We are over 22,000 State workers, joined together in union to make Oregon a better place to live and work. We are DHS workers who provide direct services to over one million Oregonians each year, ODOT workers who put in …
Other InformationSteward Academy 220
Steward Academy (220)
Overview
Being a new steward can be intimidating, but with support all of us can learn to be effective stewards. State Worker Contract Specialists created this program so we can learn from each other, build relationships and …
Other InformationCandidate Statement for IU Convention Alternate Delegate Election
SEIU Local 503 Disclaimer: Nominated candidates were invited to submit a campaign statement not to exceed 400 words. SEIU 503 uniformly formats statements for publication and otherwise prints statements verbatim as submitted by the candidate(s). The following are statements and …
Other InformationBecome a Union Steward
The many roles of a steward
As an SEIU steward, your job involves much, much more than handling grievances. Grievances are important; they are often the most visible and dramatic aspect of the union’s presence.
But grievances should never be …
Other InformationMember Guide to Sublocal Elections
1. INTRODUCTION
SEIU Local 503 is democratically governed by our members who elect their sub-local leaders, the Board of Directors, and delegates to General Council, the supreme governing body of our union. Every two years, we elect over 700 leaders. …
Other InformationSublocal 99 Homecare Bylaws
Bylaws
Homecare Local 99: SEIU Local 503, OPEU
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ARTICLE I – DUTIES OF THE LOCAL
ARTICLE II – MEMBERSHIP
ARTICLE III – ELECTIONS
ARTICLE IV – DISTRICT DESIGNATION
ARTICLE V – EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
ARTICLE VI – DUTIES …
Other InformationMy Rights at Work
Because you are represented by SEIU 503, you have rights at work. Our ability to enforce these rights – along with our ability to fight for better wages and benefits – is built on the strength of our membership. When …
Other InformationExisting Policy Resolutions
The Existing Policy Resolutions document contains policies adopted at General Council over a period of 4 years. Click below to download a copy of SEIU Local 503’s current Existing Policy Resolutions.
Other InformationDisciplinary Investigations 104
Disciplinary Investigations (104)
Overview
This training covers part of the process from the time a worker comes to you as a steward with discipline, through your investigation, and ultimately your decision whether a just cause grievance is appropriate. Should have …