Coordinator

seiuusww; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The SEIU-USWW in California is looking for a Coordinator to manage and lead a team of union staff in contract enforcement and member activism. This role requires over 5 years of experience in member representation and organizing.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to social justice and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers competitive salary and full benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in member representation, contract negotiations, and organizing.
• Strong commitment to social and economic justice.
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate a team.

Responsibilities

• Direct a team of union staff in contract enforcement and member engagement.
• Manage internal organizing staff, including training and supervision.
• Develop membership training and education programs.

Skills

Team management

Contract negotiations

Interpersonal skills

Organizing campaigns

Education

Graduation from accredited college in relevant field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Gmail

Teleconferencing tools

Job description

About SEIU-USWW

The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) is our country’s fastest growing labor union with more than 2 million members. We have been on the cutting edge of building the power of low-wage workers in service industries and in leading the fight for social justice on issues such as health care, immigration, and education reform. The SEIU United Service Workers West (SEIU-USWW) represents over 50,000 property service workers across California. Our union brings together janitors, security officers, residential, stadium, arena, and airport workers. Our mission is to lead the way to a more just and humane society; building power for all service workers by developing member leadership and activism, winning strong contracts, organizing unorganized service workers, building political and community power, and engaging in direct action that demonstrates our strength and determination to win.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Working under the direction of the Northern CA Staff Director (with overall direction of the division fall under the Division Driver). The Coordinator is responsible for achieving the organization’s goals & program for members throughout the Los Angeles Area. In this role, you will direct a team of union staff, in contract enforcement, member worksite actions and engagement on larger social/political issues facing their communities.

Examples of Duties

• Managing team of internal organizing staff, including regular supervision and training and on representation, membership leadership development, data management, other key campaigns within the union.
• Hold 1:1s and team meetings to review staff priorities, strategic plans, provide support and assess progress.
• Develop and implement staff evaluations and support plans for performance improvement/
• Design and implementation of membership training and education programs to ID, recruit & develop leaders
• Plan & coordinate major campaigns with division drivers, a team of organizers, researchers, and members
• Track member data and engagement metrics in union database with accurate and detailed information
• Advanced case management, preparation for board of adjustment, arbitration, or legal action on worker issues
• Labor relations & contract negotiations with multiple contractors

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• Graduation from an accredited college or university in relevant field with at least five(5) years of related work experience that would provide for the following knowledge of, skills and abilities:
• Proven commitment to social and economic justice and improving the lives of working people.
• At least 5 years of experience leading in member representation, contract negotiations, and worker organizing.
• Ability to build a team and effectively manage & coordinate the work of other staff.
• Experience planning and running comprehensive organizing and contract campaigns.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in fast-paced and diverse team environment.
• Ability to drive work independently, manage assignments, stay organized and meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly convey information and ideas both verbally and in writing across audiences.
• Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Gmail, social media platforms, database & teleconferencing.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel in California, ability to work extended and irregular hours, and work off-site, if needed
• Valid drivers’ license, use of a car for work, and specified automobile insurance coverage are mandatory
• Work is generally performed in an office setting and in the field at member worksites.
• All employees are required to be fully vaccinated and report their vaccination status as a condition of employment.
• All employees must abide by USWW Safety Guidelines, including the required use of face covering while working.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary is competitive and negotiable based on experience.
• Full benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, a pension plan and paid time off.