Job Posting: Assistant General Counsel

Agricultural Labor Relations Board

JC-529938
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Assistant General Counsel
ATTORNEY

$7,969.00 - $12,026.00 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: Until Filled

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.

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: 1410 S. Broadway, Suite E, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-529938
Position #(s):
013-220-5778-XXX
Working Title:
Assistant General Counsel
Classification:
ATTORNEY
$7,969.00 - $10,473.00 A
$8,969.00 - $12,026.00 B
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

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:

  • 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.
  • Other -

    A cover letter is required and must be included. The cover letter must explain why you are interested in the position and why you believe you are a good candidate.

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:
  • Understanding of and/or experience with issues impacting low-wage immigrant workers such as farmworkers, and the agricultural community
  • Legal research, writing, analysis and advocacy skills
  • Labor law experience
  • Familiarity with the Agricultural Labor Relations Act
  • Hearing and/or trial experience
  • Litigation experience
  • Experience working with outside counsel
  • Knowledge of rules of evidence, administrative hearings and state and federal civil procedure
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with government policies and procedures

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Application Cut-Off Information

This advertisement is posted as Open Until Filled and the advertisement will remain open until the vacancy is filled. Cut-offs for applications will be every other Thursday, starting September 10, 2026, and applications will be reviewed per those cut-off dates. Hires can be made at any time based on the applications received by the cut-off dates.

Additional Information

If using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.

Applicants who submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678). Applicants who fail to submit the most current version may be disqualified. Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with dates, duties, responsibilities, and contact information for supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in being screened out.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Electronic application packages must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date. Mail application packages must be postmarked before or on the final filing date. Hand delivered application packages must be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted.

If you have updates to your online application after you have submitted it, contact HR@alrb.ca.gov. For all other questions regarding your CalCareers account, contact (866) 844-8671.

For LEAP information, visit CalHR and DOR. For Veterans’ preference information, visit CalCareers.

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.

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