Labor Relations Specialist

Labor Relations Specialist

The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) is seeking a Labor Relations Specialist in the Administration Division, Human Resources Office, Labor Relations Unit.

Under the general direction of the Labor Relations Manager in the Human Resources Office, the Labor Relations Specialist is responsible for providing technical and analytical staff work associated with complex, analytical, and sensitive issues in the Labor Relations unit. The Labor Relations Specialist is responsible for assisting in the administration of the DIR Labor Relations Program, which consists of a broad scope of functions, including labor relations, contract administration, grievance handling, and policy development and implementation. The Labor Relations Specialist is responsible for the research and analysis of more complex and controversial issues within the practice of labor-management relations under the scope of representation (wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment). The Labor Relations Specialist is responsible for using independent judgment and discretion to interpret and apply various Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) provisions, statutes, regulations, and policies and procedures in the field of labor relations, and to assist managers and supervisors in resolving labor disputes harmoniously and at the lowest level.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please access the exam bulletin.

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