Field Team Supervisor

SEIU Local 1021; East Bay; On-site; CAD 170,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

A community union in Canada, Nova Scotia seeks a Field Team Supervisor to guide staff in recruiting leaders, implement campaigns, and negotiate contracts. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years in union organizing, effective leadership skills, and the ability to motivate a diverse team. This salaried role may require nonstandard hours and extensive travel within Northern California, offering a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in union or community organizing and representation.
• Proven ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Proven ability to provide effective leadership.

Responsibilities

• Train and assist staff in recruiting and developing leaders.
• Coordinate teams to implement industry vision and campaigns.
• Assist staff in contract negotiations and campaigns.

Skills

Frame issues and articulate organizational values and priorities

Lead and work effectively as part of a team

Work highly independently and exercise good judgment

Inspire, motivate, and communicate effectively

Bargain contracts and deal with tough employers

Work long and irregular hours

Job description

Field Team Supervisor East Bay (Posted 10/7/2025)

Under the supervision of the Area Field Director, this position has the following responsibilities:

• Train and assist staff in identifying, recruiting, developing, and partnering with leaders to successfully implement the mission, goals, and work of the union
• Coordinate teams of staff and members in developing and implementing industry vision, programs, and campaigns
• Challenge staff and assist them to embrace change in all aspects of their work
• Help develop direct campaigns to resolve workplace issues
• Assist staff/lead contract negotiations, campaigns, and strikes
• Guide integration of politics and organizing support into the daily work of staff in the workplace
• Participate in and/or lead new organizing and political campaigns as needed
• Train, develop, and hold staff accountable in all aspects of their work
• Evaluate staff; develop and implement staff development plans
• Cover for vacation and troubleshoot on particularly difficult staff assignments
• As part of the supervisory team, contribute to the organizational vision and manage the local’s strategic plans and campaigns
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and abilities:

• Frame issues and articulate organizational values and priorities
• Lead and work effectively as part of a team
• Work highly independently and exercise good judgment
• Inspire, motivate, and communicate effectively with staff and members
• Bargain contracts and deal with tough employers and anti-union consultants
• Work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends

Preferred Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in union or community organizing and representation
• Proven ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Proven ability to provide effective leadership
• Experience working as part of a team is highly desirable

Requirements:

• Salaried position; may require nonstandard work hours and/or weekend and holiday work.
• Extensive travel may be required, primarily within Northern California.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license; must pass a DMV check and have a good driving record; must have autoinsurance that covers business driving (minimum of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per incident bodily injury liability/$50,000 property coverage); and must possess an automobile for business use.

Salary and Benefits: The salary range is $122,536.97 to $140,917.52 and is based on qualifications and experience. There is a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

To Apply: Visit our online Career Center to apply (SEIULocal 1021 Career Center). You must include a detailed resume, cover letter indicating the position you are applying for, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three (3) references. This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time. No phone calls, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SEIU Local 1021 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all races, ethnicities, ages, sexes, sexual orientations, marital statuses, religions, or who have a disability. Local 1021 is committed to ensuring fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.