SUPERVISOR I

Job Posting: Employee Relations Manager

Department of State Hospitals

JC-524012

• Employee Relations Manager

SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/18/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

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Job Description and Duties

DSH-Napa Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for a permanent full time Staff Services Manager I (SSM I)/Supervisor I, Employee Relations Manager. The Supervisor I will report under the general direction of the Human Resources Director (Manager II).

The Supervisor I position is responsible for the management, supervision, planning, and organizing the activities of the Human Resources employee relations programs, including labor relations, employee relations and other related work to meet the employee and labor relations needs of the hospital. As a working manager, the Employee Relations Manager addresses the more complex, difficult and sensitive performance management, progressive discipline and leave management cases and may perform the work/serve as backup to the analysts with the Employee Relations Program as necessary.

Send a complete application package that completely describes your work experience, as all aapplications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. Failure to include necessary education documents may also exclude you from the hiring process.

If you have already applied and submitted your application for JC515978 please do not submit another application. Your application remains under consideration through the established recruitment process. Additional applications are not necessary.

To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:

• You must complete the STD 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, "Supervisor I (Employee Relations Manager) JC - 524012" in the "Job Title(s)" section of the application. All experience and education relating to the minimum qualifications listed in the classification specification, listed below, should be included to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. A resume WILL NOT be considered.
• Duties performed and supervisor's name and contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Attach a copy of proof of degree or transcript if using the education to meet the minimum qualification.
• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with the application,

Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635) (ca.gov).

• Statement of Qualifications

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISOR I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-524012

Position #(s):

480-543-4800-04

Working Title:

Employee Relations Manager

Classification:

SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00

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:

Napa County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Department Information

Department of State Hospitals

Napa State Hospital

2100 Napa Vallejo Highway

Napa, CA 94558

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

DSH-Napa is located on a scenic, park-like campus in the heart of Napa Valley, offering a unique work environment that blends public service with wellness, accessibility, and work-life balance. The hospital campus is designed to support employees with convenient, family-friendly, and health-focused amenities, including the following:

• On-site childcare services available for eligible employees
• On-site employee exercise facility featuring new and modern fitness equipment
• Expansive, park-like grounds with walking paths and green spaces
• Free on-site parking for staff and visitors
• Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations conveniently located on campus
• Multiple staff break areas and shared spaces across the hospital
• Decompression Room & Lactation Room
• A calm, secure campus environment designed to support employee wellness and safety

Applicant Survey

Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: Recruitment Survey

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

To be considered for employment, you must first establish eligibility by successfully passing the examination. The link is provided below for the online exam.

Supervisor I Exam

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: 7/18/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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:

Department of State Hospitals

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Attn: Human Resources - Exam and Hiring Unit

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa, CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of State Hospitals

Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Human Resources - Exam and Hiring Unit

2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa, CA 94558

EHU S.Y.

08:00 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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Please follow all instructions carefully. Failure to follow these directions may result in disqualification. Your SOQ must directly address the questions below. A cover letter or resume that is expanded or disguised to appear as an SOQ will not be accepted as substitute.

At the top of your SOQ, you must include your full name and the Job Control Number. Each question must be clearly numbered and answered in order. It may not exceed two (2) pages, must be singled spaded and must use 12-point Arial font.

SOQ Questions

1. Describe the strategies you use to build and maintain harmonious labor management relationships with union partners.

2. Provide specific examples that demonstrate your experience managing relationships with employee representatives, overseeing a team's workload, and navigating complex labor issues.

3. Explain your approach to handling sensitive employee situations, such as harassment or discrimination allegations. Include an example of a time you resolved a particularly complex employee-relations matter.

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 principles, practices, and trends of public and business administration, including management and supportive staff services such as budget, personnel, management analysis, planning, program evaluation, or related areas; principles and practices of employee supervision, development, and training; program management; formal and informal aspects of the legislative process; the administration and department's goals and policies; governmental functions and organization at the State and local level; department's Affirmative Action Program objectives; and a manager's role in the Affirmative Action Program and the processes available to meet affirmative action objectives.

Ability to reason logically and creatively and utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex governmental and managerial problems; develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing; consult with and advise administrators or other interested parties on a wide variety of subject-matter areas; gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work; review and edit written reports, utilize interdisciplinary teams effectively in the conduct of studies; manage a complex Staff Services program; establish and maintain project priorities; develop and effectively utilize all available resources; and effectively contribute to the department's affirmative action objectives.

Benefits

Benefits

Benefit information may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) web site and to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) web site for retirement and health benefit information.

Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)

Retirement (CalPERS)

Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions

Dental, Vision

401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Group Legal Services Insurance

Holidays, Vacations/Sick/Other Paid Leave

Flex Elect Reimbursement Program

Wellness and Recognition

Transit Pass Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

Dependent Scholarship Program

Leadership Training

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://www.dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Sanberd Yang

(000) -

sanberd.yang@dsh.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Marsha Vandermey

(707) 253-5857

marsha.manliclicvandermey@dsh.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:

Office of Human Rights

(916) 573-2727

dsh.eeo@dsh.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.

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.