Union Organizer & Campaign Leader

SEIU UHW LOCAL 2005; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

SEIU United Healthcare Workers - West in Oakland, CA seeks a Union Representative/Organizer to advance organizing campaigns, negotiate agreements, and mobilize members. The role requires strong leadership, labor law knowledge, and the ability to work with diverse communities.

The position involves coordinating with the executive board, shop stewards, and community groups, with travel and long hours as needed to support campaigns and worker rights.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Union Representative/Organizer.
• Knowledge of labor law NLRA, MMBA, FLSA, Cal OSHA, FMLA, Title 22, ADA, Workers Compensation.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Ability to negotiate collective bargaining agreements and resolve grievances.
• Willingness to travel and work long hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Executive Board, stewards to design campaigns increasing member power.
• Lead organizing campaigns to win recognition for unorganized workplaces.
• Direct stewards in contract negotiation and enforcement activities.
• Educate workers on power dynamics and rights in the workplace.
• Coordinate outreach, rallies, and community relations for campaigns.
• Prepare materials and participate in lobbying at various government levels.
• Develop relationships with employers, community groups, and unions.

Skills

Union organizing

Labor law knowledge

Worker rights

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Bilingual abilities

Time management

Public speaking

Tools

Driver's license

Automobile insurance

Union-made vehicle

Job description

SEIU United Healthcare Workers - West in Oakland, CA seeks a Union Representative/Organizer to advance organizing campaigns, negotiate agreements, and mobilize members. The role requires strong leadership, labor law knowledge, and the ability to work with diverse communities.

The position involves coordinating with the executive board, shop stewards, and community groups, with travel and long hours as needed to support campaigns and worker rights.