UFCW Local 770

Administrative Assistant
Research & Collective Bargaining

Based in Los Angeles, CA

 

ABOUT US: UFCW Local 770 represents retail food, retail pharmacy, meatpacking and food processing, laboratory, and cannabis workers. Local 770 represents workers in our core industrial jurisdictions throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties and has grown from a modest 200 individuals to a 30,000-member organization.

Administrative Assistant – Research & Collective Bargaining: This position reports to the Director of Research & Collective Bargaining and is part of a team of staff who supports the overall operation of the union and daily needs of union leadership.

Select Job Responsibilities:

• Perform various administrative duties including overseeing the operational functions of the Department of Research & Collective Bargaining, the preparation of correspondence, reports, contracts, and confidential documents.
• Understand, prioritize, and manage organizational relationships and communication.
• Maintain detailed filing and records systems; maintain calendars, schedules, and make travel and/or negotiations arrangements; prioritize routine business.
• Handle and provide written and oral correspondence answers inquires and return telephone calls.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with at least three (3) years of related work experience, and/or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge of, skills and abilities:
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Office administrative operations, including maintenance of supplies and equipment.
  • Modern Computer and Online technology, video conferencing, data managements and data systems.
• Experience with labor unions, community based organizations, preferred.
• Bilingual – English and Spanish (written and spoken) preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to maintain recordkeeping protocols.
• Experience handling confidential information and demonstrated experience with recordkeeping.
• Advanced use of Google G Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work extended or irregular hours to meet deadlines.
• Valid drivers’ license, use of a car for work, and specified automobile insurance coverage are mandatory.
• Work is generally performed in an office setting with prolonged periods of sitting and work on computer.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is competitive and negotiable based on experience.
• Full benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, pension plan, and paid time off.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Email cover letter, résumé, and three references to: matt.omalley@ufcw770.org. No phone calls please. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will not receive a response. This position is available immediately.

LOCATION: 630 Shatto Place, Los Angeles, California 90005

United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 770 is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.