External Organizer Kansas City, MO Job at SEIU Local 1, Kansas City, MO

  • SEIU Local 1
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

SEIU Local 1 has been at 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 education reform. We are now hiring Organizers in Kansas City, MO to work on exciting campaigns to organize new workers.


KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· Conducting broad and intensive outreach efforts to low-wage workers.
· Building one-on-one relationships with workers.
· Identifying and developing leaders to guide and lead campaigns.
· Conducting individual/group meetings with workers to discuss and plan organizing 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 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.
· Sharp communications skills.
· Basic writing and computer 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
· 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 including employer paid health insurance, a pension plan and paid vacation.
• Phone, internet allowance and other benefits.

Job Tags

Contract work, Local area, Immediate start, Night shift

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