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California Air Resources Board · 5 days ago

Labor Relations Specialist

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$7,172/mo - $8,910/mo

The California Air Resources Board is an environmental organization committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace. The Labor Relations Specialist will develop, implement, and administer the labor relations program, oversee related programs at CalEPA, and represent management in various labor relations activities including collective bargaining and grievance resolution.

AssociationNon Profit

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Development, implementation, and administration of the labor relations program and policy

Overseeing and coordinating CalEPA Headquarters (HQ) building-wide related labor relations programs

Resolution of issues, complaints, and grievances

Represents CalEPA management and CARB in all phases of the State's Labor Relations Program

Participation in statewide collective bargaining

Meet and confer sessions

Impact bargaining with employee representatives

Qualification

Labor relationsCollective bargainingPolicy developmentGrievance resolutionTeam collaboration

Required

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment

The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position

The SOQ documents each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing

Candidates whose applications do not include the required SOQ will not be considered for this position

Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ

Require Name on SOQ

Require Job Control Number on SOQ

Maximum number of pages: 1 (Arial 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

Describe your experience working with labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, or employee organizations

Share an example of when you worked as part of a team to address a sensitive labor relations matter. What role did you play, and what was the result?

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered

Final Filing Date: 1/29/2026

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)

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

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: State Air Resources Board, Essam Gad, Attn: Classification and Certification Unit, 1001 I Street, 5th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: State Air Resources Board, Essam Gad, Classification and Certification Unit, 1001 I Street, 5th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814

The drop-off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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

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