JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Data Analyst
Service Employees International Union, Local 1
Chicago, IL

PURPOSE: To provide support in the collection, storage and analysis of personal information and organizing records in support of ongoing organizing campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure the integrity of data related to new member engagement;
• Assist in creation of reports and analysis for campaign leadership;
• Train organizers and other staff in best practices and data skill sets;
• Train organizers in VAN;
• Assist in documenting standard operating procedures;
• Use VAN to maintain an up to date list of all targeted workers;
• Other duties assigned

Job Requirements

• Willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends;
• Capacity to work independently and with a team;
• Previous experience in union, community or political organizing is desirable;
• A demonstrated commitment to social justice is required.

Qualifications

• High Level experience with VAN;
• Experience creating and adjusting reports to meet a field team’s needs;
• Strong quantitative and analytic skills, including proficiency with spreadsheet and relational database software applications and experience working with large data sets;
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize and set priorities;
• Bachelor’s degree in applicable subject or 2+ years of related work experience or training;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly excel. Experience with SQL a plus;
• Strong problem solving skills;
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with people inside and outside the organization.

Local 1 is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Women, people of color, those with disabilities, and members of the LGBT community are especially encouraged to apply.