Political Organizer : Illinois
Political Organizer
Chicago, IL
SEIU Local 1 has been on the cutting edge of building the power of low-wage workers in service industries and fighting in larger struggles for social justice on issues such as health care, immigration and racial justice reform. We are now hiring a Political Organizer to work on our external airport organizing campaign in Chicago.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and implement strategic plans to mobilize members and others to support SEIU goals
- Build SEIU Local 1 Internal Political Capacity for our strategic priorities.
- Build political and community support for organizing projects and political or issue campaigns.
- Plan and execute large-scale mobilizations.
- Working to involve community allies in organizing campaigns.
- Other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
- Capacity to work independently and with a team.
- The ability to make and follow through on a work plan.
- Ability to facilitate collaboration between labor and community stakeholders
- Capacity to work independently, with a team, and with people from diverse backgrounds
- Sharp communications skills.
- The ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Willingness to conduct house visits and site visits.
- Previous experience in union or community organizing is desirable.
- A demonstrated commitment to social justice is required.
- Fluency in a second language is a plus.
- A car and a valid driver’s license are required.
SALARY & BENEFITS
- Salary is competitive and negotiable (based on the Staff Union Contract).
- Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan and paid vacation.
- Car allowance.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter at http://seiu1.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2kqigctd3hf
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