Labor Relations Specialist

About the Role

Under the general direction of the Supervisor II, the Labor Relations Specialist (LRS) is responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of the labor relations program and policy, for overseeing and coordinating with the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) Headquarters (HQ) building-wide related labor relations programs, policies and resolution of issues, complaints, and grievances. Represents CalEPA management and California Air Resources Board (CARB) in all phases of the State's Labor Relations Program, including participation in statewide collective bargaining, meet and confer sessions, and impact bargaining with employee representatives.

Responsibilities

• Development, implementation, and administration of the labor relations program and policy
• Oversee and coordinate with CalEPA HQ building-wide related labor relations programs, policies and resolution of issues, complaints, and grievances
• Represent CalEPA management and CARB in all phases of the State's Labor Relations Program, including participation in statewide collective bargaining, meet and confer sessions, and impact bargaining with employee representatives

Special Requirements

Applicants must include a Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) for this recruitment. Applications without an SQ or including an SQ that does not directly answer all the items below will not be considered. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SQ.

• Require Name on SQ
• Require Job Control Number on SQ
• Maximum number of pages: 2

Supplemental Questionnaire Items:

1. Describe your experience conducting labor relations casework, including your role in resolving grievances, employee complaints, and other labor management disputes. In your response, identify your position title, the time frame of your involvement, and the results of your efforts.
2. Describe a situation where you evaluated conflicting information and applied policy or contract language to provide a recommendation to leadership. Explain the key factors you considered and the outcome of your analysis.

Pay

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Schedule

• 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
• This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent
• Telework: Hybrid
• Work Location: Sacramento County

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits (during this 12-month limited-term assignment)
• State Service credit
• Monthly leave credits

Required Application Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included
• Cover Letter
• Supplemental Questionnaire (See Special Requirements section for further information)

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 8/3/2026

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

Address for Mailing Application Packages

State Air Resources Board
Veronica Sweeten
Attn: Classification and Certification Unit
1001 I Street, 5th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

State Air Resources Board
Veronica Sweeten
Classification and Certification Unit
1001 I Street, 5th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Drop-off hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM. Drop-off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.