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

WHEN APPLYING: Be sure to indicate that you saw this information at UNIONJOBS.COM.

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