I know we're not supposed to use vacation time but nobody's said what we're supposed to enter instead. The system won't accept it unless we put something for all hours.

Not sure if this has been asked before.., are we allowed to discuss striking with our teammates via Teams and is this a protected activity?

Thanks!

Hello all,

Looking for guidance on these two final offers:

• Office Technician (Typing) taking dictation and scheduling for mental health leadership. Varied, skilled work. Unknown manager makes ~$300k, so they could be a powerful connection.
• Office Technician (General) scanning and delivering mail at headquarters. Has a known incredible manager. Chill atmosphere, top-notch building.

What do you value more here?

I'm interested in hearing from California state hiring managers, especially those hiring for IT Specialist and Software Engineer positions. With all the layoffs in the private sector, I'm wondering whether state ITS positions are getting significantly more competitive.

A few questions for hiring managers or people involved in state IT hiring:

1. How many applications do you typically receive for an ITS position these days?
2. Have you noticed an increase in applicants coming from the private sector, particularly experienced software engineers who were recently laid off?
3. How strong is the applicant pool? Are you seeing many highly qualified candidates with years of experience in cloud technologies, architecture, and other technical areas?
4. How often do external candidates get selected compared to internal state employees?

I'm asking because I've had more than 10 interviews for state ITS positions, but I still haven't received an offer. My latest interview was about a month ago.

The written tests have generally been straightforward, and I've been able to finish them before time runs out. The panel interviews have also seemed fairly straightforward, so I'm trying to understand what might be holding me back.

I know that answering technical questions correctly doesn't automatically mean you're the strongest candidate, and I may need to improve how I present my experience or answer behavioral questions. But I'm also wondering whether the competition is unusually strong right now or whether there are other factors in state hiring that external candidates might not be aware of.

At this point, I'm trying to figure out whether I should change my interview approach, adjust my application strategy, or simply keep applying.

Not sure if this topic has come up before but I’m curious if any state managers have any insight on this predicament I have found myself in.

I just found out I am pregnant and due in June 2027. Prior to this knowledge I have been actively looking for a new job at a different agency and am expecting a job offer from another agency soon (they’ve done references and OPF already).

I am really unhappy with my current unit, there’s been a change in management and i feel like I am not appreciated for the work I do, I am also looking to get into administration instead of HR which is my current field of work.

My question is, is it in my best interest to stay with my current unit because of this life change? I am still completing my probation so it means my prob would get extended, but I also wonder if this would leave a bad taste for me with the new agency I would be incoming into because I start there and then potentially 6 months later would go on leave for a few months. I was really excited for this new position and think it would be such a great fit but I’m worried that I might be looked on poorly because of this. I don’t want to set myself up for failure.

What is the culture like and telework policy in Sacramento location, specifically Fiscal? Thank you!

Does anyone know what the work culture is like at peace officer selection and within its different units? Im think of accepting an offer for a position.

I genuinely don’t understand how reasonable accommodation works anymore. How can two employees with the exact same duty statement and similar job responsibilities have completely different outcomes? One gets approved to telework while the other gets denied.
I understand that medical conditions and individual circumstances vary, but where is the consistency, fairness, and transparency in these decisions?
At what point does this start looking like favoritism or bias? If RA is supposed to help employees with legitimate medical needs, why does the process feel so inconsistent?
Either establish clear and fair standards that apply to everyone or seriously reevaluate how this entire process is being handled. Employees shouldn’t feel like approvals depend on who they are or who reviews their request.
I’m genuinely frustrated. This is my rant!
Has anyone else experienced this? Have you seen employees with similar duties receive different RA decisions? What reasons were given for approval or denial?

How are things at cannabis rancho HQ for IT folks? Especially the ISO side? Are they moving people to natomas? Are you in office 4 days a week? How's the work life balance and leadership? Thanks!

Hello, I am currently on Maternity Leave and I am just wondering, has all my health/dental/vision insurance ended when I began my leave? HR said I can either use supplement or create an AR? This is confusing, I thought employer was supposed to pay for your insurance for up to 26 weeks meanwhile your out.

Hi everyone,

I am preparing to apply for California State Accountant Trainee positions and would appreciate honest feedback about my competitiveness.

I am currently completing an M.S. in Accountancy with a 3.84 GPA. I have an 85% exam score so far and have applied for approximately 20 Accountant Trainee positions.

My experience includes cost estimating, budgets, invoices, procurement records, reconciliations, Excel, Power BI, financial documentation, cash handling, and customer service. I also have experience working in construction, retail, and operations.

I am open to entry-level accounting, Accountant Trainee, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and accounting assistant opportunities. I am willing to consider both paid and unpaid positions to gain accounting experience and build my career.

I would appreciate honest feedback about my resume and overall chances. Are there any weaknesses I should address before applying?

Thank you for your advice.

I see a position open at this department and would like a testimonial on this department and if it’s worth applying to.

Due to conditions at my current department I may have to jump ship and look for a different job to better suit my needs and the position here seems like a good match.

What are your thoughts on DCSS?

They have been replacing the carpet in our building… Anyone else getting headaches with in a few hours of being here that get worse as the day goes on? The more time I spend here, the worse it gets. Others on my floor are experiencing the same thing. (Off gassing of carpet? Adhesive? Cleaning products?) Is there anything we can do?

Long time listener, first time caller. I have been presented opportunities to move forward in the hiring process as a Special Investigator for the DCA (IEU) and also as a Deputy Labor Commissioner for the DIR (DLSE/ Wage Claims.) If anybody works in either the Special Investigator or DLC role, can you estimate how often you're working from home? I know it's unit/ supervisor specific, but I'm just trying to get an idea of which role is more telework friendly.

Also, in case it comes to it, if I were to get a Reasonable Accomodation (RA) for a recently diagnosed medical condition (still figuring this out with my doctors), which role is easier to accommodate full remote work? What percentage of the daily/ weekly duties as a Special Investigator or DLC truly requires in-office presence? Both roles involve interviewing people, but I'm wondering if this could be done virtually. Thanks all, and Godspeed with the strike. ✊

I’m a Supervisor I of staff covered by SEIU. How can I support my employees and the strike?

I am completing the (very long) HPS II exam.

If I meet all of the requirements through 10 years or more of related work experience, do I still need to add any classes that would also support the answer, such as health care policy, business management, etc.?

TY for your help!

I have 2 friends at management level positions at different depts each mention that this idea is getting mentioned at their meetings.

So for people currently looking for a state job, especially in broad classifications like an Analyst or OT, I would definitely broaden the search as much as possible and up the applications just in case.

No true crystal ball here, and didnt know if others have heard similar things so just wanted to relay something potentially relevant.

Hi all, I am doing some family planning. Theoretically, if one were to have 2 babies back to back (less than 12 months apart), could you use 8 weeks of baby bonding leave for the second child within the same 12 month period?

We are a 2 mom family which makes this a possibility.

Hey guys I may take an IDR position in the IA investigations department. Anyone know what the cultures like there?

Like the title said. Could the approved vacation time be denied when an employee cannot finish their assigned work? And the reason for being not able to finish work was out of the employee’s control (i.e., third party’s response too late, etc)?

The department: EDD.
BG: 1

Can we use fmla self dock on the 21st?

Striking WILL NOT affect promotions at all.

How do we know?

1. it’s illegal for the state to do that but we also have proof
2. CAPS scientists striked for 3 days, had AWOL on their timesheets and my wife is a former environmental scientist who promoted twice after striking.

First into a senior environmental scientist (rank and file position) and

Second, into a senior environmental scientist supervisor position at the State.

Upper management has also made my wife acting EPM 1 often when they are out of office.

There are plenty of other Scientists who striked in 2023 and also got promoted in the last 3 years as well.

Direct hiring managers ultimately just want the best candidate with enough relevant experience and who interviewed well.

That is all.

I posted about Solvang City workers striking and rejecting a 6, 5, 4 offer. https://www.reddit.com/r/CAStateWorkers/comments/1wy0hns/comment/pgto8c7/?screen_view_count=1

Someone replied tonight that a deal was reached for 4, 6, 6. I see this story published tonight that says the details will be made public at the end of the month, but the numbers stated by the Redditor are certainly close to something you’d expect.

Caveat is nothing publicly confirms this number, but if correct, another piece of data to consider with the current contract dispute.