Political Education Organizer

ABOUT SEIU LOCAL 509

SEIU Local 509 is a fast growing, progressive union representing nearly 20,000 state workers, human service workers, higher education faculty and graduate student workers, and family child care providers in Massachusetts.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Local 509 is hiring a full-time Political Education Organizer, based in our Marlboro, MA office, starting March, 2026. Along with other union staff and leaders, the Political Education Organizer will assist in the coordination and implementation of Union political programs and educate members on the importance of political action and raise COPE contributions.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

• Assist Deputy Political Director in Coordinating and implementing SEIU Local 509 political program, including recruitment of member political organizers
• Help facilitate political trainings and member-to-member actions for 509 members
• Pitch COPE to members in their work places and educate them about priority legislation
• Support SEIU Local 509 member candidates running for elected office, as needed
• Recruit for the monthly Local 509 COPE (Committee on Political Education) meetings
• Help implement a statewide political activist network of Local 509 members.
• Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2-3 years experience in Massachusetts politics, campaign work, and/or the labor movement.
• Demonstrated ability to build and execute strategic field campaigns in support of an issue or candidate.
• Demonstrated writing ability and the ability to communicate union’s goals, particularly with respect to growing and increasing member participation in political campaigns and lobbying efforts.
• Ability to speak and present to various size audiences.
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with voter and volunteer databases and e-mail programs.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends, including travel throughout the state and some out of state travel.
• An insured, registered vehicle and a valid drivers’ license.
• Ability to speak a second language, particularly Spanish, preferred.
• Commitment to progressive social change.

SUPERVISION

Political Education Organizer works under the supervision of the Legislative & Political Director.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary range of $91,078.91 - $103,177.87, depending on experience. Generous leave and benefits package.

APPLICATION PROCESS

SEIU Local 509 is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity — women, people of color and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should submit a résumé and cover letter to jobapplication@seiu509.org

The deadline for application is May 1, 2026 but applications will be considered on a rolling basis. No phone calls or emails please.

Generous leave and benefits package.