Attorney (Labor Relations Counsel)

Remote, USA
Posted Jun 15, 2026
Full-time

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is seeking an Attorney (Labor Relations Counsel) to join their legal division. The role involves litigating administrative hearings, providing in-house counsel on employment matters, and conducting workplace investigations while maintaining a work-life balance with hybrid telework options.

Responsibilities

  • Perform legal work of average difficulty with increased independence and responsibility
  • Provide representation of CalHR and other state departments in various areas of labor and employment law on matters of average difficulty
  • Conduct training, perform workplace investigations, and consult and draft legal opinions for high level executives on sensitive issues and projects
  • Argue writs, motions, and appeals in civil court
  • Mentor more junior attorneys throughout your tenure at CalHR

Skills

  • CA State BAR License
  • Knowledge of and experience in labor and/or employment law
  • Litigation experience, including administrative litigation
  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 or the Electronic State Employment Application
  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) responding to numbered items
  • Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Practical experience in litigation before superior or federal courts, and/or administrative agencies
  • Experience in labor and employment law, and administrative law
  • Knowledge of the law and abilities in legal research and analysis
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Company Overview

  • The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) was created on July 1, 2012, by Governor Brown's Reorganization Plan Number 1 of 2011. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Sacramento, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.calhr.ca.gov/.

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