Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager III, the Staff Services Manager I (Supervisory) is a working-level manager responsible for overseeing the activities of the Employee Relations Office in addressing all areas of the performance management/labor relations program for the California Energy Commission (CEC). The incumbent ensures consistent and appropriate application of the disciplinary process and grievance responses. The incumbent is required to communicate effectively, maintain consistent and regular attendance, possess the ability to evaluate and prioritize workload, exercise good judgment, use a personnel computer and appropriate Commission software.
Minimum Qualifications (MQs): The MQs for this classification can be found at . The documents you submit in your application package must highlight how you meet the MQs. If the MQs are not met, you will not be considered for this position.
Hybrid and Telework Employees: Teleworking is only available for employees who reside in California. You must be relocated to California and provide your in-state address prior to your start date.
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Working Conditions The CEC supports a hybrid workplace model with office-based and remote-centered workers. Limited in-person attendance and occasional travel may be required based on the needs of the division. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to successful performance. This position is remote-centered, which means the incumbent works 50 percent or more of their time from an alternate work location.
Special Requirements You must include the following if you are applying by mail or in person:
1) How you are eligible (list eligibility, transfer within state service, reinstatement, SROA/surplus, etc.) in the Explanations box on the first page of the STD. 678.
2) The Job Control number 425925 and the title of the position you are applying for in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) box on the first page of the STD. 678.
3) Request for Personnel Action Number RPA 208-536 in the Explanations box of the STD. 678.
4) Your original signature at the bottom of the first page of the STD. 678.
5)Include unofficial school transcripts with your application package if the position you are applying for has an educational requirement. You may be required to provide official transcripts if hired.
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 human resources laws, rules and policies. Knowledge of and experience with performance management. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop and conduct presentations. Experience in negotiating with control agencies on sensitive issues; and the ability to maintain credibility and cooperation with management and all levels of employees. Knowledge of the collective bargaining process/Labor Relations. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; including the ability to effectively manage conflict. Demonstrated ability to use good judgement, act independently, utilize effective problem solving skills and multi-task. Demonstrated ability to serve as a lead, prioritize workload, and effectively manage assignments. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
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 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 - Include an SOQ that answers the questions below. Your SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, with no smaller than 12-point font. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Visit for instructions.
1)Describe your experience, education, and/or training as related to performance management and Labor Relations. Be specific.
2)Describe your ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, a wide variety of departmental staff and other external partners. Provide examples.
