Local 1021

Lead Organizer
External Job Announcement

SEIU Local 1021 was founded in 2007 when ten local unions came together in Northern California to form one larger, more powerful union. Together our members are building a true 21st century union fighting to empower and improve the lives of our members. We are 54,000 strong - organizing and representing public service workers in cities, counties, courts, schools, private non-profits, special districts, public health care, and nursing. We are looking for energetic, hard-working staff who are committed to real change, who believe in the value of work and the value of public services and who want to be part of the team that wins for workers, their families, and their communities.

LOCATION: Northern California

RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the director of the Organizing Director and Organizing Coordinator(s), the Lead Organizer implements the organizing plan of the Local Union. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: directing organizing staff and member organizers on campaigns; providing input to the Organizing Director and Organizing Coordinator(s) in the evaluation of organizing staff; evaluating potential organizing targets; initiating direct contact with organized workers; developing leadership and structure of organizing campaigns; and overseeing the conduct of organizing drives and representation elections.

This is not a 9 to 5 job. Work hours are long and varied and include early morning, evening, and weekend work, and travel (including overnight stays).

SKILLS, APTITUDE, AND COMMITMENT:

• A lead organizer should have run and won a campaign form beginning to end.
• Ability to manage the work of up to 5 staff organizers.
• Ability to build a team, to communicate clearly and persuasively verbally and in writing.
• An understanding of the labor movement and a commitment to improving conditions for working people is essential.

EXPERIENCE: Must have at least two (2) years of experience in organizing and leading staff.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid California driver’s license; must pass a DMV check and have a good driving record; must have auto insurance that covers business driving (minimum coverage of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per incident of bodily injury liability/$50,000 property damage liability, and list SEIU Local 1021 as an “additional insured” or “interested party” in order to trigger notification in the event the policy is cancelled); and must possess an automobile for business use.

Ability to speak Spanish or other languages spoken by large groups of workers is highly valued.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
The current salary range is $58,991-$87,635 based on qualifications and experience. There is a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

TO APPLY:

Mail, fax, or e-mail a cover letter. Include a detailed resume and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three (3) references to the attention of Veronica McKissack-Gonzales

Mailing address: SEIU Local 1021, P.O. Box 2077, Oakland, CA 94604
Fax: (510) 893-2395
E-mail: jobs@seiu1021.org

Indicate the position you are applying for on your cover letter

***NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE***

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

SEIU Local 1021 is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Local 1021 works to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.