Description SEIU 1199NW is looking for a Lead Organizer to lead a team of Organizers in supporting the organization’s initiatives. The right individual will have strong skills in leading organizers to identify, recruit and involve member-leaders in the workplace. The lead organizer also will work with the union’s staff and leadership to develop successful, innovative strategies for organizing and membership growth. Benefits include 100% paid medical insurance including co-pays and deductibles, no dental premium, 6% annual contribution to 401k, defined pension, 14 holidays, car reimbursement and many other extra benefits. Key Responsibilities include: • Communicate and support organization initiatives • Lead and mentor Organizers including monitoring daily work, recordkeeping, and reviewing & assisting with building weekly work plans • Regularly train and shadow Organizers in the turf • Regularly meet with the Sr. Team to report on progress of the turf and Organizers • Facilitate contract implementation in workplace • Lead political programing • Implement on-boarding program for Organizers in collaboration with Director of Staff Development • Work with e-board members to execute the plan of the Union • Design and coordinate staff training and development programs • Assist in the evaluation of organizers • Other related duties as assigned Requirements Qualifications for Lead Organizer • Proven ability to lead staff and members – minimum of 2-4 years • Experience running successful organizing campaigns • Contract negotiation experience • Ability to motivate, inspire and hold staff accountable to campaign work • Experience in leadership development • Ability to work with diverse range of people • Demonstrated ability to lead, train and evaluate staff • A minimum of 5 years union organizing experience including a leadership role • Strong Excel Skills • Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, and Teams