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... and activist approaches. With a focus on long-term growth and sustainability, we leverage our ... Key Requirements * Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field. * At least 2 years of ...

$83K - $110K/yr

... , activist campaigns, restructurings, earnings inflection points and market-moving moments of ... Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field* 4+ years of experience in ...

Part Time Membership Promoter

Hyattsville, MD · On-site

$21.63 - $22.59/hr

Conduct door-to-door and site-based outreach using digital technology in the field * List building and leadership Identification of hot leads (potential activist and leaders) * Base building - ensure ...

Organizing Specialist

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$101K - $113K/yr

Field Services SUPERVISOR: Director Field and Organizing LOCATION: St. Paul HOURS/STATUS ... At least one year of experience as a rank and-file union activist in healthcare or education ...

Part Time Membership Promoter

Hyattsville, MD · On-site

$21.63 - $22.59/hr

Conduct door-to-door and site-based outreach using digital technology in the field * List building and leadership Identification of hot leads (potential activist and leaders) * Base building - ensure ...

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What is a field activist?

Field activists are individuals who work on the ground to promote, support, or advocate for a particular cause, social movement, or political campaign. They often engage directly with communities, organize events or demonstrations, gather signatures, educate the public, and liaise with stakeholders to drive change. Field activists play a critical role in raising awareness and mobilizing support for issues ranging from environmental protection to human rights. Their work typically involves travel, outreach, and hands-on action in various locations.

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Political Organizer, SEIU Local 1199

Washington, DC • On-site

$81K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

POSITION TITLE: Political Organizer
ASSIGNMENT: Political Action
AREA: Westchester County, New York
REPORTS TO: Director
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt/Unlimited - Regular Full Time
SALARY: $81,426.5452
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates should have a background in union organizing, progressive politics and/or political campaigns with an emphasis on field organizing. It is essential that candidates be a quick study of electoral districts and representatives. Candidates should have experience with event turnout, volunteer recruitment and mobilization. Candidates should have a strong grasp on contemporary political, legislative and labor issues and current events. It is preferred that candidates have basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. Candidates should have adequate written and verbal communication skills including public speaking abilities. Experience with the healthcare community is a plus. Ability to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends. Candidates must maintain a valid state driver license.
JOB SUMMARY:
The primary focus of the Political Organizer includes:
  • Organizing and tracking voter registration and Political Action Contribution (PAC) sign-up campaigns
  • Providing support to Organizing staff during contract and organizing campaigns
  • Educating and mobilizing 1199SEIU members around political issues, legislative and electoral campaigns
  • Recruiting, training, and growing a cadre of Member Political Organizers (MPOs) and rank and file activists
  • Leading teams of members during release programs or campaigns
  • Advocating on behalf of 1199SEIU members with the offices of elected officials and community groups; building community coalitions on behalf of the Union

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Political Action Fund Organizing & Voter Registration:
  • Coordinate PAC and voter registration activities with 1199SEIU organizing staff - PAC institution blitzes, PAC sign up at ratification votes, membership meetings and other union activities.

Contract & Organizing Campaign Support:
  • Educate and mobilize members, in conjunction with division Officers and Organizer, through institutional outreach to attend meetings with elected officials, activist committees, union events, etc.

Issue, Legislative and Electoral Campaigns:
  • Plan and execute member mobilization activities in support of 1199SEIU endorsed candidates, legislation, and issue campaigns. Assist organizers with institutional recruitment of members to work on political campaigns.
  • Direct member mobilization field activities including door-to-door canvassing, phone banking and retail campaigning.
  • Work with the Communications Coordinator to recruit and prepare members to speak on behalf of the Union at legislative hearings, press conferences, electoral campaign events and other political activities.
  • Help manage in-district lobby activities.
  • Attend local political and government meetings as needed.
  • Leading teams of members during release programs or campaigns - track members' work, assist in evaluating, support, Lead teams.

Community Coalition Building:
  • Work with division staff to identify members involved in local community organizations and educate members on connecting healthcare issues with their community work.
  • Meet with local elected officials and other key political/community activists to establish political agenda and build coalitions. Attend relevant meetings of community organizations, labor unions, etc.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title and
every position does not necessarily require the same duties.
All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter via email to jobs@1199.org
1199/SEIU is an equal opportunity employer.
APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY:
1.22.26
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.