Coordinator

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 Southern 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

Develop and implement staff evaluations and support plans for performance

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

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

Labor relations & contract negotiations with multiple

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

At least 5 years of experience leading in member representation, contract negotiations and worker

Ability to build a team and effectively manage & coordinate the work of other

Experience planning and running comprehensive organizing and contract

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in fast-paced and diverse team

Ability to drive work independently, manage assignments, stay organized and meet tight

Demonstrated ability to clearly convey information and ideas both verbally and in writing across

Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Gmail, social media platforms, database &

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

All employees are required to be fully vaccinated and report their vaccination status as a condition of

All employees must abide by USWW Safety Guidelines, including the required use of face covering while

Salary & Benefits:

Salary is competitive and negotiable based on

Full benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, a pension plan and paid time