Job Description

Workers United-SEIU

Texas Organizer
Starbucks Campaign

Based in Texas

Workers United-SEIU seeks an Organizer to join the campaign to win justice for Starbucks workers. We are looking for a hardworking, driven, talented individual who is committed to winning campaigns for working people and is ready to immediately get to work with the Starbucks Organizing Team to support workers in winning a fair first contract.

WHO WE ARE: Workers United represents approximately 86,000 workers across the US and Canada. Our membership is diverse, and includes garment workers, food service workers, distribution center workers, and industrial laundry workers.

Workers United has a deeply rooted history representing garment workers. We are the former International Ladies Garment Workers’ Union, which was created in 1900 to fight sweatshops and improve working conditions and pay across the industry. The ILGWU was one the first U.S. unions to have a primarily female membership.

Today we still hold close to the values the union was founded on over 100 years ago; every industry is organizable and every worker deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a regional Coordinator, supports Starbucks workers in new organizing campaigns in their stores across Texas
• Organizes members in unionized Starbucks locations to build member strength and participation in union program
• Support with contract bargaining and dispute resolution as needed 
• Works along with campaign staff to carry out other duties as needed. 

Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in labor and/or community organizing is preferable
• Excellent interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to relate, establish, and cultivate respectful relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent communication skills and ability to develop varied communications tools as part of organizing campaigns
• Skilled at managing multiple projects, meeting varied deadlines, and being flexible with changing priorities
• Effective demonstrable oral, written and listening skills in English.
• Experienced in receiving and offering feedback openly and constructively 
• Effective facilitation and meeting management skills
• Experience organizing independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of computer programs including social media, Word, Excel, and good planning and administrative skills

REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and a car. Please note that this position will require a substantial amount of travel throughout the year. Travel expenses will be covered per CBA. 

LOCATION: Texas

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary range for this position is $61,000 to $70,716 commensurate with relevant experience. We offer a generous benefits package including fully employer-paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a pension. 

TO APPLY: 
Please fill out an application using this link, and indicate which position you are applying for in your cover letter:

This position is open until filled; however, the posting/acceptance of applications may close at any time.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Workers United - SEIU is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. We work to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforce policies against discrimination and sexual harassment

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