Campaign Director – National Bargaining

SEIU

. Lead the bargaining program area and develop and implement major program plans that strengthen collective bargaining and contract campaign capacity across local unions .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $135,609 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates professional mastery of collective bargaining and contract campaign strategy, with a strong ability to lead complex negotiations and develop effective program plans. Proven experience in supervising staff, managing budgets, and integrating racial justice principles into union strategies.

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Collective BargainingContract Campaign StrategyComplex NegotiationsProgram ManagementStaff Supervision

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Hard Skills

Strategic PlanningBudget ManagementProgram DevelopmentNegotiation TechniquesUnion Membership Growth Strategies

Soft Skills

Leadership DevelopmentRelationship BuildingJudgment and Decision-MakingOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

Labor NegotiationsMulti-Party NegotiationsRacial Justice IntegrationUnion Systems KnowledgeCoalition-Building

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the bargaining program area and develop and implement major program plans that strengthen collective bargaining and contract campaign capacity across local unions
Provide strategic leadership for complex bargaining efforts and contract campaigns, including first contracts, major strategic negotiations, multi-employer, multi-local, and cross-sector efforts
Identify politically sensitive bargaining issues, recommend strategic approaches, and implement decisions in coordination with Union Strength leadership and affiliate leaders
Maintain relationships with affiliate leaders and senior staff to assess bargaining needs, align strategy, and support effective execution of national and local bargaining priorities
Develop bargaining strategies, tools, standards, and training programs for local union leaders and staff
Lead bargaining training and leadership development initiatives
Supervise, coach, and develop staff assigned to the bargaining program area
Establish priorities, provide direction, and support high-quality execution of the work
Manage the defined budget and oversee expenditures within approved parameters
Maintain professional mastery of collective bargaining and contract campaign strategy and apply that expertise to complex bargaining challenges
Represent SEIU with external partners and organizations on matters related to national bargaining and contract campaigns
Exercise independent judgment and make decisions affecting the success or failure of the National Bargaining program area
Perform additional duties as needed in alignment with the Hub’s mission and goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of eight to nine (8–9) years of related, progressive experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Professional mastery of collective bargaining, contract campaign strategy, first contracts, and complex or multi-party negotiations
Substantial responsibility for complex labor negotiations, including first contracts and other major contract campaigns
Demonstrated experience leading programs and supervising staff
Ability to develop and implement major program plans and translate national bargaining priorities into effective strategies, workplans, and measurable outcomes
Ability to identify politically sensitive issues, exercise sound judgment, and implement sensitive decisions in coordination with senior leadership and affiliate leaders
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with affiliate leaders, senior staff, elected leaders, and external partners
Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, develop, and hold staff accountable while building diverse, inclusive, high-performing teams
Experience formulating and managing a program or functional budget and establishing priorities within approved resources
Proficiency in proven strategies for union membership growth, including understanding the connection between racial justice, worker power, and membership growth
Demonstrated ability to integrate racial justice and anti-racist principles into strategy, program development, staff management, and coalition-building
Ability to manage multiple complex priorities and projects, coordinate across departments and local unions, and deliver results in a timely manner
Excellent strategic planning, organizational, communication, facilitation, and leadership development skills
Knowledge of union systems, structures, cultures, and the roles of local unions and the International Union in collective bargaining
Ability to exercise substantial independent judgment and make decisions that may determine the success or failure of the National Bargaining program area
Must be available for frequent travel, with the ability to fly and stay overnight
Travel and work beyond traditional business hours are required

Benefits

Comp & perks

A comprehensive, employer-sponsored health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
A defined benefit pension plan
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Additional benefits consistent with a mission-driven workplace