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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist Grade: PS-1 Annual Pay: 59,796.21YR
Location: Washington, DC
JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose:
This position is responsible for processing various forms of payable transactions, ensuring the
accuracy of those transactions, and serves as a quality-control expert for all Accounts Payable
transactions .This position serves an important internal control function in verifying expense
transactions to comply with SEIU’s policies, ethics requirements, generally accepted accounting
principles (GAAP) and Department of Labor (DOL) requirements. As such, SEIU requires a
steward of member assets of the highest professional integrity in this position.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (This position works as part of a team, and each individual will be
assigned a rotating set of responsibilities that may include the following. Examples provide a general
summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be
performed by employees in the classification.)
• Data entry for various accounts payable transactions, including purchase orders, purchase
invoices and expense reimbursements.
• Prepare and reconcile payment runs, including ACH, wire, check, and AMEX payments.
• Creates and edits vendor requests.
• Reconciliation of vendor records with SEIU’s records to ensure timely and accurate
payment and troubleshoot balance disputes.
• Verification of information provided by vendors to ensure consistency, proper
documentation and IRS form 1099 issuance.
• Serves as a primary contact with vendors on day-to-day issues such as payment
inquiries and account reconciliation.
• Researches payments/vendors and provides documentation from the accounting
system or files when requested.
• Reviews and reconciles expense and payment transactions, to verify proper coding and
compliance with GAAP, DOL requirements, SEIU’s internal policies and ethics
requirements.
• Assists the Credit Card Specialist with the corporate account reconciliation process.
• Processes all national bills such as rental car, phone etc.
• Provides assistance and support to SEIU employees in navigating the accounts payable
processes.
• Utilizes reports and other technology to appropriately analyze and monitor the
accounts payable functions assigned.
• Oversees the process for the SEIU Death Benefit program.
• Works with the Accounts Payable Manager and/or Lead to coordinate contracts,
including verification or proper approval & coding in compliance with SEIU policies and
procedures, tracking of expiration dates and communication to ensure a smooth
payment process.
• Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
Contacts
Include SEIU staff, auditors, financial institutions, vendors and other officials and
experts on accounting and system issues.
Direction and Decision Making
This position reports to the Accounts Payable Manager, and is expected to be an active
participant within the Department of Strategic Finance.
Education and Experience
High school graduate or GED, and an AA degree with course work in Accounting.
Equivalency:
H.S. diploma or GED; and five (5) years of work experience in accounts payable functions.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and processes
• Ability to analyze basic financial reports
• General customer service skills and ability to build relationships easily
• Ability to review large amounts of transaction data and analyze for problems
• Ability to think critically and analytically to troubleshoot problems and build processes
• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and effectively organize work in a changing
environment
• Ability to maintain flexible attitude and approach toward assignments and actively
participate in a team-based setting
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with SEIU managers and administrative staff in
both written and oral presentation
• Ability to communicate sensitive information to principals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software – Excel and Word
• Proficiency in a computerized accounting system.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Some overtime may be required.
Accounts Payable Specialist – Rev July 24 2018
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Accountant Grade: PS-1 Annual Pay : $60,992.13/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
This position is responsible for depositing receipts as part of a team that maintains the incoming funds of SEIU-controlled entities. The accounts receivable team is tasked with implementing the highest level of data integrity, operation efficiencies and process management. This role is also responsible for supporting the coding of transactions for Department of Labor LM-2 reporting. This role will be active in implementing policies that support the Union’s goals by providing ha highly effective financial operation.
This position will be required to operate with a high level of discretion, judgment and integrity as a steward of member financial resources.
Primary Responsibilities: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Directly support the Accounts Receivable Manager in ensuring the timely and accurate maintenance of the accounts receivable ledgers of SEIU-controlled entities.
- Analyzes and reconciles accounts receivable ledgers on a regular basis as established by the Director of Treasury and the Accounts Receivable Manager.
- Prepares deposits and adjusting entries.
- Work with external support to reconcile accounts at month end and year end.
- Supports the monthly close of accounts receivable within two business days following the end of each month, and assists in ensuring that all necessary processes are completed to accurately close.
- Supports the annual close of accounts receivable within 15 business days following the end of the year, and assists in ensuring that all necessary processes are completed to accurately close.
- Prepares and executes all transactions in a way that ensures that generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), SEIU’s policies, IRS regulations and Department of Labor requirements are met.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Accounts Receivable Manager.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Equivalency:
Bachelor’s degree in an accounting-related field and six (6) years’ experience in accounting, preferably accounts receivable.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of US and District of Columbia laws and regulations regarding financial controls
- Ability to effectively use an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program to analyze, reconcile and process accounting transactions
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with SEIU managers and administrative staff as well as external related parties, in both written and oral presentations
- Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and effectively organize work in a changing environment
- Ability to maintain a flexible attitude and approach toward assignments and actively engage other in building teams
- Knowledge of complex financial metrics, accounting principles and processes
- Ability to structure and analyze complex financial reports
- Ability to think critically and analytically in linking financial data to qualitative information
- Ability to calculate standard financial rations (current, liquidity, turnover, etc.)
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to principals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software – Excel and Word
Tests and Certifications:
Microsoft Excel (Intermediate level required; expert preferred)
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Long and extended hours and travel may be required
(up to 15%).
Probationary Period: 36 weeks
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy top notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, competitive salaries, generous holidays and vacation policies, and both a pension plan and a 401(K) Plan.
This position is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and as such the incumbent is bound by the language of said agreement and party to all benefits, dues and requirements associated with being a member of a union and the (CBA).
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Relocation costs are not covered by SEIU.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Administrative Assistant Grade: TS6 Annual Pay : $54,550.83/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
This position is responsible for directing and coordinating the administrative work for an SEIU department or program. The incumbent manages large quantities of materials, data, and records and serves as lead on special projects, conferences, workshops or other specialized programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Coordinates and integrates the work activities of several organizational segments ensuring completion of projects.
- Receives correspondence for department or program director; routes mail or responses to appropriate party and follows-up for completed actions.
- Maintains director’s calendar; screens visitors and callers and answers inquires involving established procedures or routine matters.
- Coordinates the work flow with other departments or field staff; revises or clarifies procedures to resolve conflicts or eliminate duplication of work.
- Ensures that requests for actions or information are directed to appropriate staff as required; ensures that information requests are furnished in a timely manner.
- Maintains software programs relevant to department operations; integrates data from the Accounting and Information Technology Departments; provides data for programs and produces reports.
- Analyzes information and assists in writing and preparing materials for conferences, workshops, conventions, meetings, mailings, etc.
- Controls administrative functions within the department including budget, leave reports, orders and maintains supplies and files.
- Trains other support staff and distributes administrative support activities when applicable.
- Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
Contacts:
Include SEIU staff and others related to departmental issues.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the department director /manager and the incumbent works independently with minimum supervision.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of progressive administrative experience.
Equivalency: Graduation from high school or equivalent and seven (7) years of progressive administrative experience.
Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures and practices.
- Knowledge of unions or other advocacy groups.
- Ability to analyze problems, collect data and make sound, logical conclusions.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work and supervise others.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to develop proficiency in software package(s) required by department.
- Skilled in the use of personal computers using word processing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Test/Certifications:
- Ability to type 65 wpm.
- Microsoft Office: Word Intermediate, Excel Intermediate, Access Advanced, and PowerPoint Intermediate.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Some overtime may be required.
Probationary Period: 16 weeks.
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SEIU
Service Employees International Union
Job Title: Administrative Assistant Grade: TS-6 . Annual Pay: $54,550.83/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
This position is responsible for directing and coordinating the administrative work for an SEIU department or program. The incumbent manages large quantities of materials, data, and records and serves as lead on special projects, conferences, workshops or other specialized programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Coordinates and integrates the work activities of several organizational segments ensuring completion of projects
- Receives correspondence for department or program director; routes mail or responses to appropriate party and follows-up for completed actions.
- Maintains director’s calendar; screens visitors and callers and answers inquires involving established procedures or routine matters.
- Coordinates the work flow with other departments or field staff; revises or clarifies procedures to resolve conflicts or eliminate duplication of work.
- Ensures that requests for actions or information are directed to appropriate staff as required; ensures that information requests are furnished in a timely manner.
- Maintains software programs relevant to department operations; integrates data from the Accounting and Information Technology Departments; provides data for programs and produces reports.
- Analyzes information and assists in writing and preparing materials for conferences, workshops, conventions, meetings, mailings, etc.
- Controls administrative functions within the department including budget, leave reports, orders and maintains supplies and files.
- Trains other support staff and distributes administrative support activities when applicable.
- Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
Contacts:
Include SEIU staff and others related to departmental issues.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the department director /manager and the incumbent works independently with minimum supervision.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of progressive administrative experience.
Equivalency: Graduation from high school or equivalent and seven (7) years of progressive administrative experience.
Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures and practices.
- Knowledge of unions or other advocacy groups.
- Ability to analyze problems, collect data and make sound, logical conclusions
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work and supervise others.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to develop proficiency in software package(s) required by department.
- Skilled in the use of personal computers using word processing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Test/Certifications:
- Ability to type 65 wpm.
- Microsoft Office: Word Intermediate, Excel Intermediate, Access Advanced, and PowerPoint Intermediate.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Some overtime may be required.
Probationary Period: 16 weeks.
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SEIU Benefit Funds
Job Title: Affiliates and Staff Contribution Technician (TERM) Grade: TS-5 Pay: $52,452.97/YR
Location: Washington, D.C.
Purpose
This position is responsible for monitoring, posting and balancing all incoming contributions and reports and maintains and updates the contribution and census database for the Affiliates' Officers and Employees Pension Fund and the SEIU Pension Plan for Employees. This position handles sensitive and confidential information.
Primary Responsibilities: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Receives, processes and reconciles contribution remittances.
- Monitors, balances, posts and closes pending contribution batches.
- Compiles and inputs information for current, new and terminated employers.
- Updates the Benefit Fund Office Collection Department database for participant contribution and census data through manual data entry and electronic file transfer.
- Updates the Benefit Fund Office Collection Department database for participant contribution and census data through manual data entry and electronic file transfer in connection with employer payroll reviews.
- Assist in clerical function of SEIU Benefit Fund Office Collections Department
- Tracks and monitors employer delinquencies, credits and payment plans. Refers delinquent employer accounts to management for collection.
- Prepares Canadian T-4 reports and distributes to employers. Records discrepancies reported by employer. Prepares related credit/shortage letter as necessary.
- Provides information requested by fund consultants, as directed by management.
- Acts as liaison between Fund Office Collections and Benefits Processing Departments to ensure participants contributions are accurate.
- Collaborate with the Fund Office Payroll Review Department to resolve outstanding audit issues.
- Maintains participant and beneficiary census data.
- Prepares and coordinates reports for the Trustees Meetings.
- Assists with Local Unions Past Service Purchases working closely with Fund consultants and Local Union leaders and staff to ensure proper communication to participants and accurate execution of service purchases, as directed by management.
- Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
Direction and Decision Making
This position reports to the Contributions Compliance Manager.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED, and 2 (two) years of experience in processing and monitoring financial data.
Equivalency
High school diploma or GED and 1 (one) year of college coursework including advanced math, business administration or other related coursework.
Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Ability to perform data entry functions.
- Ability to process mathematical calculations.
- Proficient in the use of office equipment including personal computers and 10-key calculators.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to perform both orally and in writing.
Test Certifications
Data Entry; Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word; Typing test 40 wpm
Physical Requirements
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Overtime required as necessary.
Probationary Period
Sixteen (16) calendar weeks
Term of the Position:
Up to one (1) Year
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SEIU Benefit Funds is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
LOCAL 1000
Job Title: Area Coordinator, Field Salary Range: $90,000 to $122,650
Location: Fresno, CA
SEIU Local 1000 is seeking an Area Coordinator in Fresno, CA to join our management team. This
position is a unique opportunity to lead staff and member teams in a dynamic and active region of
California. We are looking for an experienced leader who has trained, directed and led organizers
and members, a tireless advocate for the rank-and-file, and someone who excels at both strategy
and tactics. If you meet these qualifications, please apply. The ideal candidate will be experienced
in supervising a team of dedicated union organizers and members, be creative in mobilizing
members, and expert at running campaigns.
SEIU Local 1000 is a cutting-edge labor union that represents 96,000 state employees in 9
bargaining units throughout the State of California. We negotiate and enforce a labor contract that
ensures good working conditions, fair wages and secure health care and retirement benefits.
Duties and responsibilities:
Planning and Implementation
• Plan and implement worksite campaigns.
• Make strategic decisions around immediate and emerging personnel and workplace issues.
• Coordinate and/or oversee large scale actions involving members.
• Effectively manages time, plans, schedules, prioritizes, coordinates resources, eliminates
roadblocks, and meets deadlines.
• Creative at managing accountability and expectations for members.
• Able to work long, irregular hours and travel frequently.
Leadership Development and Supervision
• Trains, develops and directs activities of staff organizers and members.
• Supervises staff in locations throughout the regional area.
• Provides coaching and development support to staff organizers and members on their team.
• Manages workplace and team dynamics with confidence and experience.
• Committed to achieving goals for staff and members and provides development
opportunities in cooperation with the developmental system of Local 1000.
Organizational Development
• Actively contributes to their peer team.
• Committed to building a strong union for state workers in California.
• Provides equitable and inclusive leadership.
• Develops trust of staff and members.
• Effectively maneuvers through complex situations, anticipates issues, and proceeds
methodically.
• Recognizes organizational dynamics and is sensitive to how staff and members function
within the organization.
• Committed to and actively works to continuously improve themselves.
Qualifications and Experience:
• 3 years experience in large organizing campaigns.
• 2 years experience leading or supervising staff, assignments, projects and timelines.
• Experience building teams, developing diverse individuals, and strategic planning ability.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Experience with collective bargaining, representation and database management
preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport and credibility with diverse demographic groups,
as well as with professional, technical, administrative and service workers.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines.
Occasional overnight travel required.
Cover letters should describe your qualifications, experience and career goals, as well as a brief
description of why you want to work to realize Local 1000’s vision for building a strong union.
SEIU is committed to building a diverse workforce. We offer excellent benefits, including fully paid
health benefits for employee and family, liberal paid time off and competitive salary. All applicants
must be able to furnish proof of authorization to work in the United States.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Area Political Director Grade: MGT D Annualpay: $93,203/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose: To assist the International Union in strengthening its electoral, legislative, and fundraising infrastructure and capacity programs at the state and local levels. The Political Program Director will work in an assigned set of states and in conjunction with SEIU national, area, state and local leadership and staff to contribute to the development of the overall SEIU political, legislative and grassroots program and to help design and implement:
- Targeted electoral plans for specific states and local unions
- Electoral campaigns in key targeted federal, state and local races
- Strategic involvement in ballot initiative campaigns at state and local level
- Legislative campaigns and state battles
- Ongoing political education, skills development and training programs for staff and members
Primary Responsibilities:
- Coordinate electoral planning for targeted strategic campaigns with Local Unions, State Councils and SEIU stakeholders with clear goals and benchmarks
- Work with Local Unions and State Councils to build and execute field campaign for targeted elections, political accountability and state battles
- Assist Local unions in recruiting, training, mobilizing and deploying member political organizers (MPOs)
- Ensure Local Union and State Council regular reporting of progress-to-goal for electoral programs
- Increase SEIU political, community and labor strength through developing and enhancing working relationships with State Federations, Central Labor Councils, Affiliated and Independent Unions, community organizations and advocacy groups
- Collaborate with Political Capacity Team to successfully integrate Local Union political capacity into all electoral and member-based programs, including worksite mapping, recruiting worksite leaders, raising COPE funds, conducting member census and registering members to vote
- Enhance the political infrastructure of SEIU through assisting the development of State Council plans; political and legislative programs, and through developing grassroots training and education programs for members and local union staff
- General responsibilities will include maintaining leadership, state, and local relationships; research, writing, public speaking, preparation of reports and training materials.
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff assigned to the political program in the Region when called upon to do so by State Councils or Local Unions
Contacts:
Local Union Presidents, SEIU staff and leadership, State Council staff, Local Union Political Directors, division staff, other departments within SEIU.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the National Deputy Political Director and the incumbent works independently.
Education and Experience
At least three to five years of specific work experience and/or a combination of education and experience in electoral campaigns, legislative battles or union organizing, that would provide for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of political campaign strategies, planning and execution
- Knowledge and experience in use of polling, research, targeting, direct mail, opposition research
- Knowledge and experience with managing voter contact and field campaigns
- Knowledge and experience working with voter files, VAN and voter targeting
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships and to work in a team
- Demonstrated ability to maintain working relationships with key stakeholders
- Ability to manage and assess multiple high-priority programs and priorities in different states
- Experience managing a program budget and implementing strategic plans
- Ability to manage and help develop electoral and grassroots campaign plans, logistics and timelines
- Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Ability to work with leaders, staff, partners and operate with a high level of judgment and discretion.
Specialized Knowledge and Training:
The Area Political Director position requires a high level of proven leadership and judgment and must demonstrate knowledge of grassroots political organizing. S/he/they must have experience in developing and implementing comprehensive political plans. Additionally, S/he/they must have the capacity to work independently with elected SEIU leaders and staff in complex political situations.
Experience working in diverse work environments preferred. Women and people of color urged to apply. Bilingual skills a plus.
Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in headquarters and in the field and long and extended hours and travel are required.
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy top notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, competitive salaries, generous holidays and vacation policies, and both a pension plan and a 401(K) Plan.
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SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Assistant Director of Communications for Politics Grade: MGT E- Annual Pay: $104,389/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
Directs and provides overall leadership to all SEIU political communications, including digital and media work, to support priorities for growth and improving working families’ lives and communities. Involves members and the public in achieving those goals, and works to brand SEIU as the national union on key political issues.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Directs communications strategy and execution of communications work for SEIU’s political campaigns and initiatives.
- Directs, develops, and drives both proactive and daily rapid response communications focused on winning the public debate over SEIU’s key political campaigns at the national and/or state level, among elites, opinion-makers, and candidates for office.
- Directs and coordinates all communications work with electoral coalitions and strategic political partners.
- Serves as primary press contact at national level on political issues and campaigns. Focus includes all print and electronic national media, national columnists, news magazines and shows, Capitol Hill media, commentators. Will also lead other direct communications aimed at elite and opinion-maker audience.
- Supervises other SEIU communications staff and consultants assigned to national level work on political campaigns, and directs SEIU communications staff focused on in-state communications in priority congressional districts, and for state-wide or national elections. Works with the digital team to integrate online strategies and initiatives.
Overall SEIU Communications
- Helps to develop and implement overall SEIU strategy as part of the International union’s communications lead management team.
- Directs strategies and activities to improve the public image and visibility of the labor movement and SEIU and to maintain effective relations with national and local media.
Management and Administration
- Coordinates with the Executive Office, political department and field on strategies, budgets, resource allocation, staffing, and other issues.
- Serves as surrogate for the National Communications Director in a wide variety of settings.
- Serves as part of the senior management team of SEIU’s Communications Department.
- Serves as part of the senior management team of SEIU’s Political Department.
- Helps manage the Communications Department, including planning, budgeting, and project management, and coordinates with departments and field on those issues.
- Directs vendor management for political communications work.
- Prepares and monitors political communications budget, including budgets for campaigns and for digital communications
- Directs allocation of staff team resources.
- Directs recruiting, reviewing, and recommending hiring for all political communications staff.
- Directly responsible for retention of political and legislative communications staff, including training, feedback, reviews, skill and career development.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of the work of the department.
Contacts:
Must be able to represent the International Union with local leaders, members, staff, and outside organizations utilizing independent judgment and the highest level of professionalism.
Interfaces with highest level organizational and external contacts, including:
- SEIU officers, division leadership, International senior staff, project and program managers, field and organizing directors, local union officers and staff.
- External: news media, politicians, government officials, elites, partners and allies.
- Vendors: consultants, pollsters, freelancers, video and multi-media producers, advertising agencies.
Ensures that sophisticated choices are made about appropriate vendors and support services.
Direction and Decision Making:
Reports to the National Communications Director, and works with extreme independence.
- Must have demonstrated ability to manage own work and work of others without supervision.
- Requires a high level of judgment and ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Must use a high level of judgment and discretion in resolving problems within the Communications Department, the division, and throughout SEIU.
- Must maintain the highest level of confidentiality in handling SEIU affairs.
- Must be able to work with International and local union elected leaders and senior staff in complex and sometimes politically sensitive situations.
- Must be able to act and organize time with extreme independence.
- Must be able to handle multiple “priority” projects simultaneously and set and meet deadlines, and ensure that staff team does the same.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in communications-related field required. Eight or more years of experience in communications or related work, including at least five years managing strategy, planning, and program development, or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Experience developing and implementing strategy on political campaigns and a wide range of other campaigns, including organizing, contract, and legislative, as well as experience working with community allies.
- Thorough and extensive knowledge of media relations strategies.
- Thorough knowledge of electronic and print media systems. Knowledge of advertising techniques and familiarity with all aspects of literature, audio-visual, and online production process required.
- Excellent writing, verbal, and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated capacity to continuously develop knowledge and skills related to use of rapidly changing technology.
- Knowledge of unions or other advocacy organizations.
- Skill in the use of personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting, but job may require work in the field or in other settings to perform the tasks required to complete assignments. Must be available for frequent travel with overnight stays. Long and irregular hours.
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy top notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, competitive salaries, generous holidays and vacation policies, and both a pension plan and a 401(K) Plan.
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SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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CHANGE TO WIN
Job Title: Assistant General Counsel Annual Pay: 80K-100K/YR
Location: New York or Washington, DC
Change to Win is seeking an Assistant General Counsel in New York or Washington, DC provide cutting edge legal research and strategic guidance to support campaigns that challenge the power and conduct of America’s largest corporations.
This position demands creativity and resourcefulness, as the Assistant General Counsel is called upon to engage a wide variety of cutting edge legal issues, challenging legal questions, and areas of the law. The Assistant General Counsel conducts legal research and develops campaign strategy in collaboration with Change to Win and affiliate legal, research, organizing and communications staff on a range of subject areas including corporate accountability, competition/antitrust, consumer protection, civil rights, and employment/workplace issues. The Assistant General Counsel is also responsible for crafting regulatory complaints at the state and national level, advocating directly with agencies and regulators, and collaborating with affiliates and allies on public policy and legislation.
Change to Win is a dynamic coalition of North America’s most progressive labor unions and a leading force for social, racial and economic justice in our country. We engage in campaigns that confront corporations to make them take responsibility for business practices that harm workers and consumers in the U.S. and globally.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and review on strategies and tactics related to organizing and corporate responsibility campaigns
- Research and develop new legal theories to advance worker and consumer rights and protections
- Advocate directly to regulators for enforcement action, policy reforms and rulemaking
- Assist workers in their efforts to change their workplaces
- Provide advice on the drafting of federal and state legislation
- Help develop public messaging of campaigns
- Collaborate with union affiliates, outside law firms and other external allies
Job Qualifications:
- Law degree and at least 4 years of post-law school legal experience
- Have a passion for justice and a strong commitment to workers’ rights
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Ability to drive ideas, collaborate and manage initiatives
- A driver’s license and travel required
- Judicial clerkship a plus
- Law firm experience a plus
Compensation: $80-$100k plus excellent benefits. Women and people of color are strongly urged to apply. CtW does not discriminate in any of its programs, procedures or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
How to Apply: Email cover letter, resume and writing sample. Please reference Assistant General Counsel in the subject line.
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SEIU (The Service Employees International Union)
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Union Organizer-in-Training / Health Care Campaigns
Fluency in Spanish & English is required.
Oakland, CA
We are seeking energetic and passionate individuals interested in starting social justice careers in labor organizing.
For 100 years, SEIU has been helping workers stand up for their rights, fighting for dignity, respect and better conditions in workplaces and communities. With a membership 2.1 million strong, SEIU is the fastest-growing union in the United States and our diverse leaders and staff support workers as they speak out for good jobs and better lives for themselves and their families.
The SEIU Organizer-in-Training (OIT) Program is a 12-month training program. As an Organizer-in-Training with the SEIU, you will be assigned to organizing campaigns, trained on the fundamentals of union organizing and will have the opportunity to learn the skills needed to help workers build power in the workplace. The OIT program trains labor organizers to assist and empower non-union workers to join unions and is different from other training programs that focus on developing political/electoral or community organizing skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting broad and intensive outreach efforts to non-union workers.
- Building one-on-one relationships with workers.
- Identifying, recruiting and developing worker leaders.
- Conducting individual and group meetings with workers to move organizing campaigns forward.
- Engaging, motivating and mobilizing workers to take action.
- Planning and carrying out actions and events to support worker organizing efforts.
Required Qualifications:
- Fluency in Spanish & English is required.
- Demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice.
- Ability and willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
- Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills.
- Basic computer literacy and ability to learn the organization’s technology tools.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Willingness to conduct work site and home visits.
- Strong planning, time-management and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and an automobile for business use.
- Ability and willingness to travel on a frequent and extensive basis is required.
- If offered an Organizer-in-Training position, you will be required to relocate to Oakland, CA . Relocation costs are not covered by SEIU.
Compensation:
- Salary and benefits are set by collective bargaining agreement. Salary is $49,920/annual and benefits include fully employer-paid health benefits package, $570/month car allowance, $60/month cell phone allowance, and other benefits outlined in the policies of SEIU and the staff union contract. This is a full-time, salaried, over-time exempt position.
Application Requirements:
A cover letter is required for all applications. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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SEIU (The Service Employees International Union)
Bilingual (Tagalog/English or Spanish/English) Union Organizer-in-Training / Health Care Campaigns
Fluency in Tagalog & English or Spanish &English is required.
Los Angeles, CA
We are seeking energetic and passionate individuals interested in starting social justice careers in labor organizing.
For 100 years, SEIU has been helping workers stand up for their rights, fighting for dignity, respect and better conditions in workplaces and communities. With a membership 2.1 million strong, SEIU is the fastest-growing union in the United States and our diverse leaders and staff support workers as they speak out for good jobs and better lives for themselves and their families.
The SEIU Organizer-in-Training (OIT) Program is a 12-month training program. As an Organizer-in-Training with the SEIU, you will be assigned to organizing campaigns, trained on the fundamentals of union organizing and will have the opportunity to learn the skills needed to help workers build power in the workplace. The OIT program trains labor organizers to assist and empower non-union workers to join unions and is different from other training programs that focus on developing political/electoral or community organizing skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting broad and intensive outreach efforts to non-union workers.
- Building one-on-one relationships with workers.
- Identifying, recruiting and developing worker leaders.
- Conducting individual and group meetings with workers to move organizing campaigns forward.
- Engaging, motivating and mobilizing workers to take action.
- Planning and carrying out actions and events to support worker organizing efforts.
Required Qualifications:
- Fluency in Tagalog & English or Spanish & English is required.
- Demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice.
- Ability and willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
- Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills.
- Basic computer literacy and ability to learn the organization’s technology tools.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Willingness to conduct work site and home visits.
- Strong planning, time-management and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and an automobile for business use.
- Ability and willingness to travel on a frequent and extensive basis is required.
- If offered an Organizer-in-Training position, you will be required to relocate to Los Angeles, CA . Relocation costs are not covered by SEIU.
Compensation:
- Salary and benefits are set by collective bargaining agreement. Salary is $49,920/annual and benefits include fully employer-paid health benefits package, $570/month car allowance, $60/month cell phone allowance, and other benefits outlined in the policies of SEIU and the staff union contract. This is a full-time, salaried, over-time exempt position.
Application Requirements:
A cover letter is required for all applications. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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SEIU (The Service Employees International Union)
Bilingual (Tagalog/English) Union Organizer-in-Training / Health Care Campaigns
Fluency in Tagalog & English is required.
Oakland, CA
We are seeking energetic and passionate individuals interested in starting social justice careers in labor organizing.
For 100 years, SEIU has been helping workers stand up for their rights, fighting for dignity, respect and better conditions in workplaces and communities. With a membership 2.1 million strong, SEIU is the fastest-growing union in the United States and our diverse leaders and staff support workers as they speak out for good jobs and better lives for themselves and their families.
The SEIU Organizer-in-Training (OIT) Program is a 12-month training program. As an Organizer-in-Training with the SEIU, you will be assigned to organizing campaigns, trained on the fundamentals of union organizing and will have the opportunity to learn the skills needed to help workers build power in the workplace. The OIT program trains labor organizers to assist and empower non-union workers to join unions and is different from other training programs that focus on developing political/electoral or community organizing skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting broad and intensive outreach efforts to non-union workers.
- Building one-on-one relationships with workers.
- Identifying, recruiting and developing worker leaders.
- Conducting individual and group meetings with workers to move organizing campaigns forward.
- Engaging, motivating and mobilizing workers to take action.
- Planning and carrying out actions and events to support worker organizing efforts.
Required Qualifications:
- Fluency in Tagalog & English is required.
- Demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice.
- Ability and willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
- Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills.
- Basic computer literacy and ability to learn the organization’s technology tools.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Willingness to conduct work site and home visits.
- Strong planning, time-management and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
- Possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and an automobile for business use.
- Ability and willingness to travel on a frequent and extensive basis is required.
- If offered an Organizer-in-Training position, you will be required to relocate to Oakland, CA . Relocation costs are not covered by SEIU.
Compensation:
- Salary and benefits are set by collective bargaining agreement. Salary is $49,920/annual and benefits include fully employer-paid health benefits package, $570/month car allowance, $60/month cell phone allowance, and other benefits outlined in the policies of SEIU and the staff union contract. This is a full-time, salaried, over-time exempt position.
Application Requirements:
A cover letter is required for all applications. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Organizing Coordinator III Annual Pay: $93,203/YR
Location: Denver, CO
Purpose:
To represent and assist the International Union in achieving the Division/Region Organizing Program, to take responsibility for developing and implementing strategic organizing campaigns within a division or region, oversee all aspects of the strategic campaigns including developing the campaign strategy, managing employer relationships, supervising and training staff, staff development, budget, campaign communications, and political action.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for major division/regional organizing programs and performs a wide range of duties and responsibilities which may encompass many of those included in the Organizing Coordinator II job description. In addition, the Organizing Coordinator III will routinely:
- Works with Division leadership to develop and implement a strategic organizing program within a sector nationally involving multiple campaigns, coordination with local unions, and all other aspects of the campaign.
- Supervises and supports field staff in the sector campaign to plan and achieve goals. Assures integration of the work with local unions, community organizations, and other SEIU departments including field staff, communications, government affairs, capital stewardship, etc.
- Develops and maintains relationships with employers including negotiating agreements, implementing agreements, and resolving conflicts.
- Oversees staff development program for the division/region, evaluates the needs of the division, implements the program including training managers, tracking progress, and coordinating with the national staff development program.
- Reports on progress of the campaign regularly.
- Performs other duties as required to support the division program.
Contacts:
Includes SEIU Divisions and departments, local leaders and staff, SEIU members as well as political leaders, community organizations which partner with SEIU, targeted employers.
Direction and Decision Making:
The Organizing Coordinator III must be able to work independently and effectively represent the division. This position reports to the Division Organizing Director.
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field or equivalent formal training including five (5) years of supervisory experience or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Strong knowledge and experience in labor organizing and related labor-advocacy work
- Knowledge of bargaining, organizing and organizational management
- Advanced knowledge of the labor, industry/sector and key public policy issues
- Ability to execute campaign goals and objectives, to work effectively with local leaders, and carry out required objectives
- Extensive experience directing large, complex external union organizing campaigns, developing strategy, managing staff, and coordinating resources
- Demonstrated experience working independently in complex political situations
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
- Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
- Ability to handle multiple “priority” projects and meet established timelines
- Ability to use personal computer and a Microsoft Office programs.
Working Conditions:
The Organizing Coordinator III must be available for regular and/or long-term travel over large geographic areas. The position often requires temporary assignments away from home as well as long and irregular hours.
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy top notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, competitive salaries, generous holidays and vacation policies, and both a pension plan and a 401(K) Plan.
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SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
LOCAL 1000
Job Title: Communications Director Salary Range: $95,000 to $150,525
Location: Sacramento, CA
SEIU Local 1000 is the largest state worker union in the country, representing 95,000 state employees
throughout California. Our mission is to engage, mobilize and represent both our members and our
communities to achieve social and economic justice for all. The person selected to join our leadership team
will share our goal of fighting for all working people and our vision for the future of the labor movement.
We’re searching for a Communications Director who brings extensive experience in crafting winning
messages and strategies in a progressive campaign and or advocacy setting, fluency in 21st century tactics
and a record of success directing rapid response and crisis communications efforts.
You’ll lead a team of eight communications specialists and work closely with the leadership of the union to
engage and mobilize key internal and external audiences for organizing, representation, bargaining, and
political and legislative campaigns. Local 1000’s Communications Department is a full-service operation
responsible for print, design, digital, video and earned media communications, as well as event production.
Duties:
• Develop and implement Local 1000’s internal and external strategic communications plans, including in
the areas of press, graphic design, mail and digital communications.
• Produce and supervise the production of newsletters, website, social media content, press releases,
public remarks and speeches, fliers, brochures, op-eds, talking points, letters to the editor and other
materials.
• Oversee proactive earned media and digital campaigns that reinforce, protect and expand awareness of
the union’s branding and mission.
• Work closely with Officers and staff to create short-term and long-term campaign plans, in addition to
communications strategies for increasing the size, strength, activism and savvy of our union membership.
• Manage processes, projects and a team of eight staff to support, meet and exceed deadlines, goals, and
expectations.
• Serve as chief speech writer for union officers.
• Attend frequent special events, some of which occur in the evenings and/or weekends and require
overnight travel.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following Qualifications:
• 5-7 years experience in political campaign and progressive advocacy communications, branding and
media relations.
• Proven record of success directing rapid response and crisis communications efforts.
• Extensive on the record media experience.
• Familiarity with social media strategy and digital best practices.
• Project management experience, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet
established deadlines.
• Experience in designing and implementing strategic communications plans for organizing and political
campaigns, as well as collective bargaining.
• Excellent writing, editing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Familiarity with local and national media.
• Proficiency with both PC and Mac-based word-processing tools.
• 3-5 years’ experience supervising people and processes.
• Degree in media, communications, marketing, writing, or related area.
Who We Represent
SEIU Local 1000 represents 95,000 California state employees in nine different bargaining units.
Represented employees include professionals, educators, nurses and administrative and support
employees. Local 1000 has approximately 200 employees who work in six offices throughout the state
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for us, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Local 1199NW
Job Title: Communications Director Annual Pay: $90,000-120,000/YR
Location: Renton, WA
SEIU Healthcare 1199NW is the largest healthcare union in Washington State, and our mission
is to win quality healthcare, social justice and good jobs for all. We are looking for an
experienced senior-level communications director to provide strategic communications
development and direction for union, community and political campaigns and lead our
communications department. If you want to work in a fast-paced, action-oriented organization
fighting for a more just and compassionate world, this job is for you.
Purpose:
The applicant must have at least 5 years experience working in communications for a progressive
organization, elected official or union, using both traditional and online platforms.
The applicant must be an excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills, excellent writing,
analytical and messaging skills, successful experience in both personnel and project
management, and extensive experience in both internal and external communications.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Leads the Communications Department, including strategic planning, budgeting, and
project management, in coordination with the Officers and other senior staff;
- Directs development and delivery of campaign communications, member
communications, media outreach and capacity building;
- Leads all aspects of the union’s communications including literature, advertising, social
media, video, press relations and promotional items.
- Develops messaging and communications for use in bargaining, organizing, political and
community campaigns in consultation with other staff;
- Coordinates with the Officers, Political, Legislative and other senior staff on political
strategies, legislative priorities, polling, budgets, resource allocations, staffing, and other
issues;
- Recruits, develops, trains and supervises communications staff;
- Supervises the work of communications staff and consultants;
- Stewards the brand and reputation of the union;
- Develops and directs outreach to national, statewide and local news media;
- Directs development and implementation of ways to use new technology for campaign, communications and media.
- Other duties as assigned
- Reports to President and other officers as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- 5 years experience working in communications for a progressive organization, elected
official or labor union;
- Deep commitment to workers’ rights, social justice and progressive values;
Demonstrated high level of judgment and ability to take initiative and work
independently;
- Extensive knowledge and successful experience in communications strategies in support
of worker bargaining, organizing, community and/or grass roots leverage campaigns;
Extensive knowledge of legislative and political communications strategies preferred;
Experience in working with polling firms and translating polling results to effective
messaging;
- Excellent writing, verbal, visual and analytical skills;
- Extensive experience using social media in campaigns;
- A positive, solutions-oriented, can-do attitude and enthusiasm for leading teams;
- Demonstrated knowledge of electronic and print media systems, advertising and
messaging techniques, production of printed and audiovisual materials;
- Demonstrated ability to manage effective relationships with union leaders and staff,
members, news media, and allied organizations and maintain a high union profile;
- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred.
- Must be available for travel. Long and irregular hours are routine;
- Compensation: Competitive salary and excellent benefits.
Relocation package available for the right candidate
SEIU Healthcare 1199NW is an equal opportunity employer committed to organizational
equity and inclusion. People of Color, women, and LGBTQ individuals are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for us, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
NFFWU
Job Title: Regional Communications Specialist Annual Pay: $55,000/YR
Fight for $15 and a Union Campaign
Location: Raleigh-Durham
Job Type: Full Time
Reports To: Director of Communications
Supervises: This position does not supervise staff.
Purpose of Position: The SEIU-NFFWU Regional Communications Specialist is responsible for assisting in communications support of organizing, political action, and other activities of NFFWU and affiliate unions. S/he will have direct responsibility for developing and coordinating communications strategy, media relations, and messaging for campaign and other union projects. This is a bargaining unit position.
About SEIU NFFWU
SEIU NFFWU is working to expand the movement and deepen the successful fights to raise employment standards and unite workers in organizing their union in the fast food industry through national, state and community campaigns.
SEIU NFFWU is affiliated with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which has more than 2 million members in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. NFFWU is united with those 2.2 million members in a shared belief in the dignity of workers, the value of their work, and in a commitment to a more just and humane society.
Primary Responsibilities:
(Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Manages media relations in coordination with community coalition and spokespeople.
- Identifies and builds trusting relationships with worker-leaders, as spokespeople, in conjunction with organizers.
- Develops strong public spokespeople to confidently speak on union issues to community, coworkers, and in media interviews.
- Writes talking points, speeches, leaflets, press materials, letters to the editor, op-eds, background pieces and other collateral materials as needed.
- Coordinates with staff and contract staff regarding campaign photo/video needs and delivers a variety of testimony and action clips.
- Manages campaign event logistics and communications, i.e. strategy, message, location, signage, visuals, materials, media outreach, spokesperson prep, interviews event flow and agenda.
- Monitors media coverage of the union, answers inquiries from the news media, maintains clipping files, makes recommendations to improve media coverage.
- Performs other duties as required to support the local and its mission.
- Must have demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage own work and work of others without supervision.
- Must use a high level of judgment and discretion in resolving problems.
- Must maintain a high level of confidentiality in handling SEIU NFFWU affairs.
- Must be able to handle multiple “priority” projects simultaneously and set and meet deadlines, and ensure that staff team does the same.
- Must be able to perform proactive media outreach; maintain good working relationships with journalists; and generate positive media coverage.
- Must be able to work effectively with members, unorganized workers, the media, and community allies.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field. Three years of related work experience or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Experience developing and implementing strategy on a wide range of campaigns, including organizing, contract, political, and legislative, as well as experience working with community allies.
- Thorough knowledge of media relations strategies.
- Thorough knowledge of electronic and print media systems.
- Excellent writing, verbal, and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated capacity to continuously develop knowledge and skills related to use of rapidly changing technology.
- Knowledge of unions or other advocacy organizations.
- Skill in the use of personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Long and extended hours and travel may be required.
Benefits:
SEIU NFFWU staff enjoys top notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, competitive salaries, generous holiday and vacation policies, and a 401(K) Plan.
SEIU NFFWU is an Equal Opportunity employer that values and respects the diversity of its staff. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
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SEIU (The Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: COOP STUDENT (Temporary Full Time)- SPRING Hourly Pay: $22 per HOUR.
Location: Washington, D.C.
2019 SEIU LAW STUDENT PROGRAM
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) has openings for part-time law clerks and full- and part-time externsfor Spring 2019 and for full-time law clerks for the Summer of 2019.
SEIU is a progressive, dynamic, and growing labor organization representing over 2 million members in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada, principally in the property service, public service, and health care fields. Attorneys in SEIU’s Legal Department engage in innovative lawyering to further the organization's interests in organizing new workers, improving working conditions, engaging in political action, and achieving social justice. This includes representation of SEIU in litigation before courts and administrative agencies involving the National Labor Relations Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, election campaign finance laws, and local and state labor relations statutes.
Law clerks and externs in the SEIU Legal Department conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, work with attorneys on pending litigation, attend hearings and conferences, and meet with union leaders.
Law clerks and externs are generally assigned to work in the Legal Department in Washington, D.C. Nevertheless, a full-time law clerk may be assigned to work at a field location.
Law clerks are paid $22/hour. Externs receive credit from their law schools.
We are interested in candidates with a demonstrated commitment to workers’ rights and social change. The successful applicant will have a strong academic background with excellent writing and researching skills. Completion of a basic labor law course is preferred but not required. Please note clerk positions are open only to current law students.
Applications should be submitted on www.seiu.org/jobs and include a cover letter, resume, short writing sample, references, and law school transcript.
SEIU is an equal opportunity employer.
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Credit Card Program Specialist Grade: PS-1 Annual Pay : $60,992.13/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
This position is responsible for the administration of the system-wide corporate travel and expense program. This includes oversight, training, reconciliation and reporting of activities associated with the existing travel platform, including Concur. This position heavily involves collaborating, communicating, and driving system compliance of Accounts Payable policies, procedures and initiatives related to Corporate Travel and Expense reimbursement and reporting. This role functions at a high level of Accounts Payable and system administration knowledge, coupled with the ability to provide guidance to others while offering superior customer service on a daily basis.
Primary Responsibilities:
(Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Manages SEIU’s corporate purchasing card program including: issuance, renewal, modification, cancellation, records retention, distribution lists, compliance issues, and customer service (credit limit increases, policy interpretation, exception transaction processing, etc.) while maintaining audit controls
- Execute detailed reviews of employee corporate and purchasing card transactions, identifying violations to the corporate T&E Policy, analyzing spending trends, consulting with employees on transactions, and generating detailed reporting of spending patterns and policy exceptions
- Day to day liaison with credit card company, regarding accounts and product updates
- Provide initial and ongoing cardholder training, including quarterly presentations and assist with developing training aids
- Provide daily support to cardholders and other groups, including Data & Technology, Human Resources, and credit card administrators, to assist with questions and problems related to corporate and purchasing card transactions, and related policies
- Corporate Account Reconciliation administration (monthly reconciliation, add new users, etc.) This includes working with the other members of the AP team regarding the overall CAR process
- Perform random transaction audits to ensure policy compliance
- Develop, track, and report program progress against goals and metrics, on a monthly basis
- Prepares and executes all transactions in a way that ensures that Generally Accepted Accounting Practices, SEIU’s policies, IRS regulations and Department of Labor requirements are met.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Accounts Payable Manager.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting; and three (3) years of experience in financial reporting, budgeting or accounting.
Equivalency:
H.S. diploma or GED; and five (5) years of work experience in Accounts Payable functions.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with SEIU managers and administrative staff in both written and oral presentation
- Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and effectively organize work in a changing environment
- Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to principals
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software – Excel, Word
- Ability to analyze basic financial reports
- General customer service skills and ability to build relationships easily
- Ability to review large amounts of transaction data and analyze for problems
- Ability to think critically and analytically to troubleshoot problems and build processes
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with SEIU managers and administrative staff in both written and oral presentation
Tests:
Microsoft Excel (intermediate level required; expert preferred)
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting.
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy top notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, competitive salaries, generous holidays and vacation policies, and both a pension plan and a 401(K) Plan.
This position is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and as such the incumbent is bound by the language of said agreement and party to all benefits, dues and requirements associated with being a member of a union and the (CBA).
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Relocation costs are not covered by SEIU.
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SEIU (The Service Employees International Union)
Data and Technology Department Intern
LOCATION: Washington, D.C.
DURATION OF INTERNSHIP: Summer internship (start and end date are flexible). This is a part time internship. Part-time academic year interns will work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Summary: Service Employee International Union (SEIU), the nation's fastest growing labor organization representing more than 2 million workers, is seeking part-time intern in the Washington, D.C. office’s Data & Technology Department.
SEIU’s Data and Technology Departments is responsible for database and technology management of SEIU’s membership data. The Department is currently pioneering innovative technological solutions in the labor movement, relying on cloud platforms such as AWS to build an effective and agile membership program. This internship offers an opportunity for data and analysis work in the Data & Technology department.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assist SEIU’s Data & Technology Department staff on various data standardization and hygiene efforts, integrating data from different database sources. Some aspects of this project include:
- Aiding in day to day tasks of the department
- Work with senior management to identify strategic opportunities for impact
- Analyzing data and creating visual reports for senior management
- Assist with data acquisition, clean up, standardization and manual data entry.
Primary Requirements:
- Graduation from high school and currently enrolled in an academic program.
- Interest in labor and membership organizations, data, analysis, and data visualization
- Comfortable with long periods of concentration paying attention to the smallest details in the data
- Flexibility in handling different types of tasks
- Ability to handle multiple assignments in a timely manner
- Ability to work well in groups and individually
- Positive Attitude
- Ability to follow instructions well
SEIU’s Data & Technology Department interns will work in Washington, D.C and will receive a stipend.
Application Instructions: Please submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and availability.
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Deputy Director of Government Relations Grade: MGT F - Annual Salary: $116,915/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose: The Deputy Director of Government Relations is responsible for assisting the Director to oversee the legislative and policy programs for the Service Employees International Union, a 2-million-member organization dedicated to improving lives of workers and their families.
SEIU’s legislative and policy programs aim to build a more just society, including efforts to raise wages and build power for working people, to win racial justice, to reform our immigration system and to take on the impact of excessive corporate power on our democracy, economy and environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
In consultation with the Director, work with the Officers and local unions to develop and drive the union’s legislative and policy platform and agenda.
Lead the union’s State and Local legislative initiatives, including directly supervising the integrated campaigns team.
Ensure SEIU’s agenda supports the union’s plan to grow and build power for working people.
Oversees communication and advocacy with elected officials on the International Union’s legislative and policy program, including state and local officials and Members of Congress and their staff.
Coordinate with key strategic partners on campaigns and state and local infrastructure, including other labor unions, advocacy organizations and community organizing networks.
Act as spokesperson and representative for the Union on legislative and policy matters
Assist the Director with the Department’s staff development and organizational equity work, including planning staff meetings, training and development.
Manage or represent Department on union-wide projects, such as annual member and staff conferences or Conventions.
Hire and supervise staff and consultants; oversee, develop and evaluate individual workplans; manage and promote staff development.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned in support of the work of the department
Contacts:
All SEIU Staff and Departments, state council and local union political directors and leaders, federal and state political leaders, policy analysts and other coalition partners and allies.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Director of Government Relations and works independently.
Education and Experience:
Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in political science, public policy, public relations or related field is preferred, or equivalent experience.
A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in legislative and policy work, union leadership, organizing or campaign related work.
Knowledge of public policy legislative process on a federal, state and local level, and a proven ability to advocate for legislative and policy change with the government.
Knowledge of the labor movement and its partners and allied movements.
Proven ability to develop and maintain a variety of relationships on a variety of levels.
Experience with issue, organizing or political campaigns.
Ability to hire, develop and manage staff on various levels, with proven experience building an equitable and inclusive staff.
Excellent planning and organizational skills, including strategic planning, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely manner and keep track of a variety of projects.
Ability to analyze issues, define problems and propose creative solutions in political and legislative environments.
Excellent oral and written communications skills, and ability to make presentations, plan and develop materials and conferences (including leadership and staff training).
Ability to inspire confidence of others with personal authority, leadership skills and a collegial work style.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting, but may be required to work in other settings conducive to performing the tasks required to complete assignments. Travel and long and extended hours required.
Application Requirements:
A resume is required for all applications and a cover letter is highly suggested. Your cover letter should explain your reason for wanting to work for SEIU, an example of how you demonstrated success in a similar position and a description of how this position fits into your long-term career plan.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy top notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, competitive salaries, generous holidays and vacation policies, and both a pension plan and a 401(K) Plan.
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SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
