Political Coordinator Job at California State Council of SEIU, California

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  • California State Council of SEIU
  • California

Job Description

California State Council of SEIU


Political Coordinator

Based in California
(hybrid or remote)

Job Title:  Political Coordinator
Reports to:  Political Director

Purpose: The Political Coordinator is responsible for working with SEIU locals and allies to support the grassroots advocacy, electoral efforts, and capacity-building required to achieve our overall vision and goals. The position demands leadership ability, strong interpersonal skills, creativity, problem-solving abilities, robust planning skills, and a willingness to take on any task, big or small. The Coordinator works under the direction of the Political Director.

Essential Functions:

  1. Achieving campaign goals with little direct supervision.
  2. Work with allies, Local Union leaders and staff and International Union and State Council staff to set and achieve political program goals.
  3. Strategic planning, implementation and coordination of local union and multi-local campaigns and programs such as; fundraising, voter registration, grassroots issues, member education and participation in electoral and issue campaigns.
  4. Provide staff support and leadership to State Council Issue Teams and campaigns.
  5. Conduct and support training and leadership development programs for local union staff and members to support program implementation and capacity building. 
  6. Plan and coordinate State Council events and programs.
  7. Coordinate SEIU’s endorsement process for candidates and ballot measures.
  8. Plan, support and/or direct voter education and GOTV campaigns, both internally with SEIU locals, with labor-to-labor campaigns and in independent expenditure campaigns.
  9. Prepare and/or support the creation of member education materials.
  10. Manage relevant technology to assist with electoral, legislative and issue campaigns
  11. Track and report on field campaign activities, including issue and electoral campaigns, and work with SEIU locals to increase their internal tracking and accountability. 
  12. Coordinate SEIU participation with Central Labor Councils, the SEIU International Union and other coalition partners.
  13. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

  1. Strong personal commitment to the Labor Movement and State Council’s mission and values.
  2. Ability to represent the State Council and SEIU in all public activities such as with members, elected officials, community allies and the larger labor community.
  3. Minimum 3 years of experience with a union, or political, community or advocacy group, planning and directing electoral, issue and/or other campaigns.
  4. Demonstrated strategic planning and implementation of programs and/or campaigns.
  5. Ability to plan and manage multiple campaigns and projects simultaneously in a high-pressure environment requiring rapid adjustment to changing priorities and strategies.
  6. Proven ability to work with a diverse group of people, including union members, union staff and leaders, and elected officials.
  7. Outstanding interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate, lead, build strong working relationships and hold others accountable.
  8. A thorough understanding and appreciation of the skills necessary for long-term base building and leadership development.
  9. Self-motivated, great attitude and strong team player.
  10. Strong sense of professionalism and integrity.
  11. Strong writing skills.
  12. Basic competency and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
  13. Commitment to continuous learning.

Extent of public contact: 100% including high level Local Leaders and staff, Elected Officials, Government and State agency employees and representatives.

Fiscal Responsibilities: Responsible for use of organizational credit card, and accurate accounting of personal business expenditures and expense reporting process.

Work conditions and environment:  This position is located in California, and can be hybrid or remote.  Willingness to work long hours including weekends and statewide travel up to 50%.  Ability to maintain professionalism and productivity in a high-pressure environment. 

Salary and benefits: Salary range $98,870.21 – $168,719.48, commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits. 

To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé to:  jobs@seiucal.org .

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