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SEIU Benefit Funds (Service Employees International Union)
Location: Washington, D.C.
Job Title Contributions Compliance Technician (All Funds) Grade: TS-5 Annual Pay: $54,038.36 /YR
Purpose
This position is responsible for monitoring, posting, balancing and posting all incoming contributions and reports and maintains and updates the contribution and census database for all Pension Funds administered by the SEIU Benefit Funds 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 employer
- Updates the SEIU Benefit Funds’ Collection Department database for participant contribution and census data through manual data entry and electronic file transfer
- Updates the SEIU Benefit Funds’ 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 Funds’ Collections Department
- Tracks and monitors employer delinquencies, credits and payment plans. Refers delinquent employer accounts to management for collection
- Prepares monthly and annual compliance reports as assigned
- 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
- Works with financial institutions, other Fund Staff, participants and employers on an ongoing basis to resolve issues as related to contributions and employer compliance
- Acts as liaison between the SEIU Benefit Funds’ Collections and Benefits Processing Departments to ensure participants contributions are accurate
- Collaborates with the SEIU Benefit Funds’ 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
- Assists with implementation of software
- Assists with clerical function of the SEIU Benefit Funds
- Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission
Direction and Decision Making
This position reports to the Collections 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
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SEIU Benefit Funds is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title:Coordinator of Strategic Development & Training Grade: MGT D- Annual Pay $94,601
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
The Coordinator of Strategic Development and Training leads in the development of targeted training and education programs and tools to support the capacity-building work of the DC team with local unions, campaigns and programs. This position will bear major responsibility for helping to design and implement education and development programs related to the Data Systems and Analytics department.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIE (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.)
- Designs training and development programs for local and IU technologists.
- Determines training objectives by conducting analysis of overall needs and specific skill or knowledge gaps.
- Develop technical training courses for various levels (beginners, intermediate and advanced) to increase the technological abilities of non-technical staff at SEIU and locals.
- Conducts trainings for local union staff, members and international staff on a wide range of topics related to the Data Systems and Analytics department.
- Advises and supports SEIU leadership development programs.
- Assists the Assistant Director of Data Capacity in the development of team work plans and strategy for achieving the union’s goals around staff development.
- Coordinates department work with other departments/division as needed; advocates for department priorities in cross-departmental efforts.
- Builds committees of staff that innovate in the area of technologist development.
- Manages the Data Systems and Analytics materials and identity on teach.seiu.org.
- Serves as an advocate for data and analytics in planning stages with stakeholders.
- Coordinates DSA communication to Local and IU Organizers and Technologists.
- Coordinating DSA training plan with other training entities at the International Union.
- Measures improvements at the end of courses.
- Gathers feedback from trainees and recommend suggestions to the learning process.
- Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
Contacts:
Includes SEIU staff, affiliate staff, local union staff, SEIU field staff, and outside partners.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Director of Data Capacity, will work closely with the division/campaign staff, analytics and engineering branch of the DSA Team. Works with minimal supervision.
A high level of judgment, ability to take initiatives.
Must be able to handle multiple priority projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; at least 3 to 5 years relevant experience; or a combination of relevant educational work experiences that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Knowledge and experience of basic principles and skills involved in internal organizing, leadership development, campaign planning and implementation.
- High level of experience in facilitating online and offline technical trainings.
- Experience writing curricula.
- Experience with a content management system (CMS).
- Working knowledge and experience with campaign-related data work including specific proficiencies in Excel, SQL, and databases and toolsets commonly used in progressive organizing, such as NGPVAN, Catalist, mass and P2P messaging, mass email, social media, etc. Specialized skills in supporting campaign data operations are a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to manage relationships in complex political and organizational situations.
- High level of individual motivation, ability to set and meet clear deadlines.
- Commitment to union’s mission.
Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Extended hours and travel may be required.
Ability to work effectively with a team that includes remote colleagues via phone, Skype/Google Hangout, and other digital communications.
Application Requirements:
A resume and cover letter are 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.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy excellent 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 defined benefit 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: Deputy Director, Midwest/State Power Program Grade: MGT H- Annual Pay $116,915/YR
Location: Washington, DC or Midwest, US
Purpose:
The Deputy Director of the SEIU Midwest/State Power Program is responsible for designing and executing, in collaboration with SEIU locals and State Councils, an integrated program in states covered by the Union’s Midwest/State Power program that unites SEIU’s union political and organizing programs in order to drive the Unions for All demand, expand worker organization, advance our justice fights, and build long term power for workers and communities.
The Midwest/State Power Deputy Director works with SEIU’s elected leaders and other program staff to:
- Develop and implement comprehensive state plans that integrate our political, organizing, and member work to win key elections, drive the Union demand, build a leader-rich SEIU, advance our justice fights, and build long term state power.
- Drive the demand for Unions for All, racial, and economic justice by mobilizing SEIU members and not-yet-union workers to challenge corporate power and demand political intervention to provide all workers the ability to form a union, no matter where they work.
- Advance union organizing campaigns led by SEIU industry divisions and local unions in order to build the organizing capacity of SEIU and organize new workers into the Union.
- Strengthen the political capacity of our local unions and members to hold power at the national, state and local level, including expanding our base of activists, building our internal political fundraising program and improving the skills of our staff and members.
- Build independent political power for SEIU and our partners in a wider movement through developing sustainable civic engagement programs and political organizations, particularly in communities of color.
- Drive our program to elect champions for working families and shift the political debate to focus on agenda that improves the lives of workers and their families and communities.
- Support campaigns to win economic, racial, immigrant and environmental justice and to make unions and worker organization central to the debate at the federal, state and local level, and hold elected officials accountable to those issues.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversees SEIU’s efforts with local unions and elected leaders in Midwest/State Power states to develop and drive programs that build power for SEIU members, not-yet-union workers, and communities.
- Develops and drives SEIU’s integrated political, organizing, and member engagement strategy in collaboration with Director of the Midwest/State Power Program and local unions.
- Works with the Midwest State/Power International Union Officer, Midwest/State Power Director, local union leaders and other senior staff to help shape and set the overall agenda for SEIU’s Midwest/State Power program.
- Engages in-state staff who are responsible for overseeing implementation and adjustment of state plans and are in regular touch with Local Union Leaders and Local Union Staff.
- Recruits, hires, trains, supervises and evaluates staff assigned to Midwest/State Power states when directed to do so by the Director of the Midwest/State Power program.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of the Midwest/State Power Program.
Contacts:
President and Officers, Division/Department Directors, Local Union Leaders. Candidates and key political party leaders and staff; senior political staff at key partners, including other unions, coalition partners and allies and national organizations, outside counsel and consultants, policy and academic representatives and the press.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Director of the Midwest/State Power Program.
Education and Experience:
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in political, organizing or campaign-related work. Degree from an accredited four year college or university is preferred, or experience that is equivalent to a degree.
- Experience in union organizing and comprehensive campaigning and/or building or strengthening other progressive grassroots membership-based organizations
- Knowledge of the labor movement and its partner organizations
- Knowledge of electoral campaign strategy and tactics
- Proven ability to develop and maintain a variety of relationships on a variety of levels.
- The ability to manage staff on various levels and problem solve decisively and quickly.
- Ability to hire, supervise and develop staff at all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely manner and keep track of a variety of projects.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills, including strategic planning.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to make presentations, plan and develop materials and conferences
- Ability to inspire confidence of others with personal authority, leadership skills and a collegial work style.
Physical Requirements:
Most work is performed in an office setting, but may be required to work in other settings conducive to performing the tasks required to complete assignments. Substantial travel and extended hours required.
To Apply:
SEIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, political or union affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Digital Impact Coordinator Grade: MGT-C Annual Pay : $83,218/YR
Location varies: DC, NYC, Chicago, St. Louis, Detroit, Raleigh/Durham, Miami.
Purpose:
This position manages SEIU organizing department’s digital communications operations and staff to promote the union’s narrative and organizing work, to further campaign objectives, and to expand Fight for $15 and SEIU’s online audiences and presence. The position reports to the Deputy Digital Impact Director.
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.)
National Digital Media
- Devises national social media strategy and goals as part of the union’s overall digital communications strategy.
- Manages implementation of national and/or organizing social media efforts.
- Manages development of digital strategies for campaigns and projects to ensure that they advance both individual project goals and the union’s overarching goals and strategic direction.
- Creates and oversees the creation of digital content. Manages the work of digital team staff.
- Serves as a key contact for communications with allies, partners, and vendors.
- Manages and creates event digital communications – strategy, message, look and feel, materials, marketing, outreach, various technologies and social media.
- Directly supervises individuals on team as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of promoting digital work.
- Serves as a proxy for the Deputy Digital Impact Director as assigned.
Management and Administration
- Manage digital work for the department focusing on the national organizing work, including planning and project management, and coordinates with other departments and campaigns on those issues.
- Assists with vendor management and oversight for department.
- Prepares, manages and monitors digital ad budget.
- Recruits, reviews and recommends hiring for digital staff.
- Directly responsible for retention of 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 a high level of professionalism.
Interfaces with high level organizational and external contacts, including:
- SEIU officers, International senior staff, project and program managers, field, political and organizing directors, local union officers and staff.
- External: news media, politicians, government officials, partners and allies.
- Vendors: design and production companies, 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 Deputy Digital Impact Director and works with extreme independence.
Education and Experience:
Five to eight 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 digital strategies, including list-building on various platforms, online advertising techniques, web content management, multivariate testing to optimize results, and online organizing.
- Thorough knowledge of electronic media systems. Knowledge of advertising techniques and familiarity with all aspects of literature, audiovisual, 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.
- 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 Organizing Department and throughout SEIU.
- Must maintain a high 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.
- Skill in the use of technology including online organizing and communications platforms.
- Ability to write and proofread Spanish a plus.
- Familiarity with CRMs, Adobe Creative Suite, and other web development tools and applications desired.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting but can be remote. 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 and able to work long and irregular hours.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
NFFWU
Job Title: Regional Digital Organizer Annual Pay: $48,000/YR
Fight for $15 and a Union Campaign
Location: Raleigh-Durham
Job Type: Full Time
Reports To: National Digital Director and City Coordinator
Supervises: This position does not supervise staff
SALARY: Salary is commensurate based on experience.
Position Description:
The SEIU-NFFWU Regional Digital Organizer coordinates digital communications in a region of the country to promote the union's narrative and organizing work, and to further the Fast Food Fight for 15 campaign objectives. This includes graphics, video and other rich media components, as deemed strategic. 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 and 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.)
- Regional Digital Media
- Responsible for coordinating narrative content collection with field directors and partners.
- Organizes live event coverage for regional/national days of action. This may include recruitment, training and the review of live content to ensure message and legal discipline is being employed.
- Devises regional social media strategy and goals as part of the union's overall digital communications strategy.
- Manages implementation of regional organizing social media efforts.
- Manages development of regional digital strategies for campaigns and projects to ensure that they advance both
individual project goals and the union's overarching goals and strategic direction.
- Manages creation of regional digital content
- Provides trainings for staff and fast food worker leaders
- Serves as a contact for regional digital communications with allies, partners, and vendors.
- Manages regional event digital communications - strategy, message, look and feel, materials, marketing, outreach, various technologies and social media.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of promoting digital work.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in communications or related field, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience of related work experience or a combination of education and experience.
- 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 digital strategies, including list-building on various platforms, online advertising techniques, web content management, multivariate testing to optimize results, and online organizing.
- Thorough knowledge of electronic media systems. Knowledge of advertising techniques and familiarity with all aspects of literature, audiovisual 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.
- 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 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.
- Skill in the use of personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to write and proofread Spanish desired.
- Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Content Management System theme development, CRMs, graphic design software, and other web development tools and applications desired.
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 and able to work long and irregular hours.
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 (Service Employees International Union)
LOCAL 509
Job Title: Director of Organizing Annual Pay: $80K to $90K /YR
Location: Marlborough, MA
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
SEIU Local 509 has developed a dynamic and robust organizing program, successfully organizing thousands of private sector human service workers, faculty and graduate students, and family childcare providers in the past few years.
This position is responsible for leading and directing the next phase of the Local’s organizing program. This position requires someone with significant NLRB organizing, strategic campaign development, and supervisory experience.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Works as part of the union’s senior leadership team to develop and implement long term strategic growth plan
- Supervise organizing staff around NLRB organizing campaigns
- Leads planning, strategy, and implementation of all organizing drives
- Develops political and community support for organizing campaigns
- Work with the SEIU Public Sector Division to carry out organizing program in Massachusetts
- Coordinates work with internal organizing staff and officers who represent current members
- Hires, trains, supports and oversees Organizers
- Supervises staff in developing and maintaining organizing committees, including training, guidance, oversight and accountability of staff in performance of their duties
- Coordinate the development of a member organizing committee
- Process organizing petitions and Unfair Labor Practice Complaints related to organizing including investigation, preparation of witnesses and exhibits, and general development of case
- other duties as required
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of the President/Executive Director or his/her designee.
SUPERVISION EXCERCISED
Supervises team of organizers, organizing coordinator, researcher and community organizer
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience leading NLRB organizing campaigns
- The Organizing Director should have at least five years’ experience –preferably running campaigns in both private and public sectors -and three years supervisory experience
- Candidates should have demonstrated experience with NLRB and state election laws and hopefully some experience with nontraditional routes to recognition and collective bargaining
- Knowledge of human service industry, public services, higher education and childcare
- Experience with supervision, team building and leadership development
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Experience with VAN and other organizing databases
- Ability to lead and work with a team
- Excellent organization skills
Salary and Benefits
Salary range is between high 80s to low 90s, including a generous benefit package.
SEIU Local 509 is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity — women, people of color and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
MSEA- Local 1989
Job Title: Director of Politics and Legislation Annual Pay - RANGE: $64,688 to $95,659/ YR
Location: Augusta, ME
MSEA-SEIU Local 1989 is a labor union that currently represents nearly 13,000 workers statewide. Local #1989 has an aggressive political lobbying program based on the premise that political power is critical in order to improve our members’ lives, and for the delivery of quality public services to Maine’s citizens. The Director of Politics and Legislation is the Union’s principle lobbyist before the Legislature and liaison to elected officials. They are responsible for developing and coordinating field mobilization efforts in support of the Union’s electoral and legislative goals and they advise the Board of Directors and Council on matters of public policy.
This is a highly responsible, largely self-directed position responsible for developing and overseeing the union’s efforts to build and exercise power through political action. The Director reports to the Executive Director and participates in the general management of the Union as directed.
Qualifications:
- A proven commitment to improve the lives of Maine’s working families;
- Extensive experience advocating before a legislative or other deliberative body;
- Experience developing and coordinating political campaigns;
- Detailed knowledge of the legislative process;
- Knowledge of state and federal election and campaign finance laws;
- Ability to direct staff and volunteer Member Political Organizers;
- Strong grassroots organizing skills;
- Strong written and oral communications skills;
- Experience with databases such as the Voter Activation Network, Unionware;
- Degree in public policy or relevant experience in lieu of degree;
- Must be willing to work long irregular hours and travel when needed;
- Union or working organizing experience preferred.
Representative duties include, but are not limited to:
- Working with elected leaders and other staff to develop the union’s political plan;
- Developing and coordinating campaign skills training for Member Political Organizers and staff;
- Advising Union leadership on endorsements;
- Acting as a primary liaison with campaigns of endorsed candidates;
- Overseeing the Union’s PASER/COPE fundraising activities;
- Assisting elected leadership and other staff in developing the Union’s legislative program;
- Functioning as the Union’s principle lobbyist before the Maine Legislature by:
- Drafting bills, testimony and other documents;
- Representing the Union before Committees of jurisdiction and other bodies;
- Monitoring legislation of interest to the Union;
- Developing/maintaining relationships with Presiding Officers, Floor Leaders and individual legislators;
- Developing/maintaining relationships with other constituent representatives, as appropriate;
- Directing member lobbying activities;
- Working with Leaders and staff to coordinate field mobilization activities to
- advance the Union’s position regarding electoral campaigns and legislation;
- Advancing the union’s political message with members, the media and the public;
- Manage time, resources and budget for political activities
- Other duties as assigned
MSEA- SEIU is committed to diversity and encourages women and minorities to apply for this position.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Director of State and Local Programs Grade: MGT G Annual Pay: $127,092
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
The position oversees the union’s work with Locals and allies to drive union-wide policy priorities through state and local campaigns across the country and influencing the national issue debate by creating robust legislative programs at the state and local levels.
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.)
- Supervises and develops the State & Local Program staff.
- Creates and implements a strategy to nationalize local and state issue campaigns to reinforce an overarching movement and support change on the federal level.
- Drives support for new and ongoing local and state-based campaigns through case by case support for locals and state councils, in coordination with other programs of the union, including the Divisions, Midwest Initiative and the Political and Organizing Departments. Helps develop new campaigns and programs to meet the union’s priorities.
- Builds a year-round system to organize state and local elected officials including educating them on issues, messaging and how to run winning legislative campaigns.
- Leads state and local partnership work with elected networks and allied organizations, to drive our issue agenda forward.
- Directs the planning for our annual SEIU Legislative and Policy conference
- Partners directly with Officers and senior staff for internal and external meetings and presentations on State & Local Programs.
- Oversees areas of the Government Relations budget related to State & Local programs.
- Carries out general management, supervisory functions and/or special projects as requested by the Government Relations Department leadership.
- Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
Contacts:
Must be able to represent the International Union with local leaders, members, staff, and outside organizations utilizing independent judgment and a high level of professionalism.
Interfaces with high level organizational and external contacts, including:
- SEIU officers, division leadership, International senior staff, project and program managers, field, political, and organizing directors, local union officers and staff.
- External: politicians, government officials, partners and allies.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Director of Government Relations and works independently.
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a degree in public policy, political science or related field, and ten to twelve years of experience in local or state legislative work preferably with time working for a legislator and/or mayor/Governor, and/or the Labor movement including experience with programmatic, budgetary and personnel management.
Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of local and state legislative structure and culture
- Knowledge of budget management
- Knowledge of personnel matters
- Knowledge of unions and their issues
- Knowledge of training and educational methods
- Demonstrated ability to drive national programs amidst divergent local interests.
- Ability to interact with a high degree of comfort with elected officials and staff.
- Ability to evaluate budgets and programs, and make qualitative criticisms.
- Ability to work confidently with senior staff and leadership.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to make formal presentations and write advocacy papers.
- Ability to use personal computer, including on-line research services.
- Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to handle multiple “priority” projects and meet established timelines.
- Ability to work effectively with elected leaders and staff in complex and sometime political situations.
- Ability to conduct training sessions.
- Ability to direct and supervise the work of others
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting, but may be required to work in other settings conducive to the assigned tasks. Travel and long, irregular hours may be required.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Director, Financial Planning and Analysis Grade: MGT F- Annual Pay: $116,915/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
The Position is responsible for managing the Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis team of the Finance Department, and under the guidance of the Deputy Chief Financial Officer is responsible for annual and long term financial planning, budgeting and financial analysis, and the production of periodic financial reports including certain financial statements. The Director also serves as a member of the Finance Department’s senior management team, and works with other senior managers in the department to implement greater efficiencies, better processes, and best practices.
Primary Responsibilities:
(Any one position may not include all 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.)
- Works directly with the CFO, Deputy CFO and other senior managers to implement the highest level of financial management.
- Manages the Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis team
- Works under the direction of the Deputy CFO and along with other senior managers to manage long term and annual planning processes
- Continually innovates to provide the organization with metrics that measure financial results against multiple strategic priorities.
- Works with the entire finance team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and financial policies, including periodic regulatory filings.
- Implements new reporting standards and collaborates with other team members in timely production of financial statements
- Guides department staff in conducting financial analysis which supports programmatic and organizational decision making.
- Collaborates with General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Treasury and Investments Managers to develop policies, and leads on implementing process changes across the department and/or the union.
- Works with the Deputy CFO on upgrades, changes and/or maintenance of the financial data systems within the department.
- Designs and maintains structure and staffing for the Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis team; recruits, employs, trains, supervises and evaluates staff on this team; ensures staff maintain the highest level of skill necessary to meet the department’s needs and objectives; evaluates the performance of team personnel; determines training requirements; determines personnel to be hired or removed from the team.
- Coordinates and prepares pertinent information for internal and external clients (requests for analysis, financial information, reports etc.).
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and is expected to be an active participant within the senior management team of the Finance Department.
Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in business, finance or accounting and seven years’ experience in financial planning and analysis; or a Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting and ten (10) years’ experience in financial planning and analysis. Prior management experience is required, along with the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to manage dynamic teams in a complex environment.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting.
- Experience in analyzing financial performance and developing financial plans for a mid-sized organization.
- Ability to think critically and analytically in linking strategic planning to financial planning.
- 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 senior managers in both written and oral presentations.
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to principals.
- Knowledge of complex financial metrics, accounting principles and processes
- Ability to structure and analyze complex financial reports
- General customer service skills and ability to build relationships easily
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software – Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Some experience with financial analysis and reporting software (e.g. Tableau, Qlik)
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Tests and Certifications:
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Long and extended hours and travel may be required (up to 25%).
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: Education Coordinator Grade: PS-3 Annual Pay : $76,509.20/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose of Position: To represent and assist the International Union with implementing training and education programs in support of building more effective locals and winning campaigns.
Duties and Responsibilities:
In collaboration with the headquarters Together We Rise Department, the Education Coordinator will bear major responsibility for helping to design and implement education programs for Local Union and International Staff. These programs will include new member engagement increasing member leadership and support TWR movement building model, increase membership support for organizing and politics; helping locals implement new models of representation work.
The Education Coordinator will perform a wide range of duties and have many responsibilities including:
Educational Support:
- Assist with the development of curricula for TWR on topics including internal organizing, leadership development, planning and time management, facilitation, basic political economy, and other social justice issues.
- Conduct training sessions for local union staff, members and international staff on a wide range of topics related to TWR.
- Assist with the organization and dissemination of training curricula through on-line sites.
- Implement and maintain a system for tracking and evaluating all education programs.
- Assist with implementation of a program to develop and evaluate a cadre of experienced trainers.
Local Union Support:
- Provide support to local education/member strength directors.
- Assist the Director to Partner with divisions, other departments and locals to develop new curricula and/or adapt existing curricula to specific circumstances and needs.
- Represent SEIU to outside organizations on education and training matters.
Contacts:
SEIU Together We Rise; ILC staff ; SEIU Local leaders and staff, SEIU International Staff and Division Heads.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to, and works closely with, the Member Leadership and Action Education Director.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; 2 years of organizing experience in a union, community organization or issue-driven organization; 2 years of experience in training. All candidates must be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities.
Specialized Knowledge and Training
- Knowledge and understanding of basic principles and skills involved in internal organizing, leadership development, campaign planning and implementation.
- Strong facilitation skills.
- Ability to lead teams and workgroups in creation of new materials.
- Experience with on line and distance-learning tools and programs and methodologies.
- Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to manage relationships in complex political and organizational situations.
- High level of individual motivation, ability to set and meet clear deadlines.
Physical Requirements
This position must be available for work both inside and office setting as well as work may be performed in in other settings. Frequent travel and long, irregular hours are required.
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)
Job Title: SEIU LAW STUDENT PROGRAM - Externs and Interns (Fall 2019) Hourly Pay $22/hour
Location: Washington, D.C.
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) has openings forpart-time and full-time law clerks during the fall of September-December 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 are required to include a cover letter, resume, short writing sample, references, and law school transcript.
SEIU is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: TWR Field Coordinator Grade: C Annual Pay: $84,466/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose: To provide support and programmatic assistance to local unions in order to meet their goals of recruiting and recommitting union members to win on all union priorities, and to support the transformation of locals to unions that can thrive in any environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work directly with local unions to develop approaches to maintaining and growing their member density, expanding their political reach, and modernizing their systems and practices.
- Work with local unions to meet the 2020 TWR goals on contract campaigns, new member experience, and political strength.
- Test ideas and share proven strategies that serve as the model for member engagement and leadership development.
- Coach and mentor local union staff as needed.
- Assess the organizational development needs of local unions and make available IU resources for locals to access
- Perform other duties as required to support the program’s
Contacts:
The Together We Rise Oversight Committee; SEIU Local leaders, staff and members; International union staff and departments.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Together We Rise field leads.
Minimum Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience demonstrating progressively greater responsibility in a union, political or issue-driven environment; 3 years of experience in developing members and staff leaders, implementing and evaluating programs; organizing in a union, political, or community context.
Physical Requirements: This position will require work in other settings conducive to performing the tasks required to complete assignments. Travel and work beyond traditional business hours is 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: Human Resource Information Systems/Operations Manager Grade: MGT C Annual Salary starts at $84,466/YR
LOCATION: Washington, DC
PURPOSE:
The Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and Operations Manager manages SEIU’s integrated HRIS system and is responsible for ensuring the system meets the needs of the union’s operations. The position is responsible for HRIS management throughout the union, supporting the HR Department and managers, to include the technical aspects of recordkeeping, ensuring data accuracy and up-to-date workflows. This position is responsible for a broad range of technical and administrative functions within the HR Department, including oversight of systems, automation of processes, and monitoring the budget. The incumbent is responsible for establishing and maintaining department records and reports.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties andresponsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not betreated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
- Ensure all of the human resources information systems operate smoothly. This includes, but is not limited to, electronic systems such as the HRIS (Ultipro) systems, the applicant tracking system (iCIMS), performance management systems (SuccessFactors) and other standalone systems that track training, claims, etc., and the coordination of portal updates with the Data Systems and Analytics and the Communications Departments;
- Serve as the integration point for a range of systems – ensuring accuracy and consistency across systems;
- Leverage data to support HR and other management planning;
- Automate onboarding, policies and procedures;
- Research, recommend, and implement systems upgrades and new systems to reduce redundancy and to streamline HR functions for maximum efficiency;
- Audit and ensure systems data for accuracy, integrity and alignment;
- Monitor and update human resources information systems, including hiring, performance appraisal, and staff status changes;
- Create and update user documentation to include how-to’s, quick guides, etc.;
- Develop and monitor dashboards, metrics and automated data feeds and reporting;
- Update account logins, permissions, ongoing reports;
- Troubleshoot and report technical issues;
- Train users on functionalities and new features
- Export regular reports, and design ad hoc reports required by managers.
Contacts:
Include SEIU and affiliate staff, consultants, vendors, and internal managers, executives and officers
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Human Resources Director or his/her/their designee. The incumbent is expected to be a self-starter who can work independently but with a high level of accountability.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required and three (03) to five (05) years of experience in managing an HRIS or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge of Human Resources and HRIS systems
- Thorough knowledge of HR/administrative operations;
- Strong work ethic for working with confidential information;
- High level of judgment and discretion and a strong commitment to the goals of SEIU and its leaders.
- Experience initiating and maintaining ongoing improvements to Ultipro and iCIMS, SuccessFactors, etc.;
- Ability to monitor budget;
- Ability to work independently and develop and maintain relationships with all levels of staff both at the SEIU headquarters and in the field;
- Experience working with outside vendors/developers to manage both project development and budget requirements;
- Ability to train staff to use systems effectively;
- Possess strong communication skills for ensuring that employees, departments and divisions have access to the information they need.
- Ability to work independently;
- Ability to handle multiple priority projects simultaneously and meet established
- deadlines;
- Ability to learn new skills and continually develop existing skills related to the use of changing technologies and best practices;
- Ability to analyze systems to recommend updates and efficiencies;
- Thorough knowledge of labor unions and operations.
- System implementation or project management experience preferred.
- Experience programming and working with workflow management systems preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in an office environment. Long and extended hours and travel may
be required.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
JOB TITLE: Human Resources Manager Grade: MGT E Annual Salary starts at $105,954/YR
LOCATION: Washington, DC
PURPOSE:
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for one or more of the functional areas relating to the administration, coordination and evaluation of the Human Resource Department. The incumbent is expected to be a strategic partner in developing and implementing solutions that both meet our workforce challenges and also closely supports SEIU’s vision for a just society. At SEIU, we believe in and will fight for a just society where all workers are valued and all people are respected, where all families and communities thrive, and where we leave a better and more equal world for generations to come.
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.)
- Develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for one or more functional areas.
- Responsible for the management, interpretation and the guidance in support of labor union employees.
- Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals.
- Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
- Rewrites job descriptions as necessary; conducts salary surveys and analyzes compensation; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
- Develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures;
- Provides benefits administration; approves invoices for payment, and conducts annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness.
- Conducts recruitment efforts for all exempt and nonexempt personnel and temporary employees.
- Actively coordinates and works closely with the Recruitment team, SEIU Divisions, Departments and Local Unions to attract, recruit and retain talent.
- Conducts employee training and development, including employee orientation, leadership training, and professional development.
- Monitors staff development, employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling and exit interviewing.
- Conducts staff development needs assessments to make recommendations on trainings necessary to improve staff performance and productivity.
- Develops and maintains affirmative action program; files EEO-1 annually; maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
- Establishes and maintains department records and reports; maintains company organization charts and employee directory.
- Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars.
- Plans and organizes activities for the department; participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems.
- Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.
Contacts:
Include SEIU International managers and staff, local unions, external legal counsel, vendors, contractors, insurance brokers, community groups, other unions, and federal and state agencies.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Director of Human Resources or his/her/their designee and works independently.
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or liberal arts, advanced degree preferred and at least ten (10) years of related work experience. SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification preferred.
Or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of human resources practices and principles.
- Knowledge of unions and their operations.
- In-depth knowledge of employment policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and meet established timelines.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing including SEIU policy positions.
- Demonstrated ability to direct and manage staff.
- Demonstrated ability to gather abstract and complex data and draw sound logical analysis and conclusions.
- Demonstrated ability to handle, maintain and control confidential and politically-sensitive information.
- Demonstrated ability to represent the Union in sensitive negotiations.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain and monitor both department and other associated budgets and financial areas.
- Skill in the use of personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS and recruitment associated software.
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. Some travel and extended hours required.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Lead Organizer (International Representative of Pension Strategy) Grade: UUR III- Annual Pay : $73,808/YR
Location: New York, NY
Purpose:
This position is responsible for serving as a lead organizer of SEIU in advancing within and outside SEIU the work of the union’s Capital Stewardship Program in the Strategic Initiatives Department. The work of the Capital Stewardship Program includes, but is not limited to, ensuring that SEIU members’ Taft-Hartley and public employee pension and health & welfare funds are managed, invested and voted in ways which represent the interest of its participant members. The Programs include but are not limited to: Geographic Based (e.g. by local and state pension funds and union locals) and Issue based (e.g. retirement security, diversity, responsible contracting) organizing.
Principal Duties and 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)
- Works with the Department’s Deputy Director and Assistant Directors to implement the goals of SEIU’s Capital Stewardship Program
- Works in one or more of the programs of the Capital Stewardship Program at the discretion of the Deputy Director and/or Assistant Directors.
- Works with SEIU leaders and staff and SEIU-related pension fund trustees, administrators, consultants and service providers to implement and promote the programs of SEIU’s Capital Stewardship Program.
- Initiates and leads major projects, organizes meetings and conferences and prepares materials for the purposes of promoting and advancing the programs of SEIU’s Capital Stewardship Program.
- Works with Industry Division staff and leaders and local staff and leaders to ensure that the programs of the Capital Stewardship Program are integrated with and supports the Divisions’ and Locals’ program.
- Ensures that SEIU supports candidates for public office and suitable candidates for appointment by public officials who will support the objectives of SEIU’s Capital Stewardship Program.
- Represents SEIU’s Capital Stewardship Program in internal and external forums, maintains relations with the Change to Win, AFL-CIO and other unions staff, pension and related industry organizations and associations, experts, academics and the media.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of the capital Stewardship Program.
Contacts:
Include SEIU and affiliate staff and leaders, State Councils and government affairs staff, pension fund trustees and administrators, consultants, service providers and elected officials and their staff.
Direction and Decision Making:
The International Representative for Pension Strategies reports to the Deputy Director of the Capital Stewardship Program and/or the Assistant Directors and works independently.
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social sciences, labor relations, master’s degree preferred, and at least five (5) years of work experience in labor, public interest organizations, community or faith based organizing or labor advocacy and/or any combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to organize with diverse sets of people and in multiple environments to change power structures and protect the interests of union members.
- Ability to analyze complex structures and develop strategies and tactics for campaigns that protect the interests of union members.
- Knowledge of labor unions and their operations.
- Knowledge of pension fund investment and fiduciary strategies and issues regulatory and legal issues and processes would also be helpful, but not essential.
- Ability to think critically and analytically and make sound logical conclusions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work with union leaders and organizers, elected officials, pension fund trustees, and service providers.
- Skill in the use of personal computers, including spreadsheet and presentation software, database management systems, and on-line information sources.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting and in the field. Long and extended work hours and extensive travel required.
Probationary Period:
One (1) year.
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.
Writing sample required.
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)
Job Title: Law Fellow Annual Pay $64,895/YR
Location: Washington, D.C.
SEIU NORM GLEICHMAN LAW FELLOWSHIP
The Legal Department of the Service Employees International Union has an opening for a law fellow starting now. The SEIU Law Fellowship Program was established to introduce recent law graduates to a broad range of legal work within an international union, and offers an excellent opportunity for new lawyers to work with experienced union-side lawyers on a variety of cutting-edge issues related to the advancement of workers’ interests. The program was renamed the Norm Gleichman Fellowship to honor the life of Deputy General Counsel Norm Gleichman, who was a dedicated mentor to SEIU law fellows.
SEIU is a progressive and dynamic labor organization representing over 2 million workers in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, principally in the building service, public service, and healthcare fields. Attorneys in SEIU’s Legal Department engage in innovative lawyering to further the union's interests in organizing new workers, improving working conditions, engaging in political action, and achieving social justice.
The Gleichman Law Fellow will have the opportunity to be involved in most areas of the legal department’s work. While each fellowship experience varies according to the work of the department, the Fellow can expect to be involved in at least some of the following types of work: litigation to enforce the labor and employment rights of union members; handling matters before the National Labor Relations Board; drafting amicus briefs in support of workers’ rights issues before the NLRB and appellate courts; advice and assistance to staff organizers on organizing campaigns; involvement in policy and legislative initiatives; and participation in SEIU’s political program.
The Fellowship is based in Washington, D.C, and has a one-year term, with an option to renew for a second year (with the mutual agreement of the Fellow and SEIU). SEIU staff enjoy benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, competitive salaries, holidays and vacation policies, and a 401(K) Plan. Recent law graduates, judicial clerks, and third-year law students are welcome to apply. Applicants should have excellent research and writing skills, a demonstrated commitment to workers’ rights, and a desire to practice union-side labor law.
To apply for the Fellowship, please go to www.seiu.org/jobs and include in your application a cover letter, resume, writing sample, law school transcript and two letters of recommendation.
The application process is on a rolling basis and will close on June 30, 2019.
SEIU is an equal-opportunity employer.
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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Learning Specialist Grade: MGT D Annual Pay: $93,202/YR
Location: Washington, DC preferred
Purpose:
The Service Employees International Union is a 2-million-member organization dedicated to improving the lives of workers and their families. The Innovation & Learning Center (ILC) is a new team within SEIU created to drive and support innovation across the union, with a special focus on supporting the union’s transformation into an effective 21st Century organization in a time of rapid change and considerable challenges for working people and worker organizations.
As part of this mission, the ILC supports the union’s transformation into a learning organization, one that acquires knowledge and innovates fast enough to survive and thrive in a rapidly changing environment. The Learning Specialist will work with the ILC Director to develop and lead the ILC’s efforts to support the union’s transformation into a learning organization.
In 2019, the Learning Specialist will also oversee the redesign of teach.seiu.org, an internal digital platform for sharing best practices and fostering learning communities among SEIU staff that serves as the backbone for unionwide knowledge transmission.
Primary Responsibilities
INNOVATION & LEARNING
- Lead the development and implementation of strategies to foster a culture that encourages and supports continuous staff learning, critical thinking, and risk-taking with new ideas; allows mistakes and values employee contributions; and learns from experience and experiment.
- Through dialogue with leaders and staff across the union, identify knowledge gaps and needs, then collaboratively identify solutions, tools, and approaches to gain and share knowledge. Develop and implement systems to identify, gather and disseminate best practices and lessons learned across the union for incorporation into day-to-day activities.
- Provide support for the establishment and growth of learning communities across the union, including workshops, one-on-one guidance and troubleshooting. Work with other ILC staff to nurture a community of innovation practitioners and champions.
- Share experiences across learning communities, the IU and locals on innovative approaches in knowledge sharing
- Help monitor and evaluate progress towards becoming a learning organization.
- Perform other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
TEACH.SEIU.ORG
- Advise, direct, and build on the vision of teach.seiu.org as a means of fostering the sharing of knowledge and lessons learned within the union and an overall culture of learning.
- Actively oversee and manage the redesign of teach.seiu.org throughout the entire project lifecycle (from discovery to launch). Work with stakeholders, users, and vendors to ensure the delivery of a high-end digital platform that helps accelerate learning and sharing among SEIU locals and the International Union.
- Oversee the growth of teach.seiu.org, including but not limited to managing relationships with internal stakeholders, overseeing vendors, and leading the continual optimization of user experience. Work with locals and International Union departments to curate materials on teach.seiu.org.
- Oversee the engagement and growth of teach.seiu.org’s online community, including overseeing day-to-day execution, community management and monitoring, and analysis of user and site data.
Contacts:
Innovation & Learning Center staff; Together We Rise Director, Deputy Education Director and Education Specialist; BOLD Center Director and Deputy Director; SEIU local leaders and staff; SEIU International department leaders and staff.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Director of the Innovation & Learning Center (ILC) and works with minimal supervision.
A high level of judgment, ability to take initiatives and work independently is required.
Must be able to handle multiple priority projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; at least 3 to 5 years relevant experience; or a combination of relevant educational work experiences that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff and elected officers.
Specialized Knowledge and Training
- Experience and passion for developing, implementing and reinforcing organizational culture initiatives, including the development of programs and resources to improve learning, sharing, and transparency.
- Demonstrated success in influencing and driving organizational change through formal and/or informal leadership.
- Experience maintaining websites and/or social media for an organization, including content development, monitoring, and community management.
- Experience managing vendors and overseeing internal projects with multiple stakeholders. Experience in establishing effective partnerships within and outside the organization.
- Strong motivation and ability to continually and quickly develop skills related to the use of rapidly changing technology and community management best practices.
- Ability to lead and direct project resources with confidence, identify and act on project issues and risks, seeing each through to its proper resolution.
- Excellent written, oral and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to manage relationships in complex political and organizational situations.
- Extremely strong verbal communications skills, in front of large groups and interpersonally.
- Knowledge and understanding of labor unions - including knowledge of local union operations, union organizing, and political and advocacy campaigns - preferred but not required.)
- Experience learning and utilizing creative training techniques and approaches to teach concepts, skills and best practices.
- High level of individual motivation, ability to set and meet clear deadlines.
Physical Requirements
This position is based in SEIU’s Washington, D.C. office. Work is generally performed in an office setting. Extended hours and travel may be required.
Ability to work effectively with a team that includes remote colleagues via phone, Skype/Google Hangout, and other digital communications
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: Manager of Data Stewardship and Operations Grade: MGT B- Annual Pay $74,300
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose of Position:
The Manager of Data Stewardship and Operations is responsible for a broad range of financial, administrative, and data stewardship functions for the Data Systems and Analytics Department. These include monitoring the department’s budget, ensuring that staff adhere to SEIU administrative policies and procedures, running an efficient office, and serving as the department’s data steward.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform a wide range of duties assigned by the International Union, including but not limited to the following:
- Provides high-level, confidential support to the DSA team and provides administrative and logistical support to priority projects of the department.
- Monitors the budget on a regular basis including reviewing employee generated costs, campaign expenses and reimbursement to locals. Identifies areas to streamline, reduce expenses and implement changes.
- Participates in and helps develop the budget for DSA.
- Supervises administrative support staff, including performance management.
- Plans and coordinates logistics for department-wide activities, including meetings and special events.
- Coordinates with DSA managers and Human Resources regarding staff administrative issues, including hiring, promotions, terminations, sick leave, etc
- Manages facilities and space for the DSA offices including distribution of office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, pagers, cell phones, etc.
- Handles inquiries with vendors, and handles all paperwork within the division associated with DSA billing.
- Manages and executes vendor contracts, including contract renewals.
- Serves as the DSA department’s data steward, including:
- Supports the DSA Senior Team in developing and maintaining written data governance plans and procedures. Specifically, these will focus on: intake, storage, processing, and transmission of data to internal and external systems.
- Defines and documents data terminology in a relevant glossary. This includes ensuring that each critical data element has a clear definition and is still in use.
- Serve on the DSA Senior team.
- Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission.
Contacts:
Includes SEIU staff, affiliate staff, local union staff, SEIU field staff, and outside partners.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Director of Data Systems and Analytics.
Education and Experience:
At least 3 years of supervisory experience and 5 years of related work experience or combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of labor unions and their operations.
- Thorough knowledge of administrative operations.
- Thorough knowledge of financial records.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with multiple departments, especially with IT.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to develop, monitor and control budget.
- Ability to define data governance policies and educate necessary stakeholders in conjunctions with DSA staff and consultants.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to manage, plan, develop, and lead staff.
- Ability to work independently and develop and maintain relationships with all levels of staff, both at headquarters and in the field.
- Some data management experience, including knowledge of data integration, data configuration, and general database concepts.
- Skilled in the use of a personal computer including Google Apps/Microsoft Office and software for tracking budgets and disbursements.
- A high level of judgment, leadership, and commitment to the goals of SEIU and its leaders.
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Occasional extended hours and travel required.
Application Requirements:
A resume and cover letter are 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.
Benefits:
SEIU staff enjoy excellent benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employees 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: Operations / Logistics Assistant Grade: PS1 Annual Pay : $60,992.13/YR
Location: Washington, DC
Purpose:
The person is responsible for assisting the Operations Manager, Member Action & Leadership with the financial and logistics functions of the LAJ Department which include budget monitoring, and coordinating logistical needs for the Building Organization Leadership Development Center and Member Leadership Development trainings.
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.)
- Arranges travel logistics including, but not limited to flights, car rentals, hotel accommodations and long term housing, makes any changes necessary, confirms that individuals or groups have completed travel or arrived at destinations, and alerts manager or his or her designee of any potential or realized problems.
- Provides logistical assistance associated with production of materials for large and small scale conferences, trainings and other meetings.
- Assists with the Identification and adoption of best practices to increase effectiveness and efficiency of LAJ Operations.
- Tracks budget to actual spending and provides reporting on a monthly basis as well as on an ad hoc basis, related to MLDP expenditures.
- Works autonomously to plan and execute MLDP trainings with the Deputy Directors, including agenda, preparing materials, workshops, and arranging all aspects of lodging, catering and room set up.
- Maintains operations systems for Lost Timers payments. Recommends and implements process changes.
- Provides Operations Manager and staff with proactive assessment and planning to maintain and improve financial tracking infrastructure. Serves as a liaison to Accounting, Meetings and Travel and other departments to assist staff, and faculty with resolving problems.
- Responsible for budget management, including oversight of established systems and assists in preparation of the annual budget.
- Creates reports for the Operations Manager and other staff as needed including comparative analysis of work with locals, budget projections and other analysis necessary to ensure that the departmental spending and expenses remain within established budgetary allotments.
- Arrange travel for IEB and Workgroup Meetings.
- Performs other assignments as required to meet the goals and objectives of the department.
Contacts:
Include SEIU field and headquarters staff and leaders, Local Union.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to the Operations Manager, Member Action & Leadership and the incumbent works under general supervision.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; and at least three (3) years of related work experience with a minimum of one (1) year of experience with campaign and field logistics, budgets, operations, meeting planning, database development; and familiarity specifically with field based operations and campaigns and/or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below. Previous campaign coordination experience preferred; and skilled in the use of accounting software is recommended.
Equivalency:
High School diploma or GED; and five (5) years of experience in campaign and field logistics operations, budgets, meeting planning, database development; and familiarity specifically with field based operations and campaigns.
Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Commitment to promoting SEIU’s goals
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion
- Skilled in planning, organizing and executing small and large scale meetings, trainings and other events on short notice, including agendas and workshops within an established budget
- Knowledge of computerized database programs and financial analysis
- Ability to use databases to track and process field based expenses, travel, lodging records, assignments and personal information
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team in order to complete projects
- Advanced and demonstrated skills in the use of computers to include Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Access and Excel), databases, spreadsheets, and Internet research;
- Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task; above average organizational skills
- Ability to adapt to changing situations on a daily basis
- Demonstrated ability to be diplomatic, taking a professional approach to problem solving while thinking independently and creatively
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to formulate a meeting budget, identify assumptions and variables
TESTS/CERTIFICATION
Microsoft Word (Intermediate)
PowerPoint (Intermediate)
Excel (Intermediate)
Physical Requirements:
Work is generally performed in an office setting. Extended hours and travel required.
Probationary Period:
36 Weeks
Application Requirements:
A resume and cover letter are 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.
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.
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SEIU Benefit Funds (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Operations Manager Grade: MGT B - Annual Pay: $74,300
Location: Washington, D.C.
Purpose:
This position is responsible for a broad range of administrative and operational support functions for the SEIU Benefit Funds. The SEIU Benefit Funds administers multiple benefit funds in a fast-paced environment.
Primary Responsibilities: Perform a wide range of duties, including but not limited to the following:
- Manages facilities for the SEIU Benefit Funds including renovations, repair and maintenance of office equipment.
- Orders and maintains all inventory of equipment and supplies for the SEIU Benefit Funds
- Coordinates distribution and disposal of office furniture and equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, cell phones, etc.
- Facilitates all Fund mailings to ensure timely processing
- Coordinates temporary staffing needs of the SEIU Benefit Funds and acts as liaison between SEIU Benefit Funds and staffing agencies.
- Handles inquiries and negotiates prices with certain vendors.
- Maintains, tracks and monitors database of vendor agreements.
- Administers security system and is main point of contact for outside security contractor
- Analyzes reports and implements change to increase efficiencies of operations.
- Reviews, revises and implements processes to increase efficiencies of department operations
- Acts as liaison for between building manager and SEIU Benefit Funds staff.
- Ensures that requests for actions or information are directed to appropriate staff as required; ensures that information requests are handled in a timely manner.
- Schedules and coordinates all Board of Trustees’ meetings, including but not limited to securing the meeting space, securing trustee lodging, coordinating trustee travel arrangements, and organizing food delivery.
- Drafts minutes of Board Meetings and disseminates for review.
- Maintains organization chart and employee directory.
- Performs administrative functions including budgets, leave reports, supply orders, etc
- Assists in the negotiations related to the collective bargaining agreement covering Fund staff.
- Performs other duties as required to support the mission of the SEIU Benefit Funds.
Direction and Decision Making:
This position reports to Deputy Director and Associate Counsel and works independently.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in business or other related field, six (6) years of administrative experience and three (4) years of management experience preferably in a union environment or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of benefit funds and their operations.
- Through knowledge of administrative operations.
- Ability to handle, maintain and control confidential information.
- Ability to identify, analyze and solve problems independently.
- Ability to handle emergency situations and prepare for such situations.
- Ability to analyze reports and implement change to increase efficiencies of operations.
- Ability to review, revise and implement processes to increase efficiencies of operations.
- Well developed interpersonal and communications skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Ability to multi-task and track the progress of numerous assignments, mailings, projects, reports, etc
- Ability to think critically and produce sound, logical conclusions.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to produce work accurately and thoroughly.
- Ability to maintain flexible attitude and approach toward assignments while actively participating and supporting a team environment.
- Ability to design and implement short- and long-term tasks and goals.
- Strong diplomatic, discretionary and problem-solving skills.
- Must maintain ethical conduct.
- Advanced skills in the use of personal computers using database, spreadsheets and word processing software or other SEIU Benefit Funds software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
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 may be required (up to 25%).
Application Requirements:
A resume and cover letter are required for all applications. 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 Benefit Funds is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
