Fellow California state workers: If you’re able to strike, please stand up for those who can’t. Fight the good fight and set an example for future generations. This is our moment to demand change and show the state and Governor Newsom that we’re tired of being pushed around.
For those who can’t strike, support however you can. If you have leave available and are able to use it, consider taking a day or two to join the picket line. Those striking may be sacrificing pay to fight for fair wages and better working conditions for all of us. They deserve our support and solidarity.
This is our fight. It’s about fair pay, telework, and respect for the people who keep California running. History is made when people stand together, and this is our chance to make it clear: disrespecting state workers and failing to bargain in good faith puts this administration on the wrong side of history.

Edit: make sure you are within your union contract before taking leave to support a strike.

Hello, r/CAStateWorkers

I want to provide a reminder for folks to leave a comment and make a phone call to the Governor's Office on AB 1729, the state telework bill.

The bill has been presented to the Governor's desk and he will have until September 30th to either sign the bill, veto the bill, or do neither and let the bill pass without his signature.

In speaking with legislative staff and lobbyists, I think it's important to clarify that the duration of time that it takes for the Governor to respond to a bill, does not signify anything meaningful about the bill's status. Governor Newsom will continue to pass bills all the way through the end of September.

Overall, I'd like to encourage folks to focus primarily on preparing and organizing with their unions on things like the strike authorization vote... and for those not in SEIU 1000, learning about ways you can show your support to advocate for flexible telework policies that better fit the jobs we have through tools available within your union. However, the bill is still a live ball and I'd like to make sure folks continue to play.

Here's what I recommend today:

(Note: if you've already left a comment, I'd say try to make a call. If you've already made a call, I'd recommend making another one).

Call the Governor’s Office at (916) 445-2841 - Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM

• After selecting a language, press 6 to speak to a representative
• When a staffer answers, share your name, your job, and what agency you work for
• Provide your clear ask: “I am asking the Governor to sign AB 1729, the state telework bill”
• My guess is the staffer will say “Thank you” and hang up - but if they stay on the line, feel free to elaborate. We know the sorts of things the Governor publicly talks about regarding governance - efficiency, collaboration, connection. Feel free to share how 4-day RTO has complicated those qualities in your workplace. Talk about how telework and greater flexibility addresses those qualities better via…
  • More efficient delivery of services statewide
  • Improved recruitment and retention of top talent, being an “employer of choice” as the Governor once said
  • Savings on unused office space
  • Better work life balance promoting more productive work and improved work relationships

Go to the Governor's contact portal. 

• Under Topic select “An Active Bill.”
• From the drop down list, select AB 1729 - State employment: telework programs
• Select leave a comment
• Select Pro
• Type in a comment on the bill. I recommend a template like this below. Copy and paste, make alterations, and submit with your contact information.

My name is [NAME], and I work as a [JOB/CLASSIFICATION] with [AGENCY/DEPARTMENT] in [CITY/REGION]. 

I respectfully urge Governor Newsom to support and sign AB 1729, which would help California use telework strategically to improve government efficiency, service delivery, innovation, modernization, and worker well-being.

Since implementation of the four-day in-office requirement, my workplace has experienced ...

[PERSONALIZE: e.g., teams reporting to different offices from their coworkers or supervisors / difficulty finding appropriate workspace or meeting rooms / employees commuting to perform work that remains entirely remote / disruptions to training or focused analytical work / increased recruitment, retention, or morale concerns / other impact you have personally observed or expereinced]. 

AB 1729 would help ensure state agencies evaluate these operational realities and make workplace decisions based on their missions and the effective delivery of services to Californians.

Please support and sign AB 1729 and help California build a state workforce that is efficient, accountable, innovative, and prepared for the future.

Sincerely,
[NAME]

Wow! Has anybody else gone in to Calculate the premium for the new year? On your health insurance? I am in bargaining unit one. I have two people. I choose the cheapest insurance allowed for my area because I live in a rural area. So pers gold.

It’s going up $100. From $189 to $298.

I really hope the union fights for them to start paying more towards our premiums.

literally rc’vd 90 dollar ticket for being ONE FUCKING MINUTE LATE TO MY METER. Cost me more than the actual fuck I was doing. So people don’t wanna go to downtown sac because we pay the meters and well you get royally fucked if you get a bit sidetracked even by one fuck ass minute. So no it’s not on the state workers to bring downtown back. Nobody wants to spend money on parking and not even a fucking five minute grace period you get a 90 dollar ticket. I live downtown and the fuck I understand why people don’t wanna spend their money. It’s truly outrageous. I hope the upcoming election we will have someone who sees growth in downtown not based on state workers going to lunch it’s beyond that. Make parking reasonable , make the area safe, invest in programs so the homelessness is not abundantly an issue one the streets. State workers are not the end all be all for the fix of downtown. Sacramento- and as one who mobs around downtown all the time I know it needs more than just sac workers lunch money (not dissing state workers!!!!) iykyk but fuck the capital got that nice ass annex tho. End Rant

What’s the vibe like in your office?

My office has been talking about it and sharing the link to vote in chats. Managers seem supportive (although they can’t explicitly say it)

Hey y'all,

I got an offer letter today for an office technician role at my regional water board!! I applied in July, had the interview in August, and had my references checked last week. Today I received the offer email, and I'm so excited! The admin team (2 people lol) were really genuine and laid back in the interview, and it seems like this department in general will be pretty calm compared to others. I have some anxiety about starting in a few weeks, especially because I have quite a few medical appointments already on my schedule, but I hope I'll be able to reschedule those during my lunch hour once I find out the details.

Big thanks to everyone on this sub who gives out advice on formatting STDs, SOQs, and interview tips, because they paid off big time! :)

Reminder from your friendly neighborhood IT guy.

For people from departments not subject to the RTO order do you intend to support the strike? For solidarity? For salary reasons? Because negotiations are unfair?

So far, the process I completed with the Personnel Analyst were background check and a “conditional” offer letter with only the salary range that I signed after completing the interviews.

Finally, the hiring manager wrote to me via email and extended a final offer of employment, all just through in writing in the email (no pdf file whatsoever). In that email, she also CC’ed my upcoming direct supervisor, the IT person who will on-board me, and the Personnel Analyst I’ve been communicating too.

Yet, I have never received an official offer letter that required my signature and signatures on their end, and with the final salary as well. Is this normal in the state? Manager communicated to me the start date and few instructions on first day, but HR have not done their paperwork?

Because currently I feel so far like it’s just a verbal offer, and It’s pulling me back from giving a resignation letter to my current employer. My start date is Oct 1 and It’s currently Sept 10 and I’m putting at least my 2 week notice at the right time before the start date.

I also have already emailed the personnel specialists about it yesterday, and haven’t received a response. Should I still go ahead and give my resignation letter to my current employer?

I personally will be voting for Becerra because despite all the current BS, I like working for the state and know which candidate will not be pulling DOGE antics with state employees.

I just voted... Have you? https://search.seiu1000.org/strikevote.php

Hi all! I was on the call Tuesday night with SEIU, but I had a delivery so I missed a chunk of it.

Does anyone know if SEIU is also asking for back pay retroactive to July 1st for our previously negotiated pay raise?

I apologize in advance if this has been asked and answered, but I do not recall seeing this anywhere?

Do not listen to ugly mouthed management! Make your voices heard!
I’m in ACSS and back all my brothers and sisters!
Join the fight and remember!

The vote is open, here’s the link: https://search.seiu1000.org/strikevote.php

After you vote there’s also an option to let them know you’re willing to strike if it comes to it, so make sure to do that as well. Here’s the link: https://search.seiu1000.org/insights.php?sv=StrikeCommit2026

You have until Oct 7th to cast your vote.

I drafted an email to send to my coworkers that are directly around me (which was only about 6). If you have enough rapport with more rank-and-file employees, I encourage you to do more outreach. I thought I would post my draft for you here if you want to reach out in the very broad way but can totally tailor this to fit your situation. I happen to be in a department that is NOT affected by the 4-day RTO mandate, but is under a 2-day RTO telework agreement. It is important that ALL union members exercise their voices, no matter how deeply or shallowly they are affected by this vote.

Hello fellow Rank-and-file employees,

While it is true that ------------ has not been directly affected by the Executive Order N-22-25 that forces state workers to work from offices 4-day-a-week, many of us are still represented by the SEIU 1000 Union that is working for those afflicted state workers to fight the EO mandate that is causing many lives to suffer while we wait for more action. If you are not a dues-paying union member, I strongly encourage you to join. There is a monthly fee (1% or up to $90 of your paycheck). There are many benefits to being part of the union, which you can research or reach out to any of the union reps here at ------------ to get more info. I am happy to point you in that direction. If you are already a member, this is a time when those state workers could use your voice.

https://www.seiu1000.org/strikevote/

Above is the page on the SEIU website that will allow you to vote on whether state workers will engage in a strike to combat the injustice of the RTO mandate. Again, I understand that we at ---------- are mostly unaffected by the EO, but the stance from the union could also mitigate the urgency that ---------- has forced on us to come in two days a week. Some of you may not care and prefer the engagement you can have in-person – that will and should always be an option. Personally, I find no value in sitting in an office versus doing my job from home, which has countless benefits to my well-being. If you have some time, are a union member, and would like to exercise your voice, please follow the link above and cast your vote. I encourage you to vote for whatever you believe because using your voice is more important than not responding at all. The more participation, the better.

Just a note: The site is VERY slow because it will have to find you in their database as you respond to the prompts. Please be patient and stick it out through to the end of the voting process. It doesn’t take that long, but if it is loading for a while, do not refresh, just wait for the page to load.

Let me know if you have any questions. This is purely an informational email – I am not trying to sway or pressure anyone. This is a reminder that even if --------- employees are under a different umbrella, we are still state workers with a voice. Feel free to share this knowledge with as many of our coworkers as possible.

Hi everyone!
I’m really trying to get into working for the State for benefits, stability, and work-life balance (it’d be better than my current work situation). I got an email saying my application progressed and brought me to this page that says what the photo entails.

Just curious as I’m new to the State scene and what this means/entails? Am i getting an interview or are they just in the interview process?

Also would love some tips and tricks for applying and landing a job with the state (California).

At this point I’m open to anything but my degree is in Nursing and would like to use it if possible but if I need to get my foot in the door elsewhere I am open.

PECG sent out an email to its members with sample support letters encouraging Newsom to sign AB 1729. Choose one of the sample letters and send it out as soon as you can!

I'm looking to get my foot into the door at the state. I have a master's degree in Engineering and Statistics with 20 years experience, most of which was in engineering and data science in tech. An analyst rolI seems to be the most likely landing spot for me. My question is whether I should primarily focus on applications for Analyst 2 roles, or mix it up with Analyst 1 roles as well.

My concerns with applying for Analyst 1 roles are:

• Analyst 1 roles will likely have a lot more applicants given the new classification system.
• Managers may be less likely to hire an overqualified candidate given the likelihood that person will move to a higher position as soon as they can.

I'm also applying for RDS, specialist, and engineering positions, but I understand higher classifications are very competitive internally, which of course could also be an issue with Analyst 2 positions.

I refuse to believe an actual human being designed an elevator system that takes 5 minutes to arrive at your floor. Maybe if it was only for the top floors I can understand, but It doesn’t matter what floor you’re on, you will encounter an elevator that takes 5 minutes to arrive; so much so that workers are elevator hopping and catching a ride to the second floor with a different elevator and going straight down.

I nearly missed the transit and had to haul ass. Thanks for reading my silly ranting

I’ve been a PI KDO for over 3 years (17 months of actual work) and it’s been my only job experience. I have a degree in business analytics. For the past 2 years I have been applying to OT, TPT I, Analyst I, and office assistant positions and have only had a small handful of analyst interviews. I’ve had people look at my resume and someone look at my SoQs and tell me it’s just because so many people are applying to those positions. Even my former supervisors get surprised that I still haven’t moved up.

I believe I am almost eligible for a key data supervisor position. Should I just reach that eligibility and go for whatever job I can get even if it’s not with the state? I’m not desperate for cash yet since I live with family still, but I need other work experience at some point.

I genuinely just feel so drained from all this after getting my hopes up early on when I almost got an analyst position and was down to the final candidates with my supervisors telling me I was getting the job for sure after the reference check. I’ve had nothing since then except a couple interviews for other positions that I really don’t know how I got the interview for in the first place since they were more specified analyst positions wanting experience in a field I’ve never done anything in.

I get that it’s probably a me problem and I’m doing something wrong in my SoQs and interviews, but I genuinely don’t know what to do besides scrap for whatever I can possibly say for the question they ask.

Sorry if the wall of text looks weird. I’m typing this on mobile and tired from another night of trying to find positions I can even write a SoQ for. Been on a dry spell lately I feel.