The Mission of the Civil Rights Department (CRD) is to protect the people of California from discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations, and from perpetration of acts of hate violence.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Director (CEA), Administrative Services Division, the Labor Relations Officer is responsible to create, implement and administer the Civil Rights Department (CRD)'s Labor Relations Program and Performance Management Program. Related to the Labor Relations Program, the Labor Relations Officer provides program direction and guidance to CRD's supervisors/managers on matters such as contract interpretation, working conditions, handling of grievances and complaints, workplace changes, and contract negotiation proposals. Related to the Performance Management Program, the Labor Relations Officer provides direction and guidance to supervisors/managers regarding performance expectations, progressive discipline recommendations, and administrative process defense policies and strategies. The Labor Relations Officer has contact and may act as the department's liaison with departmental management and staff, control agency representatives, collective bargaining agencies and staff, and other state agency personnel.

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

Working Conditions

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Requires ability to effectively handle stress, and work in a noisy and fast paced environment.

• Requires daily use of a telephone, computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse in a workstation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day.

• Requires ability to complete tasks that require reaching, bending, grasping, and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties.

• Requires punctual and regular attendance.

• Requires occasional driving to conduct state business.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-435365

Position #(s):
326-300-9537-XXX

Working Title:
Labor Relations Officer

Classification:
LABOR RELATIONS MANAGER I $8,215.00 - $9,331.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) formally known as Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH or Department) is the civil rights enforcement agency for the State of California. CRD's mission is to protect all people in California from employment, housing and public accommodation discrimination, human trafficking and hate violence.

The CRD is the largest state civil rights enforcement agency in the country. It enforces the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Unruh Civil Rights Act, Disabled Person Act, Ralph Civil Rights Act and the California Trafficking Victims Protection Act. The Department has jurisdiction over both private and public entities operating within the State of California, including corporate entities, private sector companies that contract with the State of California, and all State department and Local governments.

This position is located in our headquarters office:

615 Bannon Street
Sacramento, CA. 95811

Department Website: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Travel - up to 5% statewide travel may be required.

Conflict of Interest (COI) - Form 700 reporting requirement.

The incumbent must have extensive working knowledge of the Ralph C. Dills Act, personnel laws, rules, and regulations, and use good judgment in decision making, exercise creativity and flexibility in problem identification and resolution, manage time and resources effectively, and be responsive to CRD management needs. The incumbent must be able to analyze and draw sound conclusions and be able to work well with and communicate effectively with others on. a daily basis. The incumbent will be responsible for the security of sensitive and confidential information.

All CRD employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner that demonstrates respect for all employees and others they come in contact with during work hours, during work-related activities, and anytime they represent the Department. Additionally, all CRD employees are responsible for promoting a safe and secure work environment, free from discrimination, harassment, inappropriate conduct, or retaliation.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/21/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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).

How To Apply
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. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California Civil Rights Department
Attn: Alyssa Ramos
2218 Kausen Drive
Suite 100
Elk Grove , CA 95758

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Civil Rights Department
Alyssa Ramos
2218 Kausen Drive
Suite 100
Elk Grove , CA 95758

09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

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.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
  Statement of Qualifications is required.
  
  See SOQ section below.
  
  

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.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of conflict management strategies

• Knowledge of grievance handling procedures

• Experience working in the collective bargaining process in public sector

• Experience with the application of the Ralph Dills Act

• Experience applying State and Federal labor law

• Experience working with all levels of management

• Experience working with CalHR's Labor Relations Office

• Experience working with State Personnel Board

• Ability to interpret and apply labor law and MOU language

• Ability to use good judgement and make sound decisions in critical situations

• Ability to handle stressful situations with tact and diplomacy

Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Pension through CALPERS
• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Medical benefits into retirement
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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.
Department Website: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Alyssa Ramos
(916) 957-0353
Alyssa.Ramos@calcivilrights.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Arlyn Kihara
(916) 404-9735
Arlyn.Kihara@calcivilrights.ca.gov

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.
EEO Contact:
EEO OFFICER
(213) 723-6024
Brenda.Valle-Balderrama@calcivilrights.ca.gov
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.

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with "see resume" in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:
• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

Transcripts: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification. If selected, you will be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here.

Personally Identifiable Information:
Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

Statement of Qualifications

To be considered for this position, along with your Standard State Application (STD 678), please provide a written response to each of the following questions.

Your response should not exceed one typed page in total, in Arial 12 font size, single spaced.

Please describe and give examples of your knowledge of and experience in labor relations and performance management/progressive discipline.

What are your philosophies on Labor Relations and Performance Management?

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.