Workers United
Chicago & Midwest Regional Joint Board of Workers United/ SEIU

Administrative Assistant

Based in Chicago, IL

 

Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $22.00/hour
Application Deadline: October 17, 2025

About Us
We are a member-driven labor union committed to protecting workers’ rights, advancing social and economic justice, and building collective power. Our team is passionate, principled, and deeply rooted in the communities we serve. We’re looking for an Administrative Assistant to work in-office who shares our values and can help keep our operations running smoothly behind the scenes. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to union officers, staff, and committees.
• Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes for internal and external gatherings
• Maintain organized filing systems for contracts, grievances, and member records
• Assist with communications including newsletters, flyers, and email updates
• Coordinate logistics for rallies, trainings, and union events
• Handle phone calls, correspondence, and walk-in inquiries with professionalism and solidarity
• Support financial recordkeeping, reimbursements, and supply orders
• Uphold confidentiality and respect for member concerns and union matters

Qualifications

• Prior experience in administrative or clerical roles (union or nonprofit experience a plus)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail
• Commitment to labor values, equity, and worker empowerment
• Bilingual skills are a plus, especially in Spanish

What We Offer

• A mission-driven workplace with passionate colleagues
• Competitive salary and exceptional benefits 
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of working people

To Apply:
Please send your résumé and a brief statement of interest to Nancy Campos at ncampos@cmrjb.org. 

We strongly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.