Political and Community Organizer

Political and Community Organizer Seattle, WA Job Details Full-time From $31.59 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Pension plan Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Computer literacy Writing skills Communication platforms Social media platforms Driver's License Driving Productivity software Full Job Description About us SEIU6 Property Services NW is a small business in Seattle, WA. We are professional, agile and our goal is to About SEIU6. 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, racial equity, gender equity, and the environment. SEIU6 Property Services NW represents over 10,000 property service workers. 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 & RESPONSIBILITES

This individual will be working in the greater Puget Sound area. Your duties will include union contract enforcement and member engagement to make gains in the workplace and to address larger social/political issues in their communities.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

Working under the direction of the Political Director this individual will be part of the Political Department team which supports and empowers workers to build their political power to make gains in the workplace and to address larger social/political issues in their communities. This individual will be assigned to support SEIU6's campaigns to help organize non-union workers throughout Washington.

Examples of Duties:

Build Political Power for workers: Drive electoral campaigns at the local and state level for union endorsed candidates, run civic engagement campaigns and member political fundraising drives. Support Organizers with political education classes. Assist with development of overall strategy for building, maintaining and mobilizing community and political support on a campaign or in an area program. Strengthen worker-led movement & our Worker Power Fund. Identify, recruit, and develop workers to play leadership roles on campaigns and in political programs. Outreach to elected leaders & community organizations to support campaigns or area programs. Attend and/or coordinate community and political meetings and functions as a representative of the union Coordinate union involvement in electoral and political fundraising work and function at a high level of leadership as field organizer in electoral campaigns. May serve as lead for other organizers or members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Graduation from an accredited college or university or experience in relevant field with at least one (1) to three (3) years of related work experience or equivalent experience in labor and community organizing 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. Experience working on campaigns with a labor union, public policy, or non-profit organization. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a 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, social media platforms and teleconferencing platforms. Experience with vote builder.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel in Washington, ability to work extended and irregular hours, and work offsite. Valid drivers' license, use of a car for work, and specified automobile insurance coverage are mandatory.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Pay is competitive and based on our Staff Union Contract Full benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, a pension plan and paid time off.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $31.59 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person