LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER I

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) seeks a Senior Labor Relations Advisor to join the Childcare Providers Labor Relations Division. You will provide expert guidance on labor relations practices, policies, and procedures to state partners and management.

This permanent, full-time position offers hybrid telework, a salary of $8,715–$9,899 per month, and benefits. Final filing date is September 14, 2026; applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• Experience consulting with labor relations professionals on practices, policies, and procedures.
• Experience negotiating labor agreements, including supporting negotiations.
• Experience analyzing, developing, and implementing labor relations strategies.
• Experience handling grievances and representing at joint labor-management committees, grievance conferences, arbitrations, and hearings.

Job description

Job Posting: Senior Labor Relations Advisor

Department of Human Resources

JC-530154 - Senior Labor Relations Advisor

LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER I

$8,715.00 - $9,899.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/14/2026

Job Description and Duties

Why join CalHR?

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) was named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner for strengths development, a national recognition of organizations that build cultures helping people do their best work. This honor reflects our department-wide investment in a strengths-based workplace that supports growth, leadership and a stronger employee experience. Join CalHR to work in an environment that prioritizes professional development and public service.

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is the pillar of human resources management for all state employees. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 400 CalHR team members who serve as trusted advisors to our strategic partners and the public. If you are interested in providing exceptional human resource services and guidance, CalHR is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside passionate professionals. Get to know us more here!

CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding.

CalHR is looking to welcome a Labor Relations Manager I to its Childcare Providers Labor Relations Division and you might be what we are looking for! In addition to the requirements of the position, our ideal candidate would be someone with a highly analytical and creative approach to problem solving and is dynamic, hardworking, and willing to learn the complexities of Childcare Providers Labor Relations.

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

Working Conditions

• Career Development: CalHR provides continuous learning and training opportunities to support personal and professional growth, including two Professional Development Days per fiscal year.
• Location: CalHR is centrally located near the Ice Blocks in downtown Sacramento, with many dining and shopping options nearby.
• Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
• Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• Compensation: The advertised salary reflects gross pay before taxes and payroll deductions. Actual take-home pay will vary based on applicable tax withholdings and employee benefit elections, including retirement plan contributions, health insurance, and other voluntary deductions.

This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs.

Personal Leave Program

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

Merit Salary Adjustment (MSA)

Approximately every twelve (12) months depending on the position and based on performance, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary of the position.

Minimum Requirements

LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER I

LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER I $8,715.00 - $9,899.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) oversees a wide range of matters related to employee salaries and benefits, job classifications, civil rights, training, exams, recruitment, and retention. For most employees, many of these matters are determined through the collective bargaining process managed by CalHR.

Our Mission: To serve as the trusted advisor to our strategic partners and the public, providing exceptional human resource services and guidance in developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Our Vision: Shaping California’s future of public service excellence with fair and equitable employment opportunities and a diverse, engaged workforce.

Core Values: People Centric, Leadership, Accountability, DEIA, Integrity, and Transparency.

Please note, CalHR is not an E-Verified employer.

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Applicants must number and include the full text of the SOQ items in their response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. SOQs should be limited to a maximum of three(3) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

• D describe your experience consulting with non-labor relations professional on labor relations practices, policies, and procedures.
• Describe your experience negotiating labor agreements, including any roles in which you supported or assisted with negotiations.
• Describe your experience analyzing, developing, and implementing labor relations strategies.
• Describe your experience with grievance handling and serving as a representative at joint labor-management committees, grievance conferences, arbitrations, and evidentiary hearings.

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see our Work4CA guide.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to confidently and effectively communicate through written and oral communication
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and confidentiality
• Ability to work supervise, train, and mentor a labor relations team
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills
• Ability to efficiently utilize technology, including but not limited to Microsoft Office 365 (specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint), Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other virtual platforms is required

CalHR ensures that all state employees, retirees and their dependents have access to competitive, quality and affordable benefits. Please visit our new Benefits website at www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov for more information!

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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.

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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.