SEIU Local 99 Internal Organizer Based in Los Angeles, CA

About the Role SEIU Local 99 is seeking an Internal Organizer based in Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on training, coaching and developing members and member-leaders to build power at their worksites and across the union, advancing organizing campaigns and member engagement. What You'll Do

• Effectively recruit, mentor, coach and develop new leaders at worksites and within the union
• Train member-leaders to recruit and mobilize members to participate in the union
• Raise COPE funds by educating members about the connection of politics to wages and working conditions
• Create and foster a member-leader communication infrastructure to support organizing and priorities
• Recruit and mobilize new members; recruit volunteers for electoral and lobbying activities
• Develop and execute plans for internal organizing and campaigns on issues such as member rights, budgets, contracts, health and safety
• Enforce contracts at the worksite or in disciplinary appeals through organizing and advocacy
• Update member case information in appropriate databases; conduct worksite meetings and grievance/labor-management meetings
• Prepare and manage work plans, calendars, files, reports, and other records
• Support and assist in collective bargaining or serve as union chief negotiator when needed
• Campaign outreach (door-to-door, calls, lobbying) for candidates and issues aligned with Local 99
• Participate in rallies and other activities; submit administrative reports and maintain schedules
• Perform other duties as assigned. What We're Looking For
• Knowledge of organizing methodology; strong written and spoken English; proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel); familiarity with online meeting platforms (Zoom)
• Ability to organize members to build a power infrastructure at worksites; professional, courteous communication with members, staff, and management
• Sound judgment, prioritization, and ability to work with minimal supervision; maintain confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to motivate coworkers and work independently or in a team
• Well-organized, self-motivated, and capable of handling high-pressure environments and unpredictable deadlines
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with senior management, school officials, and elected officials
• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required; 3 years’ experience as an Organizer in labor or community work
• Requirements include staying flexible with hours (evenings/weekends), and a valid CA driver’s license with appropriate auto insurance; willingness to travel and walk between sites; bilingualism is strongly desired but not required; contract implementation experience is a plus; COVID-19 vaccination is required Nice to Have
• Bilingualism strongly desired but not required
• Contract implementation experience strongly desired but not required Compensation & Benefits
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Additional benefits not specified in the posting Industry Labor/Union