I am interested in joining a union for clerical/office workers.....?
Asked by aprilgoof
I want the benefits of joining a union, but I'm not a labor wokrer. I am a customer service/administrative/clerical type of worker....are there any unions in the middle of illinois that are large????

Best Answer:
Although most any union will allow you to pay dues to them as a "registered member," the normal procedure it to first get hired for a job in a union's jurisdiction, THEN join the union. The exception is certain skilled jobs that a smaller company does not need done everyday (like plumber, painter, electrician) where first you join the union and the union sends you out on jobs and pay for your benefits out of your dues.