Local 1000

Political Organizer

Are you creative, innovative and enterprising? Are you ready to change the world? Are you looking to build a powerful political organization?

SEIU Local 1000 is a cutting-edge Union that represents 95,000 state employees throughout the State of California. We’re looking for a Political Organizer to work in our San Diego office who lives and breathes for political action. This person coordinates the political action activities of our membership, develops fund-raising activities and prepares officers, staff and members to interact with elected officials. S/he also recruits state employees to act as volunteer advocates for issues related to providing public services and improving the public’s opinion of the value of government and its programs.This position may be considered for the Rancho Cucamonga Office.

Duties:·        

• Plans and coordinates election campaigns, including voter identification and GOTV efforts ·        
• Identifies and persuades potential voters in the worksite ·        
• Develops weekly plans to work independently ·        
• Delivers an appropriate and consistent message in the worksite, for door-to-door canvassing and phone banking ·        
• Records accurate daily data collected during canvass operations ·        
• Recruits, trains, leads and motivates volunteers ·        
• Train members and staff to build relationships with community leaders and elected officials. ·        
• Coordinates communications ·        
• Coordinates phone banks ·        
• Raises COPE dollars ·        
• Develop and coordinate external community plans and political campaigns in support of collective bargaining ·        
• Performs Voter Registration and Membership recruitment in the worksite

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should have:·        

• Two (2) years experience managing political or union organizing campaigns, elections, or community organizing. ·        
• Prior experience recruiting and developing volunteers. ·        
• Leadership and motivational skills ·        
• Effective written, verbal and listening skills ·        
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport and credibility with diverse demographic groups, as well as with professional, technical, administrative and services workers. ·        
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and database management ·        
• Experience working with tight timelines under pressure and minimal supervision ·        
• Occasional overnight travel required ·        
• Valid driver's license, car and insurance ·        
• Ability to work long and irregular hours ·        
• Bachelors degree required

Click below to send us information about who you are in a cover letter and resume with your current salary. **Cover letters should describe your qualifications, experience and career goals, as well as a brief description of why you want to work to realize Local 1000’s vision for building a strong union.

http://seiu1000.org/careers.php

SEIU is committed to building a diverse workforce. We offer excellent benefits, including fully paid health benefits for employee and family, liberal paid time off and competitive salary. All applicants must be able to furnish proof of authorization to work in the United States.*