Teamsters Local 481

Business Agent / Union Representative

Serving our membership in the San Diego, CA area

 

Teamsters Local 481 is hiring a Business Agent / Union Representative to serve our membership in the San Diego-area.

Teamsters Local 481 represents 4,000 members in diverse industries including the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, warehousing, parking and valet services, healthcare, and more.

Description of Duties

• Work independently to represent members and enforce contracts
• Investigate, prepare and present grievances 
• Train members and union stewards on contract enforcement and union rights
• Implement the union’s mobilization and communication program with internal organizing, organizing around workplace issues, member one-on-one’s, craft meetings, and more
• Welcome new members and provide in-person orientations with emphasis on building a stronger union
• Support and direct contract campaigns and participate in contract negotiations
• Attend and assist in organizing general and special membership meetings; Attend community meetings and political events
• Prepare and submit regular and ad hoc reports on representational activities
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience in the labor movement or community organizing
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, public speaking skills and experience communicating union messages
• Computer proficiency with database/spreadsheet, email, internet, word processing, & social media 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Excellent listening, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Spanish-language proficiency a plus
• Ability to work collaboratively with our team of Business Agents, officers, stewards, and active members
• Ability to work irregular hours including weekends
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and automobile for business use is required

Compensation
Teamsters Local 481 offers competitive salary commensurate with work experience. The salary range for this position is $85,000 – $115,000. In addition, generous healthcare and retirement benefits, and a car allowance are provided.

To Apply
Submit your application via email to: local481@teamsterslocal481.org. Applications must include:

• a cover letter 
• résumé covering your work history
• Three professional references

Business Agents/ Union Representatives are considered ‘at will – exempt’ in that they may supervise activists and administrative staff; have access to confidential information; have input to management positions for internal and external union operations; and exercise independent decision-making authority.

Teamsters Local 481 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.