Lead Communicator

SEIU Local 1021 was founded in 2007 when ten local unions came together in Northern California to form one larger more powerful union. Together our members are building a true 21st century union fighting to empower our members and improve our society. We are 54000 strong - organizing and representing public service workers in cities counties courts schools private non-profits special districts public health care nursing and higher education. We are looking for energetic hard-working staff who are committed to real change who believe in the value of work and the value of public services and who want to be part of the team that wins for workers their families and their communities.

LOCATION: Northern California

RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the supervision of the Communications Director the Lead Communicator is responsible for all aspects of communication in support of SEIU Local 1021 core purposes. Duties vary by campaign and may include by are not limited to the following:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Design and present strategic campaign plans that accomplish organizational goalsthrough traditional and new media platforms with expected deliverables and deadlines.

Design write and edit publications talking head pieces broadcast scripts in-depthpolitical pieces brochures newsletters and feature stories

Develop curriculum materials and training for staff and members on communicationmethods

Regularly update and maintain campaign templates photo gallery and communicationsinformation that are easily accessible to staff

Coordinate all aspects of press conferences and media events including preparation anddistribution of press releases and advisories collecting information quotes and contactinformation and prepping training leaders to speak to the press

Capture and edit photos and video for production materials

Produce coordinated communication throughout the local across multiple platforms

Maintain and update SEIU Local 1021 website with campaign and member-specificinformation

Leads communications staff across multiple campaigns regions and industries.

Reviews communications team work plans and provides actionable feedback tocolleagues

Leads special projects designed to expand the Locals communications capacity.

Act as an internal agent of change consistently challenging leaders and staff to thinkdifferently about their work and the Locals vision

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Be forward-thinking bold and creative

Ability to think strategically about messaging and implementation of work into multiplecommunications platforms

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Understanding of union campaigns and issues and have the ability to articulate campaignmessages effectively for a worker audience

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Ability to work under pressure be well organized self-motivated and organizational

Ability to exercise good judgment

Ability to make good use of union resources and other available tools

Ability to build to communicate clearly and persuasively verbally and in writing

Ability to work independently under tight deadlines and in a team environment

An understanding of the labor movement and a commitment to improving conditions forworking people is essential

Willingness and desire to learn new technologies tactics and strategies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

2 years professional experience working in communications and press relations forunions progressive political campaigns or non-profit organizations

Prior experience with and understanding of the public sector preferred

Demonstrated understanding and application of graphic design principles

Experience using email marketing and advocacy tools

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Demonstrated understanding and use of social media and online tools such as FacebookInstagram Twitter YouTube

Commitment to racial gender and economic justice and their intersections both insideand outside organizations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to work irregular and long hours including weekends and holidays to attendrequired evening and weekend events/meetings

Extensive travel may be required primarily within Northern California

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The current salary range is $76054.81 $124917.00 based on qualifications and experience. There is a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid California drivers license; pass a DMV check and have a good driving recordHave auto insurance that covers business driving (minimum of $100000 perperson/$300000 per incident bodily injury liability/$50000 property coverage); and must possess an automobile for business use.TO APPLY e-mail a detailed resume cover letter and and three references to Your cover letter should include the following information:

how your experience prepares you for the responsibilities specified in this jobannouncement.

examples of your work experience that demonstrates your mastery of some of theskills and abilities listed in this job announcement.

how your work experience meets the preferred experience listed in the jobannouncement.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

SEIU Local 1021 is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race ethnicity age sex sexual orientation marital status religion or disability. Local 1021 works to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.