Organizer - Union Representative SEIU Local 1991 Job at SEIU, Miami, FL

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  • SEIU
  • Miami, FL

Job Description

Job Title: UNION REPRESENTATIVE/ORGANIZER Location: Miami, FL SEIU Local 1991 is an active, growing, progressive healthcare union based in South Florida. The local currently represents Registered Nurses, physicians, and other professionals at Jackson Health System in Miami. Staff will have the opportunity to become part of building this flagship healthcare local in the South. Position Summary: Under the direction of the Executive Director or designee, the Field Representative/Organizer will be responsible for representing and organizing RNs and other professionals within the Jackson Health System. Major areas of responsibility include contract administration, leadership development, internal organizing and contract campaigns. This staff member will be expected, within an organizing model, to represent workers in all phases of workplace disputes, with an emphasis on teaching stewards and activists to interpret the contract, handle disciplines and grievances, coordinate worksite actions and build member participation. Other responsibilities include the development and maintenance of steward/communication networks and rounding on your units to worksite issues as well as external organizing when necessary. Experience: The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, team player who has some experience within the field of progressive activism and/or organizing. Experience in union organizing and worker representation is preferred. Experience as a rank-and-file steward/activist is desirable, as is experience in the healthcare field or with healthcare workers. Local 1991 encourages applications from a wide spectrum of ethnic and racial minorities so that our staff will be representative of our membership. Required:

  • A strong commitment to the values of the organized labor movement
  • Ability to work as part of a team and promote team building within a racially
and culturally diverse membership
  • Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision
  • Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
  • Dedication to building a strong Union and improving the lives of workers
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc)
  • Bachelor’s Degree required
Other Requirements: A valid drivers’ license, car and auto insurance are required as a condition of employment. Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary depending on experience, health insurance, holidays, vacation, pension, car allowance. Application Procedure: Send a cover letter and resume to: Martha Baker, RN Executive Director SEIU Local 1991 1601 NW 8th Avenue Miami, FL 33136 Email: martha@seiu1991.org Local 1991 encourages applications from a wide spectrum of ethnic and racial minorities so that our staff will be representative of our membership. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr SEIU

Job Tags

Contract work, Work at office, Local area,

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