Organizing Operations/ Logistics Assistant
SEIU (Service Employees International Union)JOB TITLE:
Organizing Operations/Logistics AssistantGRADE:
PS1ANNUAL SALARY:
$70,730.
82LOCATION:
Washington, DCORGANIZATIONAL Overview:
We are the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), a union of about 2 million diverse members in healthcare, the public sector, and property services.
We believe in and ?ght for our Vision for a Just Society:
where all workers are valued and all people respected-no matter where we come from or what color we are; where all families and communities can thrive; and where we leave a better and more equitable world for generations to come.
We are an anti-racist union determined to check corporate power and uproot structural racism through unions-worker power and collective action-and government-legislative and political action.
We ?ght for Unions for All and a Government that Works for All so that all of us, across race and place, can have power together in unions and participate fully in our democracy.
PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Operations Program Manager, the Organizing Operations/Logistics Assistant will assist with all aspects of the day-to-day organizing logistics and operations of the National Organizing Department which include budget monitoring, and coordinating logistical needs for the Capacity Program training and other duties as assigned.
They will also support department-wide initiatives and events.
PRIMARY
Responsibilities:
(Any one position may not include all of the speci?c duties and responsibilities listed.
Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classi?cation.
) Provides logistics for in-person and virtual trainings/meetings, and provides onsite logistical support for in-person meetings as needed.
Works collaboratively with the training coordinators to plan and execute Organizing trainings to assist with the development of training agendas, printing curriculum, handouts and arranging all aspects of lodging, catering and room set up.
Arranges travel logistics including, but not limited to ?ights, car rentals, hotel accommodations and housing, makes any changes necessary, con?rms that individuals or groups have completed travel or arrived at destinations, and alerts manager or his or her designee of any potential or realized problems.
Provides logistical assistance associated with production of materials for conferences, trainings and other Assists with the identi?cation and adoption of best practices to increase e?ectiveness and e?ciency of Organizing Operations.
Responsible for budget management, including tracking budget to actual spending and provides reporting on a monthly basis as well as on an ad hoc basis, related to Organizing expenditures.
Develops and maintains systems to track and store critical information related to the Assists with the processing of contracts, payment and ?nancial transactions with locals, vendors and partner Serves as a liaison to Finance, Meetings and Travel and other SEIU departments to assist department sta? with resolving problems.
Assist with booking guest travel for events and Adhere to strict deadlines for completion of all assigned Perform other duties and special projects as assigned in support of the goals and objectives of the National Organizing CONTACTS:
Include SEIU ?eld and headquarters sta? and leaders, Local Union leaders.
DIRECTION & DECISION MAKING:
This position reports to the Organizing Operations Program Manager and the incumbent works under general supervision.
EDUCATION &
Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred; and at least three (3) years of related work experience with a minimum of one (1) year of experience with campaign and ?eld logistics, budgets, operations, meeting planning, database development; and familiarity speci?cally with ?eld-based operations and campaigns or High School diploma or GED; and ?ve (5) years of experience in campaign and ?eld logistics operations, budgets, meeting planning, database development; and familiarity speci?cally with ?eld-based operations and campaigns.
Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
A high level of curiosity about SEIU and social/economic justice Passion for improving the lives of SEIU members and working people Outstanding writing, verbal, and analytical communication Skill in the use of Microsoft O?ce and Google Suite Skilled in planning, organizing and executing small- and large-scale meetings, trainings and other events on short notice, including agendas and workshops within an established budget.
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and Ability to handle multiple priority projects simultaneously and meet established Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task; above average organizational Ability to adapt to changing situations on a daily Demonstrated ability to be diplomatic, taking a professional approach to problem solving while thinking independently and creatively.
Ability to Skilled in developing and maintaining e?ective relationships with consultants, vendors and all levels of sta? at headquarters, in the ?eld and in local unions Ability to develop, monitor and analyze budgets A high level of judgment, ability to take initiative, and work independently Commitment to promoting SEIU's goals Previous campaign coordination experience preferred; and skilled in the use of accounting software is PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work in this position will generally be performed in an o?ce setting.
However, the job may require work in other settings conducive to performing the tasks required to complete assignments.
Must be available for some travel, including overnight stays.
Travel and work beyond traditional business hours is required.
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment.
Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for either a) a certain medical condition(s); or b) on the basis of sincerely held strong religious beliefs and practices.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
A resume and cover letter are required for all applications.
Recommended Skills Adaptability Agenda Development Analytical Communication Database Deployment Decision Making Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Organizing Operations/Logistics AssistantGRADE:
PS1ANNUAL SALARY:
$70,730.
82LOCATION:
Washington, DCORGANIZATIONAL Overview:
We are the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), a union of about 2 million diverse members in healthcare, the public sector, and property services.
We believe in and ?ght for our Vision for a Just Society:
where all workers are valued and all people respected-no matter where we come from or what color we are; where all families and communities can thrive; and where we leave a better and more equitable world for generations to come.
We are an anti-racist union determined to check corporate power and uproot structural racism through unions-worker power and collective action-and government-legislative and political action.
We ?ght for Unions for All and a Government that Works for All so that all of us, across race and place, can have power together in unions and participate fully in our democracy.
PURPOSE:
Reporting to the Operations Program Manager, the Organizing Operations/Logistics Assistant will assist with all aspects of the day-to-day organizing logistics and operations of the National Organizing Department which include budget monitoring, and coordinating logistical needs for the Capacity Program training and other duties as assigned.
They will also support department-wide initiatives and events.
PRIMARY
Responsibilities:
(Any one position may not include all of the speci?c duties and responsibilities listed.
Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classi?cation.
) Provides logistics for in-person and virtual trainings/meetings, and provides onsite logistical support for in-person meetings as needed.
Works collaboratively with the training coordinators to plan and execute Organizing trainings to assist with the development of training agendas, printing curriculum, handouts and arranging all aspects of lodging, catering and room set up.
Arranges travel logistics including, but not limited to ?ights, car rentals, hotel accommodations and housing, makes any changes necessary, con?rms that individuals or groups have completed travel or arrived at destinations, and alerts manager or his or her designee of any potential or realized problems.
Provides logistical assistance associated with production of materials for conferences, trainings and other Assists with the identi?cation and adoption of best practices to increase e?ectiveness and e?ciency of Organizing Operations.
Responsible for budget management, including tracking budget to actual spending and provides reporting on a monthly basis as well as on an ad hoc basis, related to Organizing expenditures.
Develops and maintains systems to track and store critical information related to the Assists with the processing of contracts, payment and ?nancial transactions with locals, vendors and partner Serves as a liaison to Finance, Meetings and Travel and other SEIU departments to assist department sta? with resolving problems.
Assist with booking guest travel for events and Adhere to strict deadlines for completion of all assigned Perform other duties and special projects as assigned in support of the goals and objectives of the National Organizing CONTACTS:
Include SEIU ?eld and headquarters sta? and leaders, Local Union leaders.
DIRECTION & DECISION MAKING:
This position reports to the Organizing Operations Program Manager and the incumbent works under general supervision.
EDUCATION &
Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred; and at least three (3) years of related work experience with a minimum of one (1) year of experience with campaign and ?eld logistics, budgets, operations, meeting planning, database development; and familiarity speci?cally with ?eld-based operations and campaigns or High School diploma or GED; and ?ve (5) years of experience in campaign and ?eld logistics operations, budgets, meeting planning, database development; and familiarity speci?cally with ?eld-based operations and campaigns.
Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
A high level of curiosity about SEIU and social/economic justice Passion for improving the lives of SEIU members and working people Outstanding writing, verbal, and analytical communication Skill in the use of Microsoft O?ce and Google Suite Skilled in planning, organizing and executing small- and large-scale meetings, trainings and other events on short notice, including agendas and workshops within an established budget.
Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and Ability to handle multiple priority projects simultaneously and meet established Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task; above average organizational Ability to adapt to changing situations on a daily Demonstrated ability to be diplomatic, taking a professional approach to problem solving while thinking independently and creatively.
Ability to Skilled in developing and maintaining e?ective relationships with consultants, vendors and all levels of sta? at headquarters, in the ?eld and in local unions Ability to develop, monitor and analyze budgets A high level of judgment, ability to take initiative, and work independently Commitment to promoting SEIU's goals Previous campaign coordination experience preferred; and skilled in the use of accounting software is PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work in this position will generally be performed in an o?ce setting.
However, the job may require work in other settings conducive to performing the tasks required to complete assignments.
Must be available for some travel, including overnight stays.
Travel and work beyond traditional business hours is required.
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment.
Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for either a) a certain medical condition(s); or b) on the basis of sincerely held strong religious beliefs and practices.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
A resume and cover letter are required for all applications.
Recommended Skills Adaptability Agenda Development Analytical Communication Database Deployment Decision Making Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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