commitment to social justice is required.

Qualifications:

• Willingness to work long hours, nights, and weekends;
• Capacity to work independently and with a team;
• The ability to make and follow through on a work plan;
• Effective communications skills;
• Basic writing and computer skills;
• The ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds;
• Willingness to conduct house visits and site visits;
• Fluency in a second language, either Spanish or Amharic
• A car and a valid driver’s license are required.

Compensation: We offer a competitive salary based on experience. Our full benefits package includes employer-paid family health, dental and vision plans, and a weekly travel allowance. This is a salaried position.

To Apply: Qualified candidates may send a résumé and letter of interest to Human Resources at: HR@seiu32bj.org with the Location and Organizer in the subject, example: “Charlotte Organizer”, and where you saw this posting.

People of color and women are encouraged to apply.

Local 32BJ has implemented a vaccine mandate. Bona fide religious and ADA exemptions are permitted with additional safety measures.