SEIU New Jersey State Council

Part-Time Political Organizer

Based in Newark, NJ
 

About SEIU NJ State Council
SEIU New Jersey is a statewide political voice of New Jersey working families that are dedicated to building a better New Jersey by fighting for policies and candidates who benefit working families and advance the issues we care about. The SEIU New Jersey State Council’s mission is to improve the lives of New Jersey’s working families by fighting for living wages, safe working conditions, and fair schedules. We promote health care for all, pensions, and advancement opportunities. We aim to win back the American Dream for thousands of hard-working members and their families. We use our collective power to build coalitions, advocate, lobby, and hold elected officials accountable. The Council is composed of unions representing service employees across the state, including health care, warehouse, laundry, and school cafeteria workers. Our diverse membership includes motor vehicle inspectors, resident physicians, and municipal employees in the state’s largest city. We’re stronger together!

Part-Time Political Organizer
SEIU NJ State Council seeks a part-time political organizer based in New Jersey. Expected hours are 20-25 per week at ($800/week $3,200). The part-time organizer will work directly with Council staff and leadership to support the legislative and political agenda of the Council and participate in activities designed to strengthen Council affiliates and ensure the Council, its affiliated unions, and their members have a strong voice in policies that impact workers and the labor movement.  The Part-Time Organizer reports to the Council Director.

Responsibilities:

• Work to ensure the success of the Council’s annual plan.
• Play a central role in planning and coordinating all Council events.
• Lead door-to-door canvassing events and phone bank efforts.
• Plan and track mobilization for events and electoral work.
• Train and supervise member volunteers in political and lobbying activities.
• Ensure strong communication between the Council and elected officials in New Jersey.
• Help the Council to hold elected officials accountable for supporting the Council’s policy priorities.
• Ensure the Council is consistently updated on SEIU National priorities and plans.
• Help prepare for and assist in staffing the monthly Council meeting.
• Assist Council affiliates in carrying out priority campaigns related to legislation, as well as key contract campaigns and organizing drives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as an organizer or union leader
• Strongly preferred understanding of VAN (Voter Action Network)
• Understanding of social media tools.
• Ability and willingness to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
• Excellent listening, oral, and written communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to learn the organization's technology tools.
• Ability to work independently, as well as with a team.
• Willingness to work in-person, in the field, as necessary.
• Strong planning, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Possess a valid U.S. driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and an automobile for business use.
• Verbal fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.

How to Apply
Submit résumé to: jobs@seiunjcouncil.org

SEIU NJ State Council is an equal-opportunity employer.  People of color and women are encouraged to apply.