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District Labor Council 765
District Labor Council (DLC) 765 is one of fifty geographic/departmental subdivisions of SEIU Local 1000. Each DLC has a President, who sits on the SEIU Local 1000 Council, the governing body for SEIU Local 1000. Each DLC also has an Executive Board; DLC 765's is...

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...

Don’t Be Fooled: Protect Your Union Power This Halloween!
As Halloween approaches, you might see some spooky messages encouraging you to opt out of your union dues, promising "treats" like extra cash in your paycheck. But don't be tricked by these distractions-opting out weakens the very power that's won the wages, benefits,...