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MyMichigan Health

Staffing Coordinator

Alpena, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Maintain and award all union employee PTO requests according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (20%)* Edits and prepares nursing staff payroll for approval. Help to post and award open shifts ...

MyMichigan Health

Staffing Coordinator

Alpena, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Maintain and award all union employee PTO requests according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (20%)* Edits and prepares nursing staff payroll for approval. Help to post and award open shifts ...

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How much do union staffing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for union staffing in the United States is $51,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $58,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in union staffing?

To thrive in union staffing, you need a solid understanding of labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and workforce planning, often supported by experience in human resources or labor relations. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS), HR software, and compliance management tools is typically required. Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills help build trust and effectively manage relationships between unions and employers. These competencies are essential for ensuring legal compliance, maintaining workforce stability, and fostering positive labor-management relations.

What is union staffing?

Union staffing refers to the process of hiring workers who are members of a labor union or filling positions that are governed by a union contract. Staffing agencies that specialize in union staffing help employers find qualified candidates who meet union requirements and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements. This type of staffing is common in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and public sectors, where union representation is prevalent. Union staffing helps both employers and workers by ensuring fair labor practices, standardized wages, and workplace protections.

How does a union staffing coordinator typically collaborate with union representatives and client organizations?

A Union Staffing coordinator acts as a bridge between union members, union representatives, and client organizations, ensuring staffing needs are met while adhering to collective bargaining agreements. This often involves regular communication with union officials to clarify job requirements, resolve disputes, and coordinate shift assignments. The role also requires close collaboration with HR teams and department managers at client companies to understand workforce needs and ensure compliance with labor regulations. Successful coordinators are proactive in managing relationships and addressing challenges quickly to maintain a positive and productive work environment.

What is the difference between Union Staffing vs Non-Union Staffing?

AspectUnion StaffingNon-Union Staffing
Credentials/CertificationsMay require union-specific certifications or trainingTypically no union-specific credentials required
Work EnvironmentUnionized workplaces with collective bargaining agreementsNon-unionized workplaces, often more flexible policies
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in construction, manufacturing, public sectorPrevalent in private sector, service industries
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare union vs non-union staffing for job security, benefitsOften contrasted with union staffing for flexibility, wages

Union Staffing involves workers represented by a union, with collective bargaining agreements that influence wages, benefits, and work conditions. Non-Union Staffing lacks union representation, offering more flexibility but potentially fewer benefits. Understanding these differences helps job seekers and employers choose the best staffing approach for their needs.

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Infographic showing various Union Staffing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 26% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,007 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Union Representative / Organizer, SEIU UHW, Local 2005

Current SEIU

Fresno, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Title: Union Representative/Organizer
Local: SEIU UHW, Local 2005
Location: Oakland, San Jose, Los Angeles, Stockton, Sacramento
Position Summary:
The decisions made by a Union Representative/Organizer can have profound effects on worker's lives. As such, a Union Representative/Organizer is responsible for articulating the Union's message to workers and for carrying out internal and external organizing programs of SEIU United Healthcare Workers - West, as defined by the Officers and Executive Board of the Union and division directors. The Union Representative/Organizer will also motivate and mobilize potential or existing members to protect their rights and improve the quality of their work lives and fight the boss. The Union Representative/Organizer will provide effective leadership to carry out the goals of the Union in training and leadership development, new organizing, internal organizing, and political action. The Union Representative will also negotiate collective bargaining agreements, file and resolve grievances, meet and implement Union policies with employer representatives and with members of the community and with community groups.
Job Functions:
  • Work with the Executive Board members, shop stewards and committee representatives to design and implement campaigns to build organizational power and be responsible for the effective functioning of the Union including leadership identification, recruitment, development, and training of members, stewards, and new.
  • Design and implement organizing campaigns to win Union recognition for unorganized workplaces, building organizing committees, identifying issues, leadership identification and development, and preparing workers for NLRB, MMBA and other elections, and/or strategic and recognition.
  • Exercise leadership, training and motivation to build and maintain a steward system designed to empower and mobilize workers through contract negotiation, contract enforcement, and other issues and disputes affecting workers. Assign tasks to stewards, be responsible for directing stewards with respect to developing and implementing Union policies on all workplace.
  • Educate workers and others on how power relationships work and how workers can/should use that.
  • Communicate with workers including listening, framing issues and motivating them to participate actively.
  • Visit work sites on a regular basis covering all shifts. Listen to workers concerns, determine when to file grievances, determine on what basis to settle grievances or prepare grievances for arbitration.
  • Organize rallies and demonstrations; provide strike support including organizing workers and members involvement, support actions, pressure campaigns on employers and building community support.
  • Develop written materials including newsletters, training materials, other literature, and press releases,
  • Participate in lobbying at State, Federal and local levels and educate and mobilize members around the Union's political program.
  • Lead workers in community issues and build relationships with relevant people/groups/organizations outside the Union
  • Recruit rank and file members to sit on Political Action Committees and participate in organizing legislative and electoral campaigns.
  • Represent the Union as assigned in community and labor coalition activities.
  • Lead other organizer(s) and be responsible for a program of the Union when assigned.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings.
  • Complete all required administrative tasks (i.e., Activity forms, expense forms, etc.) in a timely manner.
  • Maintain accurate record keeping on facility records.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Required to work long and varying hours including weekends, nights and holidays. Regular worksite visits, home visits and Requires constant use of independent judgment, self motivation, and capability of doing all the above duties with minimal supervision.
  • Driving long distances for extended periods of time is also required. Travel both statewide and out of state with overnights and periods away from home may be.

Qualifications:
  • Experience as a Union Representative/Organizer or proven ability to carry on the responsibilities of the job.
  • Knowledge of or ability to learn relevant special body of knowledge including labor law like NLRA, MMBA, FLSA, Cal OSHA, FMLA, Title 22, ADA, Workers Compensation.
  • Knowledge of workers, the workplace, labor, and political issues.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to relate, establish and cultivate respectful relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Adept at leading and motivating workers in necessary struggles.
  • Dedication to workers' rights and social justice.
  • Skilled at managing and meeting many and varying deadlines.
  • Effective informal and formal negotiating skills.
  • Effective demonstrable oral, written and listening skills in English; bilingual skills highly desirable.
  • Excellent analytical and judgment skills as demonstrable by the ability to assess information and evidence and act strategically.
  • Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills showing flexibility as needed; adept at dealing with conflicting/changing priorities.
  • Effective facilitating and organizing meeting skills.
  • Ability to work and organize independently and as part of a team.
  • Working knowledge of or ability to learn computer programs including Word, e-mail, accessing the internet, and databases.

The Union Representative/Organizer is required to have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance and a working automobile. Vehicles purchased after becoming a Union Representative/Organizer must be union made as approved by the United Auto Workers Union as a condition to receive the auto allowance.
Physical Demands:
The capacity to lift up to 25 pounds is required.
Relationships:
The Union Representative/Organizer works closely with and interact with Union members, unorganized workers, employers, government officials, the Executive Board members, officers, other staff, staff from other labor organizations and grassroots organizations.
Compensation:
SEIU-UHW offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefit package.
Application:
SEIU is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. To apply please go to https://www.seiu-uhw.org/about-seiu-uhw/jobs/.
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.

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