Associate Labor Relations Representative

Associate Labor Relations Representative

Salary

$107,030.56 - $143,443.04 Annually

Location

San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-C28-A

Department

Employee Services Agency

Opening Date

10/05/2026

Closing Date

10/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

93

• Description
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Description

Under close supervision, in a training capacity, to perform professional level labor relations staff duties, including labor-management contract negotiations and administration, grievance handling, disciplinary actions, dispute resolution, training and research.

Please note: Applicants who meet the employment standards will be invited to take the written examination tentatively scheduled for the week of November 16th.

Typical Tasks

• Serves as a member of negotiating committees;

• Assists in the development of negotiating proposals;

• Assists in researching, analyzing and costing union and County proposals;

• Assists in drafting contract language;

• Assists in the preparation of grievances for arbitration by arranging witnesses, interviewing and preparing witnesses for testimony, and collecting other information;

• Assists in the preparation and presentation of cases in mediation and/or arbitration;

• Consults and provides routine advice to smaller operating departments regarding handling disciplinary processes, handling grievances, State Labor Law, labor contract interpretation, Employee Relations Ordinance and Merit System Rules;

• Assists in the preparation of discipline appeal cases to the Personnel Board, hearing officer, or arbitrator;

• Assists in the development, implementation and presentation of training programs on labor relations topics;

• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker as required;

• Performs other related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:

Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities to perform this function are acquired through training and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree in Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology or a related technical field,

AND

One (1) year of professional level analytical experience.

Experience in the public sector is highly desirable.

Possession of a valid California Drivers License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.

Knowledge of:

• Principles of organization and management;
• Research and data collection techniques;
• Communication techniques for gathering, evaluating and transmitting information;
• Basic methods of dispute resolution;
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer applications related to the work.

Ability to:

• Perform research, analysis and evaluation of facts and conflicting evidence;
• Reason logically and reach sound conclusions;
• Learn higher level labor relations skills;
• Communicate effectively through clear and concise written correspondence and oral presentation;
• Establish working relationships with management staff and various labor organizations;
• Read, analyze and logically interpret labor contracts, court cases, laws, Merit System Rules, arbitration decisions, policies and procedures;
• Advocate various positions through oral or written communication.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more here.

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits

The County offers robust retirement plans including a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the CalPERS pension plan. In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account

The Health Flexible Spending Account (HFSA) empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the Employee Childcare Assistance Plan, an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D

The County offers life and disability benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance, California State Disability Insurance, and Integration with Leave. These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness

The Employee Wellness Program offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement

A generous Learning and Employee Development program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.

01

(REQUIRED) Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete.

Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer:

a) Employer Name

b) Job Title

c) Start Month/End Month Dates of Employment

d) Total Hours Worked per Week

e) Detailed Description of Job Duties

Do you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School or GED equivalent
• College (1 to 29 semester units / 1 to 44 quarter units)
• College (30 to 59 semester units / 45 to 89 quarter units)
• College (60 to 89 semester units / 90 to 134 quarter units)
• College (90 to 119 semester units / 135 to 179 quarter units)
• College (120 or more semester units / 180 or more quarter units)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree
• None of the above

03

Do you possess a Bachelors or higher-level degree in any of the following fields?

• Management
• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Industrial Relations
• Human Resources
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Other Related Field

04

If you selected "Other Related Field" in the previous question, indicate your major or area of study. If none, type N/A.

05

How many years of professional-level analytical experience do you possess?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four or more years

06

Describe your professional-level analytical work experience. Responses must include the following required information: - Your job title(s) - Start/end date(s) - Hours worked per week - Detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type N/A.

Required Question

Employer County of Santa Clara

Address 70 W. Hedding Street

8th Floor, East Wing

San Jose, California, 95110

Phone (408) 299-6816

Website http://www.sccjobs.org/