California State Employees Association
CSUEU/SEIU Local 2579

Organizer-in-Training
Southern California

Based in Northern California

 

Job # CSUEU.2026.02

California State University Employees Union (CSUEU), an affiliate of California State Employees Association (CSEA), has an opening which will be filled in the classification of Organizer in Training ($5,925/mo – $6,410/mo). The position will be based in Southern CA.

California State University Employees Union/SEIU Local 2579 represents approximately 35,000 represented employees across California. CSUEU’s members are the backbone of the California State University system. 

Under the direction of the Chief of Staff or her/his designee, completes a formal and informal training program, including extensive on-the-job training, designed to develop the skills necessary to advance into the journey level Union Representative/Organizer classification.

Duties include but are not limited to: 
This is an entry level Organizer classification. The required duties, which may or may not be continuously performed, include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Identify, recruit, train and develop worksite leaders and stewards.
2. Lead, motivate and mobilize worksite leaders, stewards and members in internal and external organizing, politics, community alliance building and other union activities.
3. Develop and maintain effective communication networks in worksites, including writing and distributing leaflets, notices, newsletters, emails and other materials among worksite leaders, stewards and members.
4. Apply social media and digital tools to the Union’s Organizing campaigns.
5. Visit members and potential members at their homes.
6. Create and maintain lists and charts, which may include input on, and operation of, computerized database systems.
7. Work with worksite stewards and leaders to represent members through the grievance and arbitration system, as well as mobilizing members to take action around issues in the worksite.
8. Effectively advance the Union’s positions in community groups, political groups, and labor councils and with local, state and federal officials and legislative bodies.
9. Conduct research and analyze data.
10. Prepare and present clear, concise and complete verbal and written reports.
11. Perform other related duties as required.

ELIGIBILITY:

1. Experience as a union steward or officer, or as an organizer in a field other than labor (community, social justice, environmental, etc.), or proven ability to carry on the responsibilities of the job.
2. Leadership and motivational skills.
3. Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to listen actively and frame issues.
4. Analytical skills directed towards strategic planning, and the ability to deal with conflicting/ changing priorities.
5. Ability to establish and maintain rapport with widely varied ethnic, occupational and social groups.
6. Basic computer skills, such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, email programs.
7. Ability to work within timelines under pressure and general supervision.
8. Willingness to work long and irregular hours and participate in all union wide activities.
9. Willingness to travel and work in different locations for determined periods of time.
10. Valid driver’s license, working automobile and valid auto insurance with minimum level of coverage required by staff union contract.
11. Commitment to social justice and building power for workers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual or multilingual skills.
• Familiarity with the California State University (CSU) system is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected status. We strongly encourage applications from individuals from historically underrepresented communities.

To Apply:
If you are interested in this position please send a cover letter and résumé to careers@calcsea.org. Please list the job number, Job # CSUEU.2026.02 in your subject line. No phone calls.