Senior Campaign Communications Specialist-Worker Power

The Senior Campaign Communications Specialist for Worker Power is responsible for the development and implementation of communications plans and materials for various union outreach efforts spanning the union’s work in organizing, mobilization, bargaining, and campaigns.  May help lead local union communications staff and specialists in developing and coordinating public relations, media relations, and general communications support for campaigns and other union projects.  

Working on the Narrative & Engagement Worker Power team, they are part of a team that translates the union's strategic organizing goals into actionable, amplified, and cohesive communications plans and campaigns. They ensure a consistent, compelling, and coordinated message that drives membership growth and strengthens the union's presence across key sectors and geographies.

Include SEIU staff and other experts on campaign communications issues.

This position reports to a Communications Program Manager, and the incumbent works independently. 

•   Four (4) years of work experience in media relations, digital communications, public affairs, or campaign communications including all aspects of the media or communications production process or thorough knowledge of labor movement or other advocacy organizations.
• Thorough knowledge of digital and print media systems; knowledge of advertising techniques preferred.   
• Knowledge of organizing and political campaign strategies preferred.
• Ability to perform pro-active media outreach, maintaining good working relationships with journalists, podcasters, influencers, and generating positive media coverage.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to work with elected leaders and staff in complex and sometimes political situations.
• Ability to act and organize time with extreme independence.
• Ability to handle multiple "priority" projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers including the Internet and Google Docs.
• Skilled in performing proactive media outreach.
• Skilled in developing “Media Pitch” to various outside journalistic outlets.

Work is generally performed in an office setting, but may be required to work in other settings conducive to performing the work required to complete the assignment, such as field assignments. Long and extended hours and travel required. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: SEIU offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our values as a labor organization and our commitment to the well-being and long-term security of our staff. Benefits include:

• A comprehensive, employer-sponsored health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• A defined benefit pension plan 
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Additional benefits consistent with a mission-driven workplace

SEIU believes that workers deserve dignity, stability, and the ability to plan for their futures, and our benefits are designed to support that belief.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:  36 weeks.

Writing test and writing samples required.