Labor Relations Manager
To be considered, please apply through your account on CalCareers to JC- 484709 by the application deadline of 7/25/2025.
This position is eligible to work a hybrid telework schedule. The physical reporting location for this position is close to historic Folsom, eateries, shopping, walking trails, and offers free parking! This position is not located inside a prison.
Start your CAREER and be a part of a team that reduces recidivism, increases prison safety, and enhances public safety by providing incarcerated individuals with productive work and training opportunities.
When joining state service in a full-time position, in your first 12 months, you will earn a MINIMUM of 156 PAID leave hours; have 11 paid/observed holidays; be eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits for you AND your family, and earn CalPERS retirement!
Under the general direction of the Chief, Human Resources, the Labor Relations Manager (LRM) functions as the unit's Labor Relations Officer (LRO)responsible for organizing, planning, and directing all areas of the Labor Relations (LR) Unit. The incumbent functions as a consultant on the most difficult and sensitive LR issues and is expected to consistently exercise a high degree of sound judgment, initiative, independence, and confidentiality while performing a demanding and priority-changing workload. Responsible for delivering sound guidance and advice to all levels of the managerial team, along with staff development in the fields of dispute resolution, research, negotiations, and presentation tactics.
Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 484709 by the application deadline of 7/25/2025
Steps to Apply -
- Create a CalCareers account - www.calcareers.ca.gov
- Create a state application template - Be detailed!
- Apply for the job - Make sure to apply before the application deadline
- Apply for the exam! - You can apply for the job first, then exam later.
You are encouraged to apply for this position if interested, then, to attain list eligibility, you must take the Labor Relations Manager I exam located at the link below.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1822
Desirable Qualifications
Desirable Qualifications are not required but are listed to demonstrate what experience/education would make the selected candidate most successful in this position. If you have this education/experience, you are encouraged to include this information in your application.
- Experience in administering labor contracts
- Experience with investigating and responding to grievances
- Experience in providing assistance to task force studies, analyzing legislation, case law, and administrative regulations in the field of labor relations
- Experience in the collective bargaining process
- Experience working with CASE, SEIU, and IUOE representatives
- Experience with the Board of Adjustment (BOA) process
- Experience in developing training materials and presenting information to supervisors and management
- Experience with Post & Bid processes
- Experience addressing labor concerns in a correctional environment
- Experience leading or supervising employees
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Ability to prioritized and ensure deadlines are met
- Ability to demonstrate good judgement and confidentiality
- Ability to communicate confidently and effectively through written and oral communication
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