External Organizing Coordinator

The UFW is hiring an External Organizing Coordinator for the Santa Maria area which will perform a wide range of duties as assigned by the Fund Manager.  The Coordinator will plan, direct, and coordinate the UFW membership growth in the area.  

Responsible for initiating, managing and directing worker activities in the union organizing process including selecting organizing targets, recruiting and developing the organizing committee.

The position will be based in the Santa Maria area.  Candidates must be bilingual in both Spanish and English.  Ability to speak Mixteco is highly desired.  To be successful, the ideal candidate must have the ability to work alone, able to work evenings, be flexible in work hours, days and work independently.  This is an exempt position and NOT and Office job.  Please submit a cover letter along your resume.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Collaborate with the Fund Manager to formulate an organizing strategy. 
• Actively engage in MOR meetings to contribute valuable insights and ideas. 
• Guarantee the upkeep and precision of the VAN database within the designated companies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Ensures the establishment and upkeep of an effective and comprehensive worker leadership framework.
• Oversees and actively engages in the growth and education of a volunteer organization.
• Executes initiatives aimed at encouraging worker involvement.
• Provides training to worker leaders on organizing rights, union contract rights and workers' rights in general.
• Identifies and capitalizes on workers' concerns and interests.
• Utilizes relevant state and federal agencies when necessary.
• Builds majority support within designated companies through house visits, house meetings and other means.
• Administers NLRB/ALRB elections.
• Conducts card check recognition processes
• Demonstrates the ability to initiate and successfully complete organizing campaigns

PLANNING & AMINISTRATION

• Plans with the negotiating committee to prepare and conduct negotiations.
• Develops industry, and area councils to increase bargaining power.
• Use innovative strategies to grow the assigned area and sign the first contract.

RELATIONSHIPS

• Develops and maintains mutually beneficial relationships with workers, community based organizations at the assigned area.
• Develops and maintains relationship with organizing committee and negotiations committee
• Refers media inquiries to Regional Director or Fund Manager
• Develops and maintains relationships with religious, political and community leaders.
• ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES MAY BE ASSIGNED

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Oversee the activities of the organizing team (once growth goals are achieved), organizing committee, and negotiations committee. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To excel in this role, the individual must be capable of effectively carrying out each essential duty. The requirements outlined below reflect the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill their essential functions.

BENEFITS 

Great benefits package that includes family medical, dental, vision, pension, 401k, 12 paid holidays, 48 hours of sick pay & paid vacations. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

Education:

Completion of high school or equivalent.

Experience:

A minimum of three (3) years of experience in organizing, establishing committees, and cultivating leadership.

Knowledge:

Proficiency in utilizing the MOR planning process and implementing effective training methods for both members and employees. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Familiarity with the history and mission of the UFW, along with a willingness to make a long-term commitment, is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Proficiency in writing reports and business correspondence. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary. Bilingual in both Spanish and English is required.  Ability to speak Mixteco is preferred.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform calculations involving figures and amounts such as discounts, interest,     commissions, proportions, and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY

Capability to solve practical problems and handle various concrete variables in situations where standardization is limited. Proficiency in interpreting a variety of instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

A valid Class "C" Driver's License is required. Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word,  Excel, Email, and Internet) is necessary. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully fulfill the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.