Internal Organizer

Local 25, UNITE-HERE is currently seeking applications for the position of Internal Organizer. We represent approximately 6,500 hotel workers in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

We are in the process of building a rank-and-file leadership structure. The purpose of this structure is to increase the participation of the membership in the union and to greatly enhance the union's ability to mobilize our members for large-scale action, in order to organize non-union workers, fight for higher wages and better benefits, and increase the rights of hotel workers in DC.

Areas of Responsibility

This is a supervisory position. Internal Organizers may be assigned to work on short- or long-term projects and be given areas of responsibility that include, but are not limited to:

Internal and External Organizing • Contract Enforcement • Member Mobilization
Political Action • Operations • Supervision

Grassroots Organizing

Our internal organizing structure will allow Local 25's membership to communicate quickly and effectively with the union's leadership, and provide an excellent vehicle for mobilizing the membership for action and encouraging member participation in the union.

Internal Organizers are responsible for recruiting, training and supervising the rank-and-file leaders, and for continuing to improve the effectiveness of the internal organizing system.

Advancement

This position offers good prospects for advancement. Resourceful and committed staff members who become familiar with the union's operations and distinguish themselves will have numerous opportunities for rewarding and interesting work.

Qualifications Required

• Willingness to spend a significant amount of time training with the New York Hotel Trades Council in New York City
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Ability to communicate respectfully and comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to multitask, work efficiently, and be well organized
• Willingness to work long hours, often on short (or immediate) notice
• Willingness to handle a wide range of constantly changing responsibilities
• Thorough attention to details
• Resourcefulness and talent for problem-solving
• Ability to learn quickly and grow into positions of greater responsibility
• Ability to handle physically and mentally demanding assignments
• Integrity
• Persistence and determination
• Loyalty to the organization
• Reliability
• Good judgment
• Cooperative attitude

Extra consideration will be given to candidates who possess any of the following:
• Bachelor's degree
• Bilingual (in addition to English), especially in Spanish, Vietnamese, and Amharic
• Ability to write persuasively, clearly, and concisely
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new computer programs quickly
• Knowledge of FileMaker Pro
• Experience developing and maintaining databases
• Graphic art and design skills
• Web design and development experience
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (especially Flash)
• Talent for photography and/or videography
• Knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Adobe After Effects
• Experience working in the hotel, restaurant, hospitality, or other service industries

Application Instructions

In addition to a resume and references, applicants must include a cover letter. The cover letter should be clear and concise and explain which position you are applying for, the specific reasons for your interest in the position, and specify (with appropriate explanation) which of each of the listed qualifications you possess and which ones you do not possess.

The cover letter, resume, references and additional materials should be emailed to: careers@DChotelworkers.org

Education requirements

4-year degree

Employment type

Full time

Professional level

Professional

Salary details

Annual salary will start at $40,000

Benefits

Excellent benefits package