Labor Relations Specialist

Job Description And Duties Are you passionate about building strong relationships between labor and management? Do you thrive in high-impact roles where your expertise shapes policy, resolves conflicts, and drives organizational success? If so, the California State Lottery wants you on our team! We are seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and strategic Labor Relations Specialist to support our mission of supporting California’s public schools and supporting the people who make it all happen. Reporting to the Supervisor II, Labor Relations Manager, the Labor Relations Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring positive and productive labor-management relationships. This role is a trusted advisor to managers, a skilled interpreter of labor agreements, a strategic negotiator, and an advocate for fair and consistent workplace practices. The LRS also represents Lottery in joint labor management forum and expected to be a champion in conflict-resolution. This is an opportunity to influence decisions, resolve critical issues, and represent the Lottery in high-visibility conversations. This role also provides guidance and consultation on the more sensitive and complex labor problems and assists management in developing labor relations strategies to achieve goals and objectives in support of the Lottery's mission, vision and values (MVV). This position requires a current Labor Relations Specialist exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility. This position is headquartered at the (Location) and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California. When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery? People Are Drawn To The Lottery Because We: Are an energetic, creative, and talented team Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation Recognize individual and team contributions Support the importance of work-life balance Invest in the professional development of our team members Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements." It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission. Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. The Lottery is less than 30 minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, free gym, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!! Apply today to join a dynamic organization that is not only passionate about its mission, but also its people!! You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Schedule: Monday through Friday, within HRD core business hours but may occasionally need to be available after hours and/or on weekends Travel: Infrequent travel may be required Other: The Labor Relations Specialist will need to have a good working knowledge of the State Employer Employee Relations Act; the Dills Act; and various laws, rules, and policies associated with civil service labor agreements. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST Additional Documents Job Application Package ChecklistDuty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-534638 Position #(s): 358-231-9535-001 Working Title: Labor Relations Specialist Classification: LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST $7,172.00 - $8,910.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. We believe in California For All. In fiscal year 2024-25, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $9.2 billion with approximately $1.9 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers® games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, and SuperLotto Plus® and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot®. Department Website: http://www.calottery.com Special Requirements The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hiredIf you are basing your eligibility on education, (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts will be required upon appointment. 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: 10/20/2026 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). How To Apply 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. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: CA State Lottery N/A Attn: Human Resources JC 534638 700 N. 10th Street MS#6-5 Sacramento, CA 95811 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: CA State Lottery N/A Human Resources JC 534638 700 N. 10th Street MS#6-5 Sacramento, CA 95811 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualification requirements below. 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. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Experience in state government interpreting and working with management on the Dills Act and/or labor relations experience interpreting laws governing collective bargaining, including but not limited to grievance and complaint responses, participating in collective bargaining negotiations. Strong verbal and written commuication skills. Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities. Ability to read, analyze, and logically interpret and apply appropriate laws, rules, regulations, memoranda of understanding, policies, and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations and gain confidence with those contacted in the work environment. Ability to reason logically, analyze situations, and develop and evaluate alternatives and take effective action. Experience in handling stressful and/or sensitive situations with tact and labor-management diplomacy. Experience using good judgement and making sound decisions in critical situations. Creativity to address situations and/or scenarios that are not routine. Experience presenting information to management. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: http://www.calottery.com Human Resources Contact: Human Resources (916) 822-8158 careers@calottery.com Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Equal Employment Opportunity Office (916) 822-8458 eeooffice@calottery.com California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement Of Qualifications Candidates who fail to submit a statement of qualifications (SOQ) with their application or who fail to answer the below questions will be disqualified from consideration. In less than two pages using Arial, size 12 font, please answer the following: Describe a complex labor relations issue you assisted in resolving. Describe your experience in drafting grievance responses. Position Location 700 N 10th Street Sacramento, CA 95811 Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.