Workers United New York New Jersey Regional Joint Board a/w SEIU

Bilingual Worksite Organizer

Based in New York City, NY

 

Workers United NY/NJ Joint Board is currently seeking a Bilingual (Spanish and English) Worksite Organizer! Apply now! 

• Are you dedicated to democratic practice based in deep member education?
• Do you want to think strategically about how we can win better contracts, and build worker power to enforce them?
• Do you want to create new tactics and develop novel plans to help improve the lives of working people?
• Do you like working with coworkers dedicated to the same goals on a supportive team?

The New York New Jersey Regional Joint Board of Workers United is a Union dedicated to improving the experience of working people through developing militant shop leadership and ambitious new organizing. The labor movement is at a key point where workers, across the country and in many different industries, are taking bold action and winning big. At the same time, our movement is also up against enormous obstacles, and working people need to organize for power. 

The Bilingual Worksite Organizer will work in a variety of industries side-by-side with worker leaders and assigned staff. This work will include shops negotiating improvements in established contracts and shops that will be working to win ambitious first contracts.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work independently and with co-assigned staff to create and implement plans and campaigns in represented shops
• Work with shop leaders and co-assigned staff to create escalating action plans to achieve collective goals
• Develop identified leaders into active positions within the Union

Workers United NY/NJ is a membership driven organization and staff is expected to center members in all decision-making processes. Organizers will be expected to partner with Workers United members through education, coaching and support.

Qualifications and Skills include:
Candidates should have some, but not necessarily all of the following:

• Fluency in Spanish and English
• 2 years of union or related organizing experience
• Demonstrated ability to move workers to take action
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and meet deadlines
• Ability to lead and work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport and credibility with diverse demographic groups
• Ability and willingness to ask for help when needed
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both Spanish and English
• Computer skills, including with Google Suite, email, database and project management software or platforms
• A car, valid driver’s license and insurance are required

Regular travel within the Tri-State area will be required. Some out of the area travel may be required to work on other campaigns or attend seminars or workshops. Travel and other relevant expenses are reimbursed. 

Salary and Benefits: Starting salary is commensurate with experience and skill. The pay rate ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 per year. Excellent full benefit package includes 100% employer paid medical and dental, as well as 100% employer paid defined benefit pension plan.

How to Apply:
Please send your cover letter and résumé to Jobs@workersunitednynj.org. No phone calls please. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Studies have shown that women, people of color, and people from disadvantaged backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not have the exact knowledge, skills, education, and experience listed. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

The New York New Jersey Regional Joint Board, Workers United is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender fluidity, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. The Joint Board encourages women, people of color, transgender and gender nonconforming people, and LGBTQ+ people to apply.

This position is union-represented under a collective bargaining agreement.