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DMV Joint Labor Management Committee Recap – Nov 2024
On November 20th, your union met with the Department of Motor Vehicles’ top level management team, to address various issues regarding our working conditions. Vacation Bidding There is confusion regarding vacation bids when it comes to hours available, as some...

Advanced Steward Training Webinar (AST)
As a Job Steward, you are the backbone of our Union’s strength. To help you lead with even greater impact, we invite you to our upcoming Advanced Steward Training (AST). Each steward is required to attend at least two ASTs per year, and this session is a perfect...

Bakersfield College (BC) LVN to RN Apprenticeship Information
We are excited to announce that we are currently accepting applications for the LVN to RN Apprenticeship Program at Bakersfield College (BC) for a March 2025 cohort start. First launched in 2015, this program has been our longest running apprenticeship, and we are...

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BU1 Reclassification Survey!
Dear Bargaining Unit 1 Employees, Thank you to everyone who attended our Town Halls on November 7. Your engagement and questions were invaluable as we navigate the state’s proposed analyst reclassification within Bargaining Unit 1. Your input is essential in our...

We are excited to announce the launch of Empower U, our new training platform designed to support and empower you in your steward role! Empower U offers you access to a comprehensive suite of training materials tailored to enhance your skills and support you in...

November 2024 Meeting Update: CSC (Correctional Supervising Cooks) Food Services
Our Union’s Bargaining Unit 15, representing Statewide CSC (Correctional Supervising Cooks) Food Services, recently met with CalHR, CDCR, and CCHCS to address various issues affecting our operations statewide. We raised concerns on the following topics: Equipment...

Reclassification Update: Register for Nov. 7 Town Hall
Dear Bargaining Unit 1 Employees, In response to the state’s proposed analyst classification series consolidation and reclassification within Bargaining Unit 1, we at SEIU Local 1000 are working to ensure that any changes support your career growth and job stability....

Union Secures Big Wins for Our Members: Standing Together Pays off
At SEIU Local 1000, our mission is simple: we fight for you. And recently, we helped two of our members recover the money they were owed after facing frustrating delays. These cases highlight the power of having a union that's always ready to take action. Case 1:...

Protect Workers from Extreme Heat – Join Our November 20 Forum
Heat-related illnesses are preventable, yet thousands of workers suffer every year, with some cases tragically ending in death. Climate change is intensifying extreme heat, and this is projected to impact more people than all other climate issues combined. With heat...