Regional Office Manager - Durham, North Carolina

Title: Regional Office Manager

Fight for $15 and a Union

Location: Can be based in or near any one of the following cities: Raleigh-Durham, NC, Atlanta, GA, Columbia, SC or Asheville, NC.

Job Type: Full Time

Reports To: OPERATIONS & FINANCE MANAGER

Supervises: This position does not supervise staff.

Purpose of Position: The SEIU-NFFWU Regional Office Manager will organize and coordinate office administration and procedures, in order to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency and safety. The Office Manager is responsible for developing communication protocols among the regional staff, and assisting staff in a variety of administrative tasks. The Regional Office Manager will handle a wide range of administrative and executive support related tasks and is able to work independently with little or no supervision. This is a bargaining unit position.

About SEIU NFFWU

SEIU NFFWU is working to expand the movement and deepen the successful fights to raise employment standards and unite workers in organizing their union in the fast-food industry through national, state and community campaigns.

Office Manager key skills & proficiencies:

§  Communication

§  Analysis and Assessment

§  Judgment

§  Problem Solving

§  Planning and Organization

§  Time Management

§  Attention to Detail

§  Accuracy

§  Adaptability

§  Teamwork

§  Developing Standards

§  Process Improvement

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:      

Proven office management, administrative or assistant experience.

Knowledge of office management responsibilities, systems and procedures.

Proficiency in the use of PC and or Laptop.

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft and Google products

Should be an independent, detail-oriented, creative thinker  

Effective communicator, strong verbal and written communication skill  

Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.   

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Strong organizational and planning skills.

Ability to follow through on projects independently.

Ability to work well under stress.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members, staff & regional leadership.

Ability to juggle and prioritize many conflicting demands.

Union experience and/or commitment to the principals of the trade union movement. 

Bilingual Spanish a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The position can be based in any one of the following cities:  Raleigh-Durham, NC, Atlanta, GA, Columbia, SC or Asheville, NC.  Work is generally performed from an office setting or other location to complete the required assignments of the position.  Long and extended hours and a minimal amount of overnight travel may be required.

To apply:  Submit a cover letter expressing your interest and a resume to jobs@thefightfor15.org.  Please put the job title in the subject line.

SEIU NFFWU is an Equal Opportunity employer that values and respects the diversity of its staff. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. 

SEIU NFFWU staff enjoys top-notch benefits including comprehensive health benefits, major medical, dental and vision for employee and eligible dependents, competitive salaries, generous holiday and vacation policies, and a 401(K) Plan.