Labor Relations Analyst

California Air Resources Board; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote interview options

Job summary

California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a Labor Relations Analyst for a 12-month limited-term assignment in Sacramento, hybrid work. You will conduct labor relations casework, research policies, draft responses, and support initial grievance handling within contract timelines.

Under supervision, you’ll assist with complex issues, escalate sensitive cases, and shadow senior staff during negotiations to build expertise for ongoing labor-management work in a public agency setting.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting labor relations casework and resolving grievances.
• Ability to analyze policy and contract language to support leadership decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional analytical work in support of CARB's Labor Relations program.
• Assist with complex labor issues, investigate and respond to first-level grievances within contractual timelines.
• Shadow senior staff during negotiations to build institutional expertise.

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-525239

Position #(s): 673-810-9529-946

Working Title: Labor Relations Analyst

Classification: LABOR RELATIONS ANALYST

$5,188.00 - $6,495.00 A

$6,241.00 - $7,816.00 B

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world’s most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

Job Description And Duties

This is a repost. If you have previously applied for this position, there is no need to reapply. This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. If you have permanent status and have passed probation, you have mandatory reinstatement rights into your former position/classification at the end of this LT appointment. You will be separated from state service if you have not had prior permanent or probationary civil service status. During this 12-month limited-term assignment, you may be entitled to receive health, dental, and vision benefits. You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits. Under the general direction of the Supervisor II, the Labor Relations Analyst (LRA) performs professional analytical work of average difficulty in support of California Air Resources Board (CARB)’s Labor Relations program. The LRA serves as the analytical tier of labor relations, researching policies, drafting grievance responses, and coordinating meet-and-discuss sessions. Working in close partnership with the higher-level Labor Relations Specialist (LRS), the LRA assists with complex labor issues, escalates sensitive cases, acts as an active backup, acts as a frontline resource to assist supervisors and managers in navigating, investigating, and responding to first-level grievances within established contractual timelines, and shadows the LRS during advanced negotiations and high-level strategy meetings to build institutional expertise.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

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

Final Filing Date: 9/11/2026

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).

• 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.
• Other -
  • Cover Letter
• Other -
  • Supplemental Questionnaire (See Special Requirements section for further information)

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.