Union Representative / Organizer Job at SEIU Local 1991, Miami, FL

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  • SEIU Local 1991
  • Miami, FL

Job Description


SEIU Local 1991

Union Representative / Organizer

Based in Miami, FL

SEIU Local 1991 is an active, growing, progressive healthcare union based in South Florida. The local currently represents Registered Nurses, physicians, and other professionals at Jackson Health System in Miami. Staff will have the opportunity to become part of building this flagship healthcare local in the South.

REQUIRED:

  • A strong commitment to the values of the organized labor movement
  • Ability to work as part of a team and promote team building within a racially and culturally diverse membership
  • Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision
  • Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
  • Dedication to building a strong Union and improving the lives of workers
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc)
  • Bachelor’s Degree required

POSITION: UNION REPRESENTATIVE/ORGANIZER

Under the direction of the Executive Director or designee, the Field Representative/Organizer will be responsible for representing and organizing RNs and other professionals within the Jackson Health System. Major areas of responsibility include contract administration, leadership development, internal organizing and contract campaigns. This staff member will be expected, within an organizing model, to represent workers in all phases of workplace disputes, with an emphasis on teaching stewards and activists to interpret the contract, handle disciplines and grievances, coordinate worksite actions and build member participation. Other responsibilities include the development and maintenance of steward/communication networks and rounding on your units to worksite issues as well as external organizing when necessary.

EXPERIENCE:
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, team player who has some experience within the field of progressive activism and/or organizing. Experience in union organizing and worker representation is preferred. Experience as a rank-and-file steward/activist is desirable, as is experience in the healthcare field or with healthcare workers.

Local 1991 encourages applications from a wide spectrum of ethnic and racial minorities so that our staff will be representative of our membership.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
A valid drivers’ license, car and auto insurance are required as a condition of employment.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Competitive salary depending on experience, health insurance, holidays, vacation, pension, car allowance.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send a cover letter and résumé to:

Martha Baker, RN
Executive Director
SEIU Local 1991
1601 NW 8th Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
Email: martha@seiu1991.org

Local 1991 encourages applications from a wide spectrum of ethnic and racial minorities so that our staff will be representative of our membership.

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