SEIU Local 1 has been on the cutting edge of building the power of low wage workers in service industries and fighting for economic, racial, immigrant and environmental justice. We are hiring an Internal Organizer/Grievance Representative, to work in Kansas City, MO.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting broad and intensive outreach efforts to workers of various income levels.
• Building one-on-one relationships with workers.
• Identifying and developing 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.
• Full benefits package includes employer paid health insurance, a pension plan, tuition reimbursement and paid vacation.
• Car allowance, phone allowance and other benefits.