Union Representative/Organizer-Strategic Campaigns (Ontario, CA), SEIU Local 1000

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Union Representative / Organizer-Strategic Campaigns

We represent over , California state employees in ten different bargaining units. We

negotiate and enforce a complex contract that ensures good working conditions, fair wages and

secure health care and retirement benefits.

SEIU Local 0, a progressive public sector labor union is seeking a Union

Representative / Organizer for Strategic Campaigns. If you’re passionate about organizing, a

tireless advocate for the rank-and-file, and excel at both strategy and tactics of influencing others

towards collective action, please apply. The ideal candidate will want to become a dedicated

union organizer, be creative in identifying leaders, mobilizing volunteers, and want to become an

expert at running campaigns. We are recruiting for Ontario, California.

DUTIES : The required duties, which may or may not be continuously performed, include, but

are not limited to, the following :

Identify, recruit, train and develop worksite leaders and stewards.

Lead, motivate and mobilize worksite leaders, stewards and members in internal and

external organizing, politics, community alliance building and other union activities.

Develop and maintain effective communication networks in worksites, including writing

and distributing leaflets, notices, newsletters, emails and other materials among worksite

leaders, stewards and members.

Visit members and potential members at their home.

Create and maintain lists and charts, which may include input on, and operation of,

computerized database systems.

Coordinate strategic campaigns in support of contract campaigns, meet and confers and

the resolution of other worksite issues.

Serve as the lead staff negotiator in bargaining unit negotiations and meet and confers.

Provide training and guidance to negotiating committees.

Work with worksite stewards and leaders to represent members through the grievance

and arbitration system, as well as mobilizing members to take action around issues in the

worksite.

Process grievances and appeals up to and including final level of SPB, PERB, NLRB or

arbitration, including investigation, preparation of witnesses, exhibits and briefs, and

general development of cases.

Occasional overnight travel required.

Valid driver's license, car and insurance.

Commitment to social justice and building power for workers.

College degree preferred, but not required.

Benefits :

The salary range for this position is $, to $,. SEIU Local 0 employees enjoy top notch

benefits including fully employer-paid family health, dental and vision insurance; a generous leave

package; fully employer-paid defined benefit pension plan; (K); flexible savings accounts for annual

health and childcare expenses.

How to Apply :

CLICK BELOW to submit your information including a cover letter and letters should describe your qualifications, experience and career goals, as well as a brief

description of why you want to work to realize Local 0’s vision for building a strong union.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage

applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our goal is to build a

team that represents a variety of talents, skills, and abilities, creating an inclusive environment where

everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to contribute to our organization's success.

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