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SEIU Virginia

Organizer III Position (Temporary)

SEIU Virginia :

SEIU Virginia is a dynamic labor union, representing Fairfax and Loudoun county

employees, and home care workers across Virginia. We are committed to winning living

wages, quality benefits, justice, and a voice on the job for working people. We advocate

for policies, budgets and laws that invest in good union jobs, quality public services,

economic and racial justice for all Virginians.

Position Summary :

Organizer III’s assist in the execution of campaigns to grow the union, identify activists

and leaders, educate and empower union members to take action at work and in the

community, work with community partners, elect champions and hold elected officials

accountable; all in order to build power for union members and working families.

Organizer III’s will work with Fairfax County and Loudoun County employees, union

leaders and staff to win historic collective bargaining rights.

Job Responsibilities include :

Mobilizing workers to win collective bargaining rights and a union election.

Assisting in the training and development of staff and member organizers.

Leading staff by example, setting high standards in work ethic and professional

approach to the work.

Making short-term and long-term campaign plans, and carrying out

multi-component plans.

Creating and articulating a positive vision for campaigns and for the union.

Building strong one-one-one relationships with workers.

Conducting individual and group meetings to advance organizing campaigns.

Working with staff to identify, recruit, and develop leaders to win the campaign.

Motivating individual workers and groups of workers to take action.

Working to create real and positive ways to involve community allies in current

organizing campaigns.

Engaging workers in broader union efforts to change industry standards.

Coordinate with other local union staff to carry out the union’s organizing

program and priorities.

Qualifications :

Candidates should possess previous organizing experience; a strong commitment to

working people and justice; strong personal, verbal and written communication skills.

Candidates should also thrive in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.

Successful candidates will bring the following skills and attributes to the position :

3 or more years experience in organizing and demonstrated commitment to

• workers’ rights and social justice;
• Adept at leading and motivating workers in difficult struggles;
• Relevant knowledge, including labor regulations, issues, etc.;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

Ability to relate, establish and cultivate respectful relationships with people from

• diverse backgrounds;
• Skilled at meeting deadlines in a fast-paced campaign environment;
• Strong oral, written and listening skills;
• Excellent analytical and judgment skills;
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills;
• Flexible and adept at dealing with changing priorities;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

Working knowledge of computer programs including social media, Word, Excel,

VAN, and good planning and administrative skills;

Kindness, empathy and concern for others.

Requirements include :

Valid driver’s license with a good driving record;

Ability and willingness to work long, irregular hours, including evenings and

• weekends;
• Ability and willingness to travel within Virginia;

Relocation to the Northern Virginia area is required if offered a position.

Term of Employment : This a temporary, full-time, grant-funded position that runs for

6 months from the date of hire. This is a bargaining unit position.

Salary and Benefits :

Starting salary is $,. annually, with annual cost-of-living-adjustments and merit

raises. Benefits package includes : defined-benefit pension, fully-paid health insurance,

generous paid leave, etc. In addition, an auto allowance of over $ / month will be

provided. Position is an overtime exempt salaried position.

Affirmative Action Employer

SEIU Virginia is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants

and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. As a proud Equal Opportunity

Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry,

citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender

identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical

condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes

pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or

breastfeeding), or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local

laws. We work to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively

enforce policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.

Please submit resume to with subject line : Organizer

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Last updated : 2024-05-17