Field Organizer — Union Campaigns & Leadership

SEIU Local 521; Indiana; On-site; USD 87,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employer-paid)

Generous leave

Pension plan (defined benefit)

401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Job summary

SEIU Local 521, based in Visalia, CA, seeks an Internal Organizer to recruit and train stewards, lead worksite campaigns, and support contract negotiations across jurisdictions. The role requires travel within the local’s region, flexible hours including nights/weekends, and a strong commitment to social and economic justice.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of organizing experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team to build power for public

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to plan and organize.
• At least 1 year of external organizing or similar experience.
• Willingness to travel within local jurisdiction and work irregular hours.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, train, develop stewards, officers, and leaders.
• Lead and assist in developing plans for worksite campaigns on issues including budgets and contracts.
• Create or assist in developing communication systems; write leaflets, proposals, newsletters.
• Negotiate or assist in contract negotiations from proposals through strike prep.
• Monitor stewards and officers in representational duties and grievances.
• Meet timelines and procedures related to labor contracts and bylaws.
• Encourage participation in political and lobbying activities; hold officials accountable.
• Lead organizing campaigns and recruit members.
• Lead staff or community committees; serve as a spokesperson.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizing experience

Travel willingness

Flexible hours

Teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SEIU Local 521, based in Visalia, CA, seeks an Internal Organizer to recruit and train stewards, lead worksite campaigns, and support contract negotiations across jurisdictions. The role requires travel within the local’s region, flexible hours including nights/weekends, and a strong commitment to social and economic justice.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of organizing experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team to build power for public