SEIU Local 517M

Executive Director

Based in Lansing, MI

 

The SEIU Local 517M Executive Director position has overall general management responsibilities for daily operational activities of SEIU Local 517M, a public sector union in Michigan. SEIU Local 517M represents approximately 7,000 members and is an affiliate of Service Employees International Union (SEIU) which has 2.2-million-members nationwide. Local 517M is one of four SEIU Locals in the State of Michigan and has an annual operating budget of approximately $3 million with 9 full time staff members.

The SEIU Local 517M Executive Director works under the general direction of the Local 517M Executive Board with primary responsibilities as assigned.  

These duties typically include:

• Daily supervision and management of staff.
• Oversight and responsibility for the financial records and collaborating with the Executive Officers on financial operations.
• Oversight of member growth and internal and external organizing activities.
• Oversight of legislative issues affecting the membership with continuous advocacy with elected and appointed government officials.
• Coordination of the local’s political operation including SEIU State Council functions as well as International political programs.
• Oversight of the collective bargaining processes.
• High-level of communication with the Executive Officers and Executive Board.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of contract administration and bargaining with progressive awareness on the laws of Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA), National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), and the Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
• Political and legislative advocacy experience.
• Financial, budgeting, and payroll experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to function and interact in a positive manner with elected leadership, members, media, and staff.
• Managerial skills and experience with a demonstrable record of relating and working with diverse groups of people.
• Flexible, highly motivated, and the ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to work independently within the context of a plan and to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to use basic word processing, database programs, and email.

Education:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree preferably with an emphasis on Labor and Industrial Relations.

Salary:
Salaried position ($102,000 - $105,000 commensurate with education and experience)

Position Requirements:
Long and irregular hours, frequent travel, occasional participation in special campaigns that may require longer term travel and overnight stays, must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle.

To Apply:
Please provide your cover letter, résumé, and the name, address, and phone number of three references to Joey Combs, jcombs@seiu517m.org