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Field Information Services (FIS) ManagerOrganization: SEIU
Date Posted: 4/19/2011
Listing Expires: 5/19/2011
City: Washington
Location: District of Columbia
Country: United States
Primary Category: Database Manager / Voter File Manager
Type of Position: Full-Time
Education Requirement: Bachelor's
Experience Requirement: 2 - 5 Years

Description & Details


SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), the nation's fastest growing labor organization representing more than 2 million workers, is seeking a FIS Manager for its Washington, DC headquarters.




Purpose:

This position is responsible for aiding the Assistant Field Information Services Director by managing all matters related to the development and maintenance of a membership database and integration of technology in organizing



Primary Responsibilities:

(Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)



Serves as the chief aid to the Assistant Field Information Services Director to develop and maintain the membership database.
Facilitates data management and data processing with Locals to be able to fully utilize member engagement technologies and data supported by FIS.
Responsible for the development of necessary databases and other technology needs and innovations for SEIU strength programs;
Where applicable, oversees requirements gathering, design, and development of new applications within member engagement databases.
Oversees the development of necessary plans, templates, manuals, and guides for implementation of tools and technology for member engagement.
Facilitates interactions between the Locals and International Union Departments and Divisions to achieve the goals of FIS.
Advises Locals on matters related to their technology and systems needs.
Performs other duties as required to support the Department and its mission


Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and graduate degree or equivalent in social sciences or management and at least three (3) years of political, issue or union organizing campaign experience. All candidates must be able to demonstrate the following knowledge skills and abilities.


Knowledge of labor or political field organizing methods.
Proficiency in SQL and relational databases
Knowledge of GIS software (ArcGIS, Maptitude)
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Access.
Expert knowledge of on-line organizing databases (e.g. Voter Activation Network - VAN, NUWS Organizers Toolbox, and Catalist).
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in politically sensitive situations.
Ability to handle multiple sensitive assignments in a timely manner.
Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Ability to analyze data and make sound, logical conclusions.
Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.



Physical Requirements:


Work is generally performed in an office setting. Long and extended hours and some travel required.