Union Organizing Field Leader

Seiu 49; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Union-negotiated benefits

Job summary

SEIU Local 721 in Southern California seeks a dynamic Worksite Organizer to implement the union’s program at assigned worksites. You will recruit, develop, mentor, and mobilize members, articulate the union’s message, and support contract enforcement across a range of campaigns.

This role requires long hours, travel, and weekend work; you will lead leadership development, coordinate campaigns, and maintain robust communications while upholding the union’s values and strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Ability to receive and implement feedback.
• Ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.
• Excellent oral, written, and listening skills.
• Interpersonal skills to relate with diverse groups.
• Ability to manage time, plan, and organize work.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, develop, and train shop stewards and leaders.
• Articulate the Union’s message and enforce contract provisions.
• Coordinate internal and external organizing campaigns and tactics.
• Maintain regular communication with workers via visits and meetings.
• Lead turnout and mobilization for union actions and events.
• Administer planning, documentation, and data for campaigns.

Skills

Member leadership development

Recruitment

Campaign coordination

Communication

Staff development

Representation

Legislative & electoral campaigns

Turnout

Proficiency in technology

Job description

SEIU Local 721 in Southern California seeks a dynamic Worksite Organizer to implement the union’s program at assigned worksites. You will recruit, develop, mentor, and mobilize members, articulate the union’s message, and support contract enforcement across a range of campaigns.

This role requires long hours, travel, and weekend work; you will lead leadership development, coordinate campaigns, and maintain robust communications while upholding the union’s values and strategic priorities.