Center for Workers’ Rights

Program Administrator

Based in Sacramento, CA

 

The Center for Workers’ Rights (CWR) seeks a bilingual (English/Spanish) Program Administrator to join our team. This is a full-time, hourly position involving direct communication with low-wage workers, community outreach, and support across CWR’s programs. The role requires in-person work in Sacramento, local travel, occasional evenings and weekends, and cross-training in outreach, organizing, and worker leadership development.

About the Organization
Founded in 2014, the Center for Workers’ Rights works to build a community where workers are treated with dignity and respect. We provide legal representation to low-wage workers, advocate for stronger workers’ rights, and promote education, activism, and leadership in the Sacramento region.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary contact for workers seeking information, conducting intakes and hotline assessments.
• Provide accurate referrals and navigation of resources and services.
• Prepare and deliver Know Your Rights presentations and trainings for workers and partner organizations.
• Support outreach efforts including canvassing, phone banking, social media, and participation in community events.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of worker contacts, outreach activities and grant-required information.
• Assist with outreach and training logistics and maintain program calendars.
• Build and sustain relationships with CWR members, community partners, and organizers.
• Support program operations and collaborate with the organizing team as needed.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required.
• Experience working with low-wage, immigrant, or impacted communities.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.
• Comfort using databases, spreadsheets, and digital tools.
• Basic understanding of California employment law or willingness to learn quickly.
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations or trainings.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow procedures.
• Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness and ability to work some evenings, weekends, and local travel as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

• This is a non-exempt, full-time position (40 hours per week) and is represented by a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Benefits include health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Wage between $33.09 and $34.76. 

Application Process
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit a résumé, cover letter, and a list of three professional references by email to hr@rightscenter.org with the subject line “Program Administrator.”

The Center for Workers’ Rights is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other protected category. We strongly encourage women, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, older persons, persons with disabilities, and all qualified individuals to apply.