Field Coordinator, Public Services (Human Services)

Description

SEIU 503 is an organization of more than 72,000 Oregonians who, by joining together, are achieving what we cannot accomplish alone. By standing together, we have a voice in our contracts and our daily work lives. SEIU 503 members do more than 500 different jobs on the state, local government, and non-profit level. The services we provide include helping blind people get access to education, assisting nursing home patients, testing new drivers, collecting tax revenue, providing childcare, helping veterans, assisting at-risk youth, staffing our state universities, repairing bridges, maintaining Oregon's parks, and caring for seniors and people with disabilities.

The work we do touches the lives of every single Oregonian. We are proud to stand together for the quality services we provide for our communities and families.

Be part of SEIU Local 503, a strong and growing union that is on the front lines to fight for quality public services and a more just society for all workers.

General Description:

With shared vision and purpose, we will drive organizational change and effectiveness through a focus on staff and team development, accountability, and equity and inclusion.

The Public Services - Human Services Coordinator position will coordinate with the Public Services Director as well as the Public Services Field Coordinators and leads. This Coordinator will oversee the work of staff hired to work on the campaign as well as any MLDPs who are off the job to engage in the contract campaign. They will be expected to attend the Central Table negotiations sessions and team caucus' to assist as necessary in the preparation and effective execution of negotiations. Additionally, this coordinator will advise around bargaining strategy in conjunction with the Executive Director and chief bargainers as well as identify, develop, and implement legal, legislative, and regulatory strategies to advance the bargaining campaign.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive field plan to build a strike ready campaign with an equity and inclusion lens on building a strong membership base to engage and lead in the campaign

• Identify staffing needs for campaign and hire and supervise those positions

• Coordinate with legal, political, research and communications departments to build the campaign

• Provide ongoing direction and support to field coordinator team to lead on the bargaining campaign

• Prepare reports and present to the board as needed around the campaign

• Lead on field actions

• Engage in strategic planning around legislative and table strategy to maximize leverage

Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to progressive social change and activist experience.

• Experience developing member leaders in the field to lead on campaigns

• Experience leading bargaining tables as the spokesperson

• Proven ability to utilize information from and about workers, employers, economic/financial research to inform and develop campaign strategies.

• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, SalesForce and a variety of computer-based research tools.

• Excellent writing and communications skills.

• Ability to work well under tight deadlines and in a team environment.

• Readiness to work long, irregular hours and to attend weekend and evening activities.

Working Environment:

Group 2 - Requires occasional lifting and exertion for short periods

Office and field work involving travel to all areas of the state - sometimes with overnight stays - in a variety of environmental conditions. The workweek is Monday through Friday plus weekend work when specifically assigned. The workday may begin before and extend beyond normal office hours depending on the demands of the assignment.

Technology and Equipment:

• Operation of a motor vehicle

• Telephone

• Copier

• Computer Software: (Word, Excel, Salesforce, etc.)

Pay and Benefits:

Field Coordinators positions provide comprehensive fully paid health, dental and vision benefits for employee and eligible dependents, domestic partner benefits, generous holiday and vacation policies, a monthly car and cell phone allowance, and a 15% employer-paid defined contribution 401K. Compensation range is based on experience $87,636- $116,868 annually.

To apply:

Send cover letter and resume to Arturo Rodriguez Flores, Recruitment Strategist, rodriguezfloresa@seiu503.org.

Listing Type

Jobs | Hybrid

Categories

Nonprofit | Social Services

Position Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Mid Level | Senior Level

Employer Type

Direct Employer

Salary Min

87636

Salary Max

116868

Salary Type

/yr.