Senior Labor Relations Advisor

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR); Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state benefits

Telework option

Job summary

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) seeks a Senior Labor Relations Advisor to join the Childcare Providers Labor Relations Division in Sacramento. The ideal candidate combines analytical thinking with a creative problem-solving approach and is dynamic, hardworking, and eager to learn the intricacies of childcare labor relations.

The position supports professional development, provides telework options, and offers robust state benefits, with salary listed as $8,715.00 - $9,899.00

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements described in the Class Specification.
• Desirable Qualifications include strong communication, confidentiality, supervision and mentoring, organizational and time management skills.

Job description

Job Description And Duties

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.

Why join CalHR?

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.

About This Role

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.

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.

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.

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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code

JC-530154

Position #(s)

363-350-9537-002

Working Title

Senior Labor Relations Advisor

Classification

LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER I

Salary

$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

Work Location

Sacramento County

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.

Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov

Special Requirements

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.

• 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.

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

Benefits

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

Human Resources Contact: Jordan Mariner
[phone]
[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact: Candace Hyatt
[phone]
[e-mail]

EEO Contact: RA Coordinators
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

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.

Examination Information

Take the online Labor Relations Manager I examination to become list eligible.

The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) is an optional pathway to state civil service for people with disabilities. Visit the CalHR LEAP page for additional information.

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.

Final Filing Date: 9/14/2026