What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Union Representative (El Centro, CA) position at United Domestic Workers?
UDW Overview:
United Domestic Workers of America, UDW/AFSCME Local 3930 is a statewide labor union that represents more than 200,000 home care and family child care providers in 45 counties in California. Founded in 1979, UDW is a diverse, progressive labor organization that seeks dynamic, committed individuals who will support our members and those for whom they care locally, statewide and at the national level.
UDW is one of California’s largest labor unions. We consistently support and lead important social justice initiatives like fighting for racial justice, income inequality, and affordable health care for all. We are committed to respect and dignity for seniors, people with disabilities, and the children in our care. We fight for better working conditions and fair pay for home care and child care providers, and full funding for life-saving programs like In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) and subsidized family child care. For more information about UDW, please visit our website at www.udw.org.
Job Information:
Job Title: Lead Union Representative
Job Type: Exempt (Salary)
Department: Organizing & Member Engagement (OME)
Reports to: Regional Manager
UDW Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (In office)
Job Location: El Centro, CA
Salary Range: $68,640.00 to $84,624.10/year (Lead Union Representative I or II depending on experience)
Work Arrangements: 100% In office
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director & Assistant Director of Internal Operations, as well as the Regional Manager, the Lead Union Representative will grow the member-driven union by building local and state power for workers. As the Lead Union Representative, I will also support and assist the Regional Manager with the development of staff and volunteers and will assist with the implementation of the union contract by helping in negotiations, campaigns, internal organizing, leadership development, and political and legislative agendas.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Establish rapport with and organize members in widely diversified ethnic, social and economic groups.
- Develop, implement and lead the coordination of worker mobilization around worksite issues, politics, public policy, and other issues affecting the lives of workers.
- Lead and train staff, TEO’s and member volunteers in soliciting memberships through orientations, AIMS, membership meetings, new member house visits and special events.
- Develop, implement, and lead coordination and turnout of IHSS Orientations and regional IHSS growth plans.
- Coordinate participation of and work collaboratively with Regional Manager to identify political activities that hold elected officials accountable to working families.
- Build external relationships with the community, county officials and workers to drive campaigns, develop the union and increase public awareness.
- Serve as liaison to Regional/County coalitions by connecting members to outside organizations and advancing the UDW agenda.
- Serve as spokesperson for the union in several local settings and develop member leaders to speak in public settings.
- Identify, mentor, and develop member leaders through the leadership academy, councils and bargaining institute; coach staff in advancing leadership development skills.
- Develop and maintain relationships with members, identifying their abilities and potential contributions to the union.
- Work collaboratively with Regional Manager to create, implement, and supervise procedures that safeguard management and maintenance of membership data to track and develop member activists, leaders, and member participation.
- Work collaboratively with Regional Manager and staff to implement effective communication systems to reach members and providers.
- Guide staff in identifying and developing appropriate print and digital communications including leaflets, flyers, photos, and social media posts.
- Provide vital member provider assistance.
- Maintain work files and comply with administrative reporting.
- Assist in expediting resolution of members complaints and resolve concerns.
- Assist with the design, execution, and lead campaigns, including but not limited to, political elections, contract negotiations and statewide legislative agenda.
- Support and recommend regional growth plans to expand membership through orientations, AIMS, membership meetings, new member house visits and special events; provide training and resources on effective tools and tactics.
- Assist with coordination of local political, Civil & human rights and health & welfare councils, ensuring initiatives align with regional goals and objectives and expand social justice, civic and community power.
- Plan local internal events and collaborate with coalition partners to plan and execute external events.
- Provide administrative and performance reports to Regional Manager as required
- Assist with department projects and perform other duties as assigned which are reasonably within the scope of work in this job classification.
- Oversee Union Representatives within assigned area(s).
- Develop Union Representative skills of staff and member volunteers.
- Oversee management and training of the Temporary Employee Organizer program.
- Provide guidance and ensure staff’s compliance with UDW policies and procedures.
- Identify opportunities to lead and train staff and volunteers in developing social justice, civic and community power through local political, human rights and health & welfare councils.
- Assist with department projects and perform other duties as assigned which are reasonably within the scope of work in this job classification.
- Knowledge of labor rights, contract language, PA grievance, political, budget & lobbying plans
- Ability to research, interpret and summarize local, state and federal laws, policies and procedures affecting home care workers
- Effectively prioritize and multi-task assignments and responsibilities
- Ability to identify, develop and execute plans while directing personnel and volunteers
- Excellent communication skills with proven presentation and speaking abilities
- Ability to implement plans and procedures across teams while monitoring effectiveness
- Knowledge of customer service skills including needs assessments, organizational processes, and quality standards
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and office procedures
- Strong strategic and critical thinking skills
- Social orientation preference and effectiveness in working with and connecting with others
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Familiar with voter engagement apps, texting and social media platforms and predictive dialer software with the ability to cut turf and administer lists.
- Proven experience solving complex issues and problems in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport and credibility with diverse demographic groups, elected officials and community organizations
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in cross-functional teams
- A demonstrated commitment to unions, supporting and developing members’ voices
- Ability to comply with UDW’s driver policy
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-3 years of extensive union or comparable organizing experience
- 1-3 years of prior leadership experience
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
- Korean
- Tagalog
- Russian
- Assyrian
- Somali
- Must possess a valid California driver’s license, auto insurance that covers business driving, and an automobile for business use.
- Willingness to work long and irregular hours, often including nights and weekends.
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life / AD&D
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Pension Plan
- Paid Vacation Days
- Paid Sick Leave
- Personal Day (8 hours)
- 16 Paid Holiday
- Floating Holiday
- Upskilling through eLearning platforms
Staff Union Representation Notice:
This position is represented by the UDW Staff Union/Pacific Northwest Staff Union (PNWSU). Employees in this bargaining unit are entitled to rights and protections under the collective bargaining agreement and applicable labor laws. For more information about union representation, your rights, and union dues, please contact udwu@pnwsu.org
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily exposed to an office-type environment. The employee will frequently work on or around office equipment and furniture. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate. The employee will frequently work with deadlines under pressure and will occasionally be required to work alone. The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor environment can include exposure to vehicles, moving mechanical parts; vibration; odors, fumes, gasses, smoke, dust, or airborne particles; and outside weather conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
UDWA is an equal opportunity employer, and, as such, does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification protected from discrimination under applicable law.
Notice of E-Verify Participation:
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS (888) 897-7781, dhs.gov/e-verify
Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA community are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply for this position, please visit UDW’s career page and submit your application.
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Salary : $68,640 - $84,624
