SEIU Local 668

PSFA Organizer Representative

Based in State College, PA

 

Title: PSFA Organizer-Rep
Location: Pennsylvania – State College
Job Type: Full Time
Reports to: Organizing Director
Supervises: This position does not supervise staff.
Salary: $70,937.14 plus a generous benefit package including retirement pension.

Position Description
This is a Field Staff position focused exclusively on organizing faculty at Penn State University, transitioning the campaign into collective bargaining, establishing a representation structure for the first contract. Upon first contract this position will be dissolved and will transition to a permanent full-time Internal Organizing position. This position reports to the Organizing Director and/or Organizing Coordinator. It is headquartered in the State College office. While the majority of the assignment is in State College, additional travel may be required. This is a bargaining unit position.

About SEIU Local 668
SEIU Local 668 represents nearly 20,000 health and human services workers, including those who work as employment and youth counselors, social workers, corrections and probation officers, ChildLine and 911 operators, drug and alcohol counselors, and court employees, among others. Approximately half of our members are employed by the Commonwealth, and another 9,000 work for the municipal, county, and private employers across the state. Our members are a diverse group of individuals, of varying ethnicities, political affiliations, and beliefs, but they are united by their dedication to serving our constituents – the people of Pennsylvania.

Primary Responsibilities
The PSFA Organizer-Rep will:

• Develop and provide leadership for the Penn State faculty contract campaign. This involves identifying and educating shop leaders to support mobilization efforts, building organizing committees, and preparing workers to negotiate their first collective bargaining agreement. 
• Engage in one-on-one persuasion, inoculation, assessment and motivation of unorganized workers. 
• Clearly explain the union and the organizing process to employees in worksite visits and in virtual meetings. 
• Conduct in-person and virtual worksite actions. 
• Upon winning a first collective bargaining agreement, this position converts to a worksite-specific IOBA, whose member representation and advocacy duties include (but are not limited to):
  • Developing and executing plans for internal organizing, including
    • working with shop leaders to build internal representation structures and processes for unit communications and labor-management dialogue; 
    • ensuring all new member orientations / new hire welcoming are covered by staff or member leaders; 
    • helping maintain accurate worksite lists in coordination with shop leaders, employers, and union administrative staff; 
    • conducting steward trainings at shop and chapter levels. 
  • On an ongoing basis, assisting stewards and members with grievance processing up to the Arbitration level where violations of the contract are alleged. This includes entering grievance information into Union’s online grievance system, 
  • Identifying potential unfair labor practices and gather initial information. 
  • Using technology to conduct business, track information, and communicate. Special emphasis on VAN and Google suite. 
  • Acting as primary staff for statewide standing and work committees. 
  • Alongside other member leaders and other staff, developing and maintaining relationships with political, labor and community leaders. 
  • Assisting the Government Relations Department with local candidate endorsement processes and lobbying as needed. 
  • Participating in legislative campaigns, days of action, and other electoral work of the union. 

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to organize, involve, and mobilize members around workplace, professional, and legislative issues. 
• Demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice. 
• Knowledge and experience with labor law, grievance procedures and contract negotiations. 
• Ability to manage a high volume of work with efficiency; can develop systems to keep tasks on track, juggle competing demands, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality. 
• Strong capacity to analyze issues, anticipate challenges, and develop pragmatic, equitable solutions that advance organizational goals. 
• Proven skills in building leadership among members and mentoring local leaders. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex issues, lead trainings, write clear reports, and present effectively to varied audiences. 
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments; able to bounce back from setbacks, take ownership of outcomes, and persist in advancing union goals. 
• Proficiency with digital organizing tools; ability to learn new systems as needed. 
• Willingness and ability to work long, irregular hours, including evenings and weekends as required. 
• Ability to travel and/or relocate for extended periods of time;
• Heavy travel, weekend and evening work required and the possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license;
• Preference will be given to applicants living in Central Pennsylvania 

Education 
Bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge of higher education systems is desirable.

To Apply:
Please send a résumé and cover letter to Randall Bacon (randall.bacon@seiu668.org) before 5PM on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.