SEIU Local 1000 is the largest state worker union in the country, representing 96,000 state
employees throughout California. Our mission is to engage, mobilize and represent both our
members and our communities to achieve social and economic justice for all. The person
selected to join our leadership team will share our goal of fighting for all working people and our
vision for the future of the labor movement.

We are searching for a Communications Director who brings extensive experience in crafting
winning messages and strategies in a progressive campaign and or advocacy setting, fluency in
21st century tactics and a record of success directing rapid response and crisis communications
efforts.

You’ll lead a team of communications specialists and work closely with the leadership of the
union to engage and mobilize key internal and external audiences for organizing, representation,
bargaining, and political and legislative campaigns. Local 1000’s Communications Department is
a full-service operation responsible for print, design, digital, video and earned media
communications, as well as event production.

Duties:
 Develop and implement Local 1000’s internal and external strategic communications
plans, including in the areas of press, graphic design, mail and digital communications.
 Produce and supervise the production of newsletters, website, social media content, press
releases, public remarks and speeches, fliers, brochures, op-eds, talking points, letters to
the editor and other materials.
 Oversee proactive earned media and digital campaigns that reinforce, protect and expand
awareness of the union’s branding and mission.
 Work closely with Officers and staff to create short-term and long-term campaign plans,
in addition to communications strategies for increasing the size, strength, activism and
savvy of our union membership.
 Manage processes, projects and a team of staff to support, meet and exceed deadlines,
goals, and expectations.
 Serve as chief speech writer for union officers.
 Attend frequent special events, some of which occur in the evenings and/or weekends and
require overnight travel.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following Qualifications:
 5-7 years’ experience in political campaign and progressive advocacy communications,
branding and media relations.
 Proven record of success directing rapid response and crisis communications efforts.
 Extensive on the record media experience.
 Familiarity with social media strategy and digital best practices.
 Project management experience, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously,
and meet established deadlines.

 Experience in designing and implementing strategic communications plans for organizing
and political campaigns, as well as collective bargaining.
 Excellent writing, editing and interpersonal communication skills.
 Familiarity with local and national media.
 Proficiency with both PC and Mac-based word-processing tools.
 3-5 years’ experience supervising people and processes.
 Degree in media, communications, marketing, writing, or related area.

Who We Represent
SEIU Local 1000 represents 96,000 California state employees in nine different bargaining units.
Represented employees include professionals, educators, nurses and administrative and support
employees. Local 1000 has approximately 150 employees who work in six offices throughout the
state.

Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $140,919 to $178,307. SEIU Local 1000 employees enjoy
top notch benefits including fully employer-paid family health, dental and vision insurance; a
generous leave package; fully employer-paid defined benefit pension plan; 401(K); flexible
savings accounts for annual health and childcare expenses. This position will be hybrid,
requiring some in-office days in Sacramento with the flexibility of some work from home days
each week.

How to Apply:
 CLICK BELOW to submit your information including a cover letter and resume.
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Cover letters should describe your qualifications, experience and career goals, as well as a brief
description of why you want to work to realize Local 1000’s vision for building a strong union.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage
applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our goal is to
build a team that represents a variety of talents, skills, and abilities, creating an inclusive
environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to contribute to our
organization's success.