Bilingual Field Lead & Negotiator (NJ)

Seiu 49; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health plan

Dental and vision coverage

401K retirement benefits

Paid time off

Travel allowance

Remote day per week

Job summary

SEIU 32BJ in Newark, NJ is hiring a Bilingual Lead Field Representative to engage members, develop leaders, and support contract campaigns across New Jersey. You will report to the New Jersey Staff Director and lead negotiations on single-site agreements, while building an activist base and coordinating outreach with diverse communities.

The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and Spanish, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work independently, frequently beyond standard

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and initiative; able to work independently.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and labor movements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Experience drafting contract proposals and leading negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop Shop Stewards and member leaders.
• Expand activist base through district and union-wide activities.
• Develop and execute worksite or company-wide contract campaigns.
• Assist in organizing campaigns among non-union workers.
• Serve as Lead Negotiator during single site contract negotiations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Leadership

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Internet/Email

Job description

SEIU 32BJ in Newark, NJ is hiring a Bilingual Lead Field Representative to engage members, develop leaders, and support contract campaigns across New Jersey. You will report to the New Jersey Staff Director and lead negotiations on single-site agreements, while building an activist base and coordinating outreach with diverse communities.

The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and Spanish, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work independently, frequently beyond standard