A Union Organizer is responsible for representing unions at the worksites. While the job duties tend to vary based on the type and size of the Union, the following are certain core work activities outlined on the Union Organizer Resume – coordinating union workers, advocating for safer working conditions, handling drug screening for new hiring, helping workers from different cultures to adapt to the present workplace, distributing leaflets and other promotional materials, developing union contracts, informing workers on the benefits of joining the unions, and visiting job sites of interest to recruit new union members.
Those seeking to make a career in this line should be able to denote on the resume the following skills and abilities – the ability to enforce rules, knowledge of signature petitioning, social media skills, excellent verbal communication abilities, leadership traits, and database management fluency. Most of the Union Organisers come from various academic backgrounds and are usually trained in public policies and advocacy.
Summary : Union Organizer is responsible for Identifying and engaging in campaigns to improve workers rights within an industry (e.g., healthcare, social security, labor standards), Developing outreach strategies to build support from the public and community groups for a given issue or program (e.g., issue identification, communications with key stakeholders), Developing strategies to address issues or programs that are not covered by existing campaigns (e.g., youth campaigns).
Skills : Special Education Teacher K-12, State Of Texas, Social Studies Teacher 4th-8th Grade, State Of Texas.
Description :
Employed by NEHAWU as the regional organiser at JHB region my duties deals with the following: To organize workers in companies, institution and NGO providing public service into Nehawu.
Trained and supported Shop stewards so that they are incapacitated to take their duties and proved high quality service and represent members.
Represented members in grievance and disciplinary hearings.
Refereed cases to conciliation and arbitration using the machinery established within the sector or via the CCMA.
Researched and studied case law in order to represent members effective.
Fully informed about union policies and strategies and be in the position to answer queries.
Conducted outreach to potential new members to ensure they understand the benefits they can receive from joining the union.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Union Organizer Resume
Objective : To work at a Union Organiser professional organisation utilising my background and education to help others achieve a quality and successful life. I am also attempting to complete requirements to become a certified addiction counsellor.
Utilised Employee Rosters and employing methods to sign new members from current pool of non-member employees at organiser companies.
Planned, routed and mapped for house calling.
Averaged over 100 new members per year signed.
Talked to drivers at non-union companies about the potential of union organising at the company they work at.
Assisted in two external organising campaigns.
Led one organising campaign.
Communicated with workers who are considering joining a union or who have been previously represented by another union organisation.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
GED
Union Organizer Resume
Headline : To apply my ambition in developing networking skills, leadership capabilities, and exceptional customer service to achieve corporate goals.
Skills : Microsoft Office Including Word, Excel, PowerPoint And Publisher.
Description :
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain effective time management and organisation method.
Strengthen the structure of SEIU Local union program by identifying, recruiting, and motivating members.
Built power by inorganic workers through both one-on-one recruiting and house visits.
Supported campaigns to move a pro-immigrant agenda at the local, state, and national levels.
Campaign worked includes developing strategies.
Engaged in direct action.
Mobilised community members and coalition partners to attend target events.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelors In Public Justice
Union Organizer Resume
Objective : Union Organizer with 2 years of experience in promoting wage increases that are negotiated by the union (e.g., health insurance), Negotiating wage increases based on job performance standards related to the workforce and productivity goals set by the company, Negotiating contracts negotiated by unions with employers that prohibit management from firing union members.
Updated company database with accurate information regarding providers.
Developed several local campaigns with the goals, strategies, and tactics necessary to execute the plan, including effective management of staff, volunteer, and administrative resources.
Developed effective and timely communications that capture the union's vision for building strength and achieving growth to members and leaders.
Supported Director of Development and Deputy Chief of Staff in prospecting for new individual and institutional donors.
Identified potential new donors from donor and prospecting data resources.
Recommended strategy for outreach to potential new donors, such as recommending areas of alignment between the organisation's work and donor interests.
Assembled required materials for major individual donor solicitations and pitches as needed, including by making recommendations about particular content to share with donors that aligns with their funding priorities.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Union Organizer Resume
Summary : Union Organizer with more than fifteen years of experience in fast-paced sales environment. Excellent communicator and people skills. Track record of achieving exceptional results in Sales and Services.
Skills : Government Relations, Planning Skills, Supervising Skills.
Description :
Advanced Local 789's lobbying agenda during the legislative session with both legislators and community organisations.
Researched current and emerging threats to Union employers and examined the power brokers of current Union organising targets to identify/analyse potential leverage points.
Created earned media events to draw attention to Union organising efforts including: increasing member participation at events, designing literature and supporting campaign materials, formulating press kits and following-up with media.
Participated in various outside organisations to increase the visibility of Local 789's agenda.
Worked with non-Union workers to form a Union in their workplace.
Participated in a successful organising campaign of more than 6,000 Pima County Workers.
Planned meetings, events, rallies, forums, etc.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
B.S. In Economics
Union Organizer Resume
Headline : Union Organizer is responsible for Updating company database with accurate information regarding providers, Developing several local campaigns with the goals, strategies, and tactics necessary to execute the plan, including effective management of staff, volunteer, and administrative resources.
Responsible for contacting home daycare providers in San Diego, CA in order to create a statewide union for the providers.
Prepared speeches for providers to be delivered at media events.
Signed up 38 home daycare providers for the statewide union.
Skilled at making alliances with workers and recruiting members to a growing union of 2,600 members of City of Austin and Travis County civilian employees.
Promoted wage increases that are negotiated by the union (e.g., health insurance).
Negotiated wage increases based on job performance standards related to the workforce and productivity goals set by the company.
Negotiated contracts negotiated by unions with employers that prohibit management from firing union members.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Union Organizer Resume
Headline : Dedicated, skilled, and dynamic Union Organiser professional; always seeks to exceed customer expectations and company goals; with excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.
Skills : Social Studies Teacher 4th-8th Grade, State Of Texas.
Description :
Assisted in identifying industry opportunities for the union by supporting our local business development efforts.
Assisted in negotiating contracts with management to improve employee benefits and wages within a company or industry environment.
Assisted in developing and maintaining strong relationships with other unions within your area or region; be part of a strong lobar community.
Attended mandatory meetings related to the union (e.g., monthly meetings).
Developed the Unions communications strategy with internal partners and external partners.
Represented the union to management, customers and investors.
Communicated with employees on behalf of the company in a professional manner at all times.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In English
Union Organizer Resume
Headline : Demonstrated competence in handling all general office duties, coordinate logistical aspects of regional events, and provided administrative support. Equipped with excellent organisational abilities and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated individual with a can-do attitude. Ability to work independently or within a team.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suite, Website Development, Video Production.
Description :
Represented workplace grievances to management when necessary.
Provided legal advice to members of the organisation on workplace issues.
Created a strong working environment by creating a safe, non-discriminatory environment for members of the organisation and their families. This includes employing.
Managed all aspects of organising and recruiting new members.
Attended all training sessions, including orientation, mandatory orientation, continuing education seminars and certification courses.
Conducted outreach to help organise new members to join the union.
Ensured that all members are properly registered with the union (e.g., dues payment).
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts
Union Organizer Resume
Headline : Union Organizer is responsible for Engaging with employee groups to develop common policy positions on matters of concern to workers' interests, Developing a plan to organise unions in an effort to advance the interests of workers, Providing education programs for workers regarding their rights under the law and other issues relevant to their workplace, Assisting management in negotiations with unions about compensation and benefits.
Skills : Planning Skills, Enrolment Management.
Description :
Made presentations at work and/or community events about the unions mission and goals (e.g., lobby for better wages or benefits).
Assisted with the development of friendly terms of service that can be used by non-unionised employees (e.g., no show fees).
Attended informational meetings on a regular basis (e.g., health plan enrolment).
Communicated effectively with other union representatives and employers in order to negotiate a fair agreement for all workers at the company.
Built relationships and work towards building trust among members of the company and their union representatives.
Ensured that all workers are represented during negotiations and meetings with employers.
Negotiated fair wages, benefits, hours of work and working conditions for all employees at the company.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Union Organizer Resume
Headline : Union Organizer is responsible for researching and analysing unionisation trends and needs, including demographics, political attitudes, and economic conditions, Initiating unionisation efforts with the local, state, or national government to ensure that a strong workplace environment is created for employees, Supporting the collective bargaining process by developing and maintaining effective communication channels between employees and management.
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