Leadership Development Coordinator - Sacramento, CA
The Service Employees International Union is the nation’s fastest growing labor organization with over 2 million members. SEIU is on the cutting edge of progressive activism, building the power of low-wage and immigrant workers and engaging in larger social issues such as health care, housing, and immigration.
SEIU Local 1000, a progressive public sector labor union is seeking a Leadership Development Coordinator who has a deep passion for workers’ rights, adult education, and the importance of centering our movement on deep leadership development. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated union organizer with an aptitude for curriculum development, facilitation, team building, and a clear set of principles about development and education.
We are looking for energetic, hardworking staff that have a clear and demonstrated commitment towards working for real change, who believe in the value of work and the value of public services, and who want to be part of the team that wins for workers, their families, and their communities.
DUTIES:
Develop curriculum and design leadership development programs for staff and members
Lead and develop a team of new staff and experienced member leaders to become excellent organizers
Develop daily, weekly, and monthly plans to coincide with and contribute to statewide field goals
Play a leadership role within the Organizing team, providing support and guidance to Departmental Leadership
Shadow, observe, and provide feedback in the field to staff and member leaders
Model excellent worksite organizing and leadership development
Facilitate small and large scale meetings, trainings, and worksite actions
Identify, recruit, train and develop stewards, member leaders, and staff
Stay connected to union-wide best practices on development, keep abreast of new tools and trainings, and be willing to innovate and experiment with new theories around development
Create and maintain lists and charts, which may include on, and operation of, computerized database systems
Other standard duties of an organizer and manager as assigned
Work long and varied hours, with early mornings, evening and weekend work
Overnight travel required
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 7 years of experience as a labor union organizer with escalating responsibilities
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to lead and develop a deep sense of team while focusing on individual and group development
Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision; must be well-organized and self-motivated
Experience as a manager (or lead level) and demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and discern priorities
Demonstrated organizational savvy and ability to be a collaborative and proactive leader
Experience with and ability to lead members and staff from diverse racial, social, and economic groups
Valid driver's license, car and insurance (minimum coverage of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident).
EXPERIENCE:
Five (5) years of experience in union organizing
Two (2) years of experience as an organizing lead and/or manager
How to apply:
CLICK BELOW to submit your information including a cover letter, resume and current salary.
Cover letters should describe your qualifications, experience and career goals, as well as a brief description of why you want to work to realize Local 1000’s vision for building a strong union.
SEIU is committed to building a diverse workforce. We offer excellent benefits, including paid health benefits for employee and family, liberal paid time off and competitive salary. All applicants must be able to furnish proof of authorization to work in the United States.
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