Description:

Job Description and Duties:
Under direction of the Attorney Supervisor of the Investigation and Litigation Section I/II, within the Litigation, Program and Policy Branch, part of the General Counsel Division (Division) within the Agricultural Labor Relations Board (ALRB), the Attorney I will investigate alleged violations of the Agricultural Labor Relations Act (ALRA) and litigate complaints filed with the Board. The incumbent will represent the Division before the Board, in Superior Court, and with stakeholders and other governmental entities as needed. The incumbent is expected to work closely and collaboratively within and across ALRB to meet strategic and Division goals.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33188572&name=529938_DS.pdf)

Working Conditions:
This is a statewide recruitment. The headquarters designation will be determined by the closest ALRB Office, listed below, to the selected candidate's physical residence.
  • Indio: 81713 Highway 111, Suite A, Indio, CA 92201
  • Oxnard: 1901 N. Solar Drive, Suite 240, Oxnard, CA 93036
  • Sacramento: 1325 J Street, Suite 1900, Sacramento, CA 95814
  • Salinas: 342 Pajaro Street, Salinas, CA 93901-3423
  • Santa Maria: 1619 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93455
  • Santa Rosa: 606 Healdsburg Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
  • Visalia: 1642 West Walnut Avenue, Visalia, CA 93277-5348

ALRB offers a hybrid work schedule to its employees. All ALRB employees are required to work a minimum of four days per work week in the office or in the field. This hybrid schedule is subject to change as needed, such as in the event of modified State of California directives, collective bargaining agreements, and/or based on operational needs. For an employee to be eligible to telework, an approved telework agreement must be on file with ALRB.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Effective July 1, 2025, employees in specific bargaining units, along with associated excluded State of California employees, are subject to a salary reduction ranging from 2.0% to 4.62% in exchange for monthly Personal Leave Program hours. More information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources website, linked here. (https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113)

Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Attorney (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=5778)

Additional Documents 
  • Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=529938)
  • Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=33188572&name=529938_DS.pdf)

Department Information:
The Agricultural Labor Relations Board (ALRB) was established in 1975 to bring justice to the fields of California by providing collective bargaining rights to farmworkers—workers who were explicitly excluded from the protections of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) of 1935. Our mission is rooted in the belief that all agricultural employees deserve the right to organize, advocate for themselves, and work free from interference or coercion.

Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, with regional offices throughout California, the ALRB works to ensure fair and stable labor relations in one of the most vital industries in the state.

Why Work With Us?
We are a small but dedicated team that believes in the power of public service. We are committed to:
  • Building a stronger, more inclusive workplace through collaboration and innovation
  • Making meaningful contributions to policy and organizational development
  • Fostering continuous learning and growth for all team members

If you are passionate about making government more effective, value a collaborative, mission-focused environment, and have a background and qualifications that align with this duty statement, we encourage you to apply.

Department Website: http://www.alrb.ca.gov

Special Requirements:
The position(s) require(s) fluency in the Spanish language. If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.

State Bar of California – This position requires an active membership in the State Bar of California (State Bar). The incumbent is required to provide their State Bar number prior to being hired.

Language Proficiency Testing – This position is designated as bilingual. The incumbent is required to pass a Spanish language fluency examination and maintain qualification to serve in a bilingual position and receive bilingual pay.

Conflict of Interest (COI) - This position is subject to COI Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st, and within 30 days of leaving office.

Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Program - The incumbent shall participate in DMV's EPN Program, which is a process for providing the ALRB with a report showing the driver's current public record as recorded by the DMV, and any subsequent convictions, failures to appear, accidents, driver's license suspensions, driver's license revocations, or any other actions taken against the driving privilege or license, added to the driver's DMV record.

Travel - The incumbent is required to travel within the State of California by various methods of transportation.

Application Instructions:
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: Until Filled

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.

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:
Agricultural Labor Relations Board
Human Resources Office - Mail
Attn: JC 529938, FFD Until Filled
1325 J Street, Suite 1900
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Agricultural Labor Relations Board
Human Resources Office - Drop-Off
JC 529938, FFD Until Filled
This location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.
1325 J Street, Suite 1900
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 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: