SEIU Local 1

Internal Organizer / Grievance Representative

Based in Toledo, OH

 

SEIU Local 1 has been on the cutting edge of building power for low-wage workers in service industries and fighting in larger struggles for social justice on issues such as immigrant, racial, LGBTQ+, environmental, and economic justice. We are now hiring an Internal Organizer/Grievance Representative in Toledo, Ohio to work on exciting campaigns to organize workers in the Toledo area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Conducting broad and intensive outreach efforts to workers of various income levels.
• Building one-on-one relationships with workers.
• Identify and develop member leaders to participate in and lead various types of campaigns.
• Conducting individual and group meetings with workers to discuss and plan internal and external campaigns.
• Motivating individual workers and groups of workers to take action.
• Engaging workers in broader union efforts to bring pressure to bear on industry sectors.
• Coordinating with workers to gather information that is useful in identifying opportunities for membership growth and mobilization.
• Working to involve community and political allies in organizing and other campaigns.
• Engaging members in political activity and encouraging member participation in the COPE program.
• Filing and processing grievances, including arbitration.
• Conduct house visits and site visits.
• Negotiating contracts as needed.
• Conduct labor management meetings with members and employers.
• 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.
• Sharp communications skills.
• Basic writing and computer skills.
• The ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
• Previous experience in union or community organizing is desirable.
• A demonstrated commitment to social justice is required.
• Understanding of union organizing and representation required.
• A car and a valid driver’s license are required.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary is competitive and negotiable based on the Staff Union Contract ranging from $60,00 – $73,000.
• Full benefits package include employer paid health insurance, a pension plan and paid vacation.
• Phone allowance, 401(k) and other benefits.

TO APPLY
Please submit cover letter and résumé at: https://seiu1.applicantstack.com/x/apply/a2kqigc0rd6n/aa0