Workers United
an SEIU Affiliate

New Orleans Project-Based Organizer

Based in New Orleans, LA

 

Workers United-SEIU seeks an Organizer for six months with the possibility of extension to join one or more exciting campaigns to organize with workers building power at their worksites, in their industries and in their communities. We are looking for a hardworking, driven, talented individual who is committed to winning campaigns for working people and is ready to immediately get to work with the Workers United Organizing Team to win campaigns.

WHO WE ARE: Workers United - SEIU represents approximately 86,000 workers across the US and Canada. Our membership is diverse, and includes garment workers, food service workers, distribution center workers, and industrial laundry workers.

Workers United has a deeply rooted history representing garment workers. We are the former International Ladies Garment Workers’ Union, which was created in 1900 to fight sweatshops and win decent working conditions. The ILGWU was one the first U.S. unions to have a primarily female membership.

Today we still hold close our founding values from over 100 years ago: every industry is organizable, and every worker deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. These are the same values shared by our parent union, the Service Employee International Union, with more than two million members in the United States and Canada and a leader in the fight for social justice.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Workers United Organizing Director and Deputy Organizing Director, supports workers in new organizing campaigns in New Orleans.
• Assists in the direction and development and training of volunteer member organizers and Organizing Committee members.
• Ensures the tracking, reporting and analysis on all campaigns in their purview.
• Works with allied organizations and communities in the fight for better conditions in the industries Workers United organizes and represents.
• Works along with campaign staff to carry out duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in labor and/or community organizing is preferable
• Excellent interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to relate, establish, and cultivate respectful relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent communication skills and ability to develop varied communications tools as part of organizing campaigns
• Skilled at managing multiple projects, meeting varied deadlines, and being flexible with changing priorities
• Effective demonstrable oral, written and listening skills in English.
• Experienced in receiving and offering feedback openly and constructively
• Effective facilitation and meeting management skills
• Experience organizing independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of computer programs including social media, Word, Excel, and good planning and administrative skills

REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

LOCATION: New Orleans

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary range for this position is $55,000 – $62,000 depending on experience level. We offer a generous benefits package including fully employer-paid health, dental, and optical insurance. This position should be held through December 2025, with the possibility of extension.

TO APPLY:
E-mail a cover letter and detailed résumé and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three (3) references to: jobs@workersunited.org. Please include “New Orleans Organizer” in the subject line of your email.

This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Workers United - SEIU is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. We work to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforce policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.