Recruitment, Council Representative/Internal Organizer - Spokane Field Office/Ellensburg-Yakima Area

Council Representative/Internal Organizer

Spokane Field Office/Ellensburg-Yakima Area

Who We Are:

The Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE), AFSCME Council 28, has a long history of fighting for workers’ rights and employee benefits while tackling social justice issues with passion and energy. The WFSE has operated in the state capital for over 80 years, fighting for fairness and equality. We ensure hard-working public service workers get better pay, health care, retirement, and a healthy work environment. There’s more to accomplish, and we believe we can achieve it with the right personnel. Join our team and be part of a larger mission that will make an impact for years to come. Learn more about who we are at wfse.org.

What We’re Looking For:

The Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is recruiting to fill a vacancy in our Council Representative position in our Spokane Field Office, representing the Ellensburg and Yakima areas.  
This position works independently and as part of a team to coordinate and facilitate internal organizing and conduct worksite visits to engage members and offer solutions to workplace issues. Council Representatives activate membership by motivating and assisting members in coordinating workplace job actions and rallies; interact appropriately with members to resolve workplace issues through member mobilization, both in groups and in a one-to-one setting; and schedule, advertise, and conduct workplace informational meetings. 

Council Representatives conduct political grassroots organizing by scheduling, advertising, and conducting PEOPLE and Get Out The Vote (GOTV) presentations; scheduling, advertising, and conducting training for stewards, MAT Leaders, and members; and mentoring stewards. Additional duties include:

• Utilize knowledge of various collective bargaining agreements to process grievances on members' behalf effectively.
• Attends and presents cases to Local and Statewide Grievance Committees.
• Represent members, attend pre-disciplinary (Loudermill) meetings, and present cases at the top agency step of grievance hearings.
• Attends monthly local membership meetings and 
• Attends local and regional Union Management Communication Meetings.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 6 months of experience in labor unions, labor or community organizing, and basic personnel practices. 
• Possess a valid Washington driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, automobile insurance, and the ability to travel are mandatory conditions of employment. 
• May be called upon to carry and move up to twenty (20) pounds; participates in activities requiring extended periods of standing and sitting, indoors and outdoors. 
• Possess good written and oral communication skills by reading, writing, and communicating effectively. 
• Willingness to work long and irregular hours, including nights and weekends. 
• The ability to present information and speak to groups of varying sizes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with remote meeting software such as Zoom, Teams, etc.

Special Note:

• This position is overtime eligible.
• Selected candidates are expected to live within commuting distance of their assigned work location and Washington state.
• This position is eligible for overtime and may be required to work some weekends. 
• Travel is usually limited to the designated area of responsibility. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license, use of a personal vehicle, and valid vehicle insurance. 
• A motor vehicle report and a background check will be conducted as a condition of employment. 
• Benefits include 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, a $150 monthly cell phone allowance, a $400 monthly vehicle allowance, medical/dental/vision, life and long-term disability insurance, 401K, Pension Plan, personal holidays, and more. The salary range is $74,926 to $90,929 and will be determined commensurate with experience.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position(s), applicants must submit a resume, letter of interest, and at least three (3) professional references to [email protected]. Your letter of interest should clearly explain how your experience, training, and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position. 

This position is open until filled; however, applying as early as possible is to the applicant's advantage.

The Washington Federation of State Employees is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal access in a non-discriminatory manner to its programs and services for all persons without regard to race, creed, color, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, political affiliation, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any actual or perceived sensory, mental, or physical disability.
 
Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact the Human Resource Manager, Tiffany Wright, at (360) 339-5159 or [email protected].  People with a disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. The WFSE complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the Federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States, consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.