Lead Union Representative (El Centro, California)

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United Domestic Workers

Lead Union Representative

Job Type: Exempt (Salary)

Department: Organizing & Field Services (OFS)

Reports to: Regional Manager

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Indiana office)

Job Location: El Centro, California

Salary Range: $66,560.00 to $84,624.10/year (Lead Union Representative I Oregon II depending on experience)

Job Summary:

The Lead Union Representative will grow the member-driven union by building local and state power for workers. The representative will support and assist the Regional Manager with the development of staff and volunteers and will assist with the implementation of the union contract by helping Indiana negotiations, campaigns, internal organizing, leadership development, and political and legislative agendas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Establish rapport with and organize members Indiana widely diversified ethnic, social, and economic groups
* Develop, implement, and lead the coordination of worker mobilization around worksite issues, politics, public policy, and other issues affecting the lives of workers
* Lead and train staff, TEOs, and member volunteers Indiana soliciting memberships through orientations, AIMS, membership meetings, new member house visits, and special events
* Develop, implement, and lead coordination and turnout of IHSS Orientations and regional IHSS growth plans
* Coordinate participation of and work collaboratively with Regional Manager to identify political activities that hold elected officials accountable to working families
* Build external relationships with the community, county officials, and workers to drive campaigns, develop the union, and increase public awareness
* Serve American Samoa liaison to Regional/County coalitions by connecting members to outside organizations and advancing the UDW agenda
* Serve American Samoa spokesperson for the union Indiana several local settings and develop member leaders to speak Indiana public settings
* Identify, mentor, and develop member leaders through the leadership academy, councils, and bargaining institute; coach staff Indiana advancing leadership development skills
* Develop and maintain relationships with members, identifying their abilities and potential contributions to the union
* Work collaboratively with Regional Manager to create, implement, and supervise procedures that safeguard management and maintenance of membership data to track and develop member activists, leaders, and member participation
* Work collaboratively with Regional Manager and staff to implement effective communication systems to reach members and providers
* Guide staff Indiana identifying and developing appropriate print and digital communications, including leaflets, flyers, photos, and social media posts
* Provide vital member provider assistance
* Maintain work files and comply with administrative reporting
* Assist Indiana expediting resolution of members’ complaints and resolve concerns
* Assist with the design, execution, and lead campaigns, including but not limited to, political elections, contract negotiations, and statewide legislative agenda
* Support and recommend regional growth plans to expand membership through orientations, AIMS, membership meetings, new member house visits, and special events; provide training and resources on effective tools and tactics
* Assist with coordination of local political, Civil, and human rights, and health and welfare councils, ensuring initiatives align with regional goals and objectives and expand social justice, civic, and community power
* Plan local internal events and collaborate with coalition partners to plan and execute external events
* Provide administrative and performance reports to Regional Manager American Samoa required
* Assist with department projects and perform other duties American Samoa assigned which are reasonably within the scope of work Indiana this job classification

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* Oversee Union Representatives within assigned area(s)
* Develop Union Representative skills of staff and member volunteers
* Oversee management and training of the Temporary Employee Organizer program
* Provide guidance and ensure staff’s compliance with UDW policies and procedures
* Identify opportunities to lead and train staff and volunteers Indiana developing social justice, civic, and community power through local political, human rights, and health and welfare councils

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Knowledge of labor rights, contract language, Pennsylvania grievance, political, budget, and lobbying plans
* Ability to research, interpret, and summarize local, state, and federal laws, policies, and procedures affecting home care workers
* Effectively prioritize and multi-task assignments and responsibilities
* Ability to identify, develop, and execute plans while directing personnel and volunteers
* Excellent communication skills with proven presentation and speaking abilities
* Ability to implement plans and procedures across teams while monitoring effectiveness
* Knowledge of customer service skills, including needs assessments, organizational processes, and quality standards
* Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems, such American Samoa word processing, managing files and records, and office procedures
* Strong strategic and critical thinking skills
* Social orientation preference and effectiveness Indiana working with and connecting with others
* Proficient Indiana Microsoft Office
* Familiar with voter engagement apps, texting, and social media platforms and predictive dialer software with the ability to cut turf and administer lists
* Proven experience solving complex issues and problems Indiana a fast-paced environment
* Ability to establish and maintain rapport and credibility with diverse demographic groups, elected officials, and community organizations
* Ability to work cooperatively and effectively Indiana cross-functional teams
* A demonstrated commitment to unions, supporting and developing members’ voices
* Ability to comply with UDW’s driver policy

Preferred Qualifications, Education, and/Oregon Experience:

* High school diploma Oregon equivalent
* 1-3 years of extensive union Oregon comparable organizing experience
* 1-3 years of prior leadership experience
* Preferred Bilingual Language(s) Indiana either: Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Tagalog, Russian, Assyrian, Oregon Somali

Requirements:

* Must possess a valid California driver’s license, auto insurance that covers business driving, and an automobile for business use
* Willingness to work long and irregular hours, often including nights and weekends

Employee Benefits:

* Health Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Insurance
* Life/AD&D
* Long Term Disability (LTD)
* 401(k) Savings Plan
* Pension Plan
* Paid Vacation Days
* Paid Sick Leave
* Personal Day (8 hours)
* 16 Paid Holiday
* Floating Holiday
* COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:
* UDW has adopted a COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees. American Samoa a condition of employment, our employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved Oregon American Samoa otherwise required by law.

Job title: Lead Union Representative (El Centro, California)

Company: United Domestic Workers

Expected salary: $66560 – 84624.1 per year

Location: El Centro, California

Job date: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 02:32:15 GMT