Regional Political Organizer : New York

SEIU Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR)

 
Regional Political Organizer

New York City, NY

The Committee of Interns and Residents, the largest resident physicians’ union in the country, is looking for an outgoing, energetic, and hardworking candidate for the Regional Political Organizer position. The Regional Political Organizer is responsible for executing CIR’s strategic political plan to develop members as a powerful force at their hospitals, in the legislative process, in the community and at the ballot box. The Regional Political Organizer reports directly to the Political Director. This position is based in New York City.

About Us:
CIR is a nationwide, progressive, member-driven healthcare union representing 14,000 resident physicians. Our vision is to be the national voice for interns, residents and fellows. We empower physicians-in-training to fight for excellence for our patients, our training and our healthcare system through organizing, collective bargaining and advocacy.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide support in the recruitment, training, leadership development and coordination of member political activists for political fundraising, electoral campaigns, issue campaigns, legislative meetings and other union activities.
• Track and support member participation using various database functions.
• Provide support in the developing goals and executing plans for member participation in political candidate interviews, lobby days, town hall meetings, elected official accountability activities, voter registration drives, and GOTV activities.
• Provide staff support to our PAC by making presentations at department and member meetings and training and mentoring member activists.
• Work with staff and members to integrate CIR’s political program into planning for contract and organizing campaigns.
• Prepare and/or support the creation of member education materials.
• Plan and manage multiple campaigns and projects simultaneously in a high-pressure environment requiring rapid adjustments to changing priorities and strategies.
• Represent CIR’s interests in broad coalitions and community organizations,
• Empower members to build effective advocacy relationships with elected officials, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

CIR is looking for candidates who have:

• Minimum of three years legislative, political organizing, or campaign experience with a labor union, state or local agency or association, non-profit community organization or progressive elected official.
• Previous experience in speech writing, media work, and other communication/public relations fields, highly desirable.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel and willing to work long hours and weekends, as needed.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate, lead, build strong working relationship and hold others accountable.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to creating a positive work environment that encourages personal responsibility, initiative and innovation
• Self-motivated, great attitude and strong team player
• Strong sense of professionalism and integrity
• Proven ability to work with diverse group of people, including: union members, union staff, elected officials, and community and issue stakeholders

What you gain from a position with CIR:

• Engagement with physicians on issues related to improving the quality of healthcare, health disparities and better working conditions.
• Opportunity to work directly with physicians-in-training, gaining an understanding of their experience as front line providers in a hospital setting.
• Competitive starting salary: $54,000-$82,000; commensurate with experience
• Excellent benefits package: health, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), pension plan and generous amount of paid time off.

In addition to a resume, we require a cover letter that gives us a clear picture of who you are, and why you want to be the Regional Political Organizer at CIR. Make us want to pick up the phone and call you in for an interview! Please send your resume and cover letter to: jobs@cirseiu.org with the Subject Line: Regional Political Organizer Position.

CIR is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability. Please visit our website for more information: www.cirseiu.org.

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