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RESPONSIBILITIES: Researchers are responsible for conducting in-depth research in support of all stages of assigned campaigns. Duties vary by campaign, and may include but are not limited to the following:

•Develops and executes research work plan that reflects campaign objectives along with lead staffand member leaders.

•Coordinates campaign research, utilizing information from and about workers, employers,economic/financial research on target or industry.

•Tracks and analyzes policy issues affecting the target industry;

•Conducts and interprets basic financial analysis of public and publicly funded entities in support ofbargaining and public policy work.

•Performs market analysis of target industries

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•A demonstrated commitment to progressive social change and activist experience;

•Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or prior researchexperience;

•Competence in a variety of research methods (interview, computer-based, etc.) and policy analysisskills, excellent writing and speaking ability; applied experience in either public interest issues,union organizing, or public fiscal/policy analysis;

•Familiarity with a variety of computer based research tools, basic financial concepts and goodquantitative skills;

•Excellent writing ability;

•Bilingual skills desirable;

•Ability to work independently under tight deadlines and in a team environment;

•Willingness to work long and irregular hours when needed to meet campaign demands.

EXPERIENCE: 2 years experience in research-related work.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid California driver’s license; must pass a DMV check and have a good driving record; must have auto insurance that covers business driving (minimum of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per incident bodily injury liability/$50,000 property coverage); and must possess an automobile for business use.

  Must be fully vaccinated against COVID 19.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: The current salary range is $68,332.95 – $118,968.57 based on qualifications and experience. SEIU Local 1021 offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

To Apply:  mail, or e-mail a cover letter, detailed resume and the name, address, and phone number of three references to SEIU Local 1021; 2201 Broadway, Suite 725, Oakland, CA 94612 or e-mail your cover letter, resume and references to jobs@seiu1021.org. Please indicate in your cover letter which position you are applying for.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER: SEIU Local 1021 is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Local 1021 works to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.