What are the responsibilities and job description for the Union Field Organizer position at SEIU District 1199?
Benefits : 401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
KEY AREAS OF REPSONSIBILITY :
Identify, recruit, and develop worker leaders and community allies
Develop, sustain, and leverage respectful, inspiring relationships with worker and community leaders
Communicate union vision and plan to win union recognition
Lead organizing meetings
Conduct basic research and logistics of an organizing campaign
Exercise leadership with workers and community members and move them to take action to build the union
Maintain regular and accurate reporting of work to Organizing Director
All other duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES :
Commitment to trade union principles
Proficiency in interpersonal communication, listening, and organizing persuasion with workers, members, and community allies
Proficiency in campaign organizing practices to overcome opposition and secure majority support among workers
Ability to collaborate in team settings with diverse groups of union staff and members
Self-organization
Ability to analyze challenges in organizing assignment and prioritize work
Emotional intelligence and professional self-management under pressure
Ability to make sound independent judgements and take initiative
Knowledge of the union history, organization, divisions and programs
Proficiency in relevant state or federal labor practices
Proficiency in field database systems
Proficiency in professional and campaign writing
Proficiency in word processing and email communication
Punctuality
Professional standards of behavior and appearance
JOB DEMANDS : Salaried position, long and irregular hours, frequent travel, and overnight stays, occasional participation in special campaigns that require longer term travel and overnight stays; must have valid driver's license and a vehicle; and must be committed to improving the lives of working people and achieving social justice.
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