Employee Relations Specialist Jobs in California
Employee Relations Specialist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, healthcare, entertainment, and large-scale retail and logistics operations, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior director. The heaviest hiring runs through Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Apple, and Walt Disney Company maintain large HR and workforce relations teams year-round. The most in-demand specialties include workplace investigations, labor relations and union contract administration, and ADA and FEHA compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
The North American Employee Relations (ER) team supports Field Operations organizations across fulfillment and logistics business lanes. The central objective of our team is to ensure treatment of employees that is fair, respectful, and consistent with our framework of our core business values and objectives. To support that objective, this position’s responsibilities fall into proactive and reactive categories. We are seeking an ER Manager with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence field operations managers, human resources, and contractors; to analyze multiple levels of employee and partner feedback to identify risks and gaps; to create, audit, and sustain positive workplace relations programs; and to design and conduct positive workplace relations training that drives best practices. The Manager also will work reactively on crisis-oriented situations that typically can only be successfully addressed under severe time constraints. The individual will work reactively on employee relations issues that may arise at a single station, within a specific geographic region, or network-wide. Balancing time between projects and crisis-response is a critical component for success in the position.
The Employee Relations Manager will possess employee relations expertise, excellent judgment, and highly-developed analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. The Manager will be comfortable both presenting to senior leaders and communicating with frontline employees. The successful Manager will be a strong project manager, capable of independently owning large-scale, network-wide projects. The Manager will quickly become an important “source of truth” regarding whether the organization is meeting its core values and principles.
The role will cover the Southern California region supporting the last mile of Amazon delivery services. This position will support sites across one or more operational regions so comfort with travel is key. The successful candidate must be capable of significant domestic travel, sometimes with short notice, up to 50% of the time. This position is also RTO required, but open to location throughout US.
Key job responsibilities
- Detect and Mitigate Risks: Apply employee relations expertise to successfully identify trends, gaps, and challenges; execute solution-focused strategies and programs to mitigate risks
- Crisis Management: Work reactively on crisis-oriented partner issues under time limitations while exercising excellent judgment
- Project Management: Independently own large-scale, network-wide projects delivered on time that improve frontline partner experience
- Analyze and Interpret Data: Exercise strong analytical skills using data and anecdotes to develop persuasive narratives and recommendations; demonstrated ability to define and measure success of programs
- Communicate Effectively: Rapidly produce high-quality written communications that concisely analyze problems and recommends solutions; design and deliver highly-engaging training sessions
- Collaborate: Build constructive relationships with critical stakeholders to share information and influence change
- Problem Solve: Work independently with minimal supervision, in ambiguous situations, and persevere over internal and external barriers to drive resolutions
- Work at Scale: Launch and manage sustainable mechanisms for entire networks
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of employee relations, labor relations, or labor/employment law experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
- Experience supporting large hourly workforces
- Experience analyzing and using metrics to identify improvements in employee
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree, JD, or other specialized training in labor/employee relations
- Experience building and launching programs that measurably impact positive engagement
- Works well in a fast-paced environment, flexible, able to change direction quickly and manage projects through ambiguity and constant change
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, able to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering on commitments
- Excellent communication skills in written and verbal form; extensive public speaking, training, and/or leadership communication skills
- Solid sense of accountability, high-quality judgment and sound decision-making
- Ability to handle confidential information and escalate issues when appropriate
- Ability to quickly connect with people across a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
- Fluency in multiple languages
- Previous experience managing operations
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Roseville - 127,400.00 - 172,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
The North American Employee Relations (ER) team supports Field Operations organizations across fulfillment and logistics business lanes. The central objective of our team is to ensure treatment of employees that is fair, respectful, and consistent with our framework of our core business values and objectives. To support that objective, this position’s responsibilities fall into proactive and reactive categories. We are seeking an ER Manager with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence field operations managers, human resources, and contractors; to analyze multiple levels of employee and partner feedback to identify risks and gaps; to create, audit, and sustain positive workplace relations programs; and to design and conduct positive workplace relations training that drives best practices. The Manager also will work reactively on crisis-oriented situations that typically can only be successfully addressed under severe time constraints. The individual will work reactively on employee relations issues that may arise at a single station, within a specific geographic region, or network-wide. Balancing time between projects and crisis-response is a critical component for success in the position.
The Employee Relations Manager will possess employee relations expertise, excellent judgment, and highly-developed analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. The Manager will be comfortable both presenting to senior leaders and communicating with frontline employees. The successful Manager will be a strong project manager, capable of independently owning large-scale, network-wide projects. The Manager will quickly become an important “source of truth” regarding whether the organization is meeting its core values and principles.
The role will cover the Southern California region supporting the last mile of Amazon delivery services. This position will support sites across one or more operational regions so comfort with travel is key. The successful candidate must be capable of significant domestic travel, sometimes with short notice, up to 50% of the time. This position is also RTO required, but open to location throughout US.
Key job responsibilities
- Detect and Mitigate Risks: Apply employee relations expertise to successfully identify trends, gaps, and challenges; execute solution-focused strategies and programs to mitigate risks
- Crisis Management: Work reactively on crisis-oriented partner issues under time limitations while exercising excellent judgment
- Project Management: Independently own large-scale, network-wide projects delivered on time that improve frontline partner experience
- Analyze and Interpret Data: Exercise strong analytical skills using data and anecdotes to develop persuasive narratives and recommendations; demonstrated ability to define and measure success of programs
- Communicate Effectively: Rapidly produce high-quality written communications that concisely analyze problems and recommends solutions; design and deliver highly-engaging training sessions
- Collaborate: Build constructive relationships with critical stakeholders to share information and influence change
- Problem Solve: Work independently with minimal supervision, in ambiguous situations, and persevere over internal and external barriers to drive resolutions
- Work at Scale: Launch and manage sustainable mechanisms for entire networks
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of employee relations, labor relations, or labor/employment law experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
- Experience supporting large hourly workforces
- Experience analyzing and using metrics to identify improvements in employee
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree, JD, or other specialized training in labor/employee relations
- Experience building and launching programs that measurably impact positive engagement
- Works well in a fast-paced environment, flexible, able to change direction quickly and manage projects through ambiguity and constant change
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, able to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering on commitments
- Excellent communication skills in written and verbal form; extensive public speaking, training, and/or leadership communication skills
- Solid sense of accountability, high-quality judgment and sound decision-making
- Ability to handle confidential information and escalate issues when appropriate
- Ability to quickly connect with people across a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
- Fluency in multiple languages
- Previous experience managing operations
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Roseville - 127,400.00 - 172,300.00 USD annually
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- Technology & Software
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in employee relations specialist jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, labor relations, industrial relations, or a related field
- Working knowledge of California Fair Employment and Housing Act and California Labor Code
- Experience conducting workplace investigations and preparing written findings reports
- Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred
- Demonstrated experience advising managers on employee discipline and termination processes
- Familiarity with California meal and rest period rules and leave law compliance
Employee Relations Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a employee relations specialist in California?
Most California employers require a bachelor's degree in human resources, labor relations, industrial relations, or a closely related field as the baseline qualification. California does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but earning a PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP credential significantly strengthens candidacy. Because California has some of the most complex employment laws in the country, hiring managers place particular weight on demonstrated knowledge of the California Labor Code and the Fair Employment and Housing Act.
How much do employee relations specialists make in California?
Employee relations specialists in California earn a median of about $83,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,770 for the lowest 10% to over $151,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire employee relations specialists in California?
Employers hiring employee relations specialists in California right now include City and County of San Francisco, Amazon, and TikTok USDS Joint Venture, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's density of large tech firms, major healthcare systems, and entertainment studios means consistent year-round demand for employee relations professionals.
Which California cities have the most employee relations specialist jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Oakland have the most employee relations specialist openings in California. Los Angeles leads due to its concentration of entertainment studios, large healthcare networks, and retail and hospitality employers, while San Francisco draws heavily from the technology sector, and San Diego's volume reflects its major defense contractors, biotech companies, and hospital systems.
Are there remote employee relations specialist jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many HR specialties, because much of the work involves documentation review, investigation writing, policy advising, and manager coaching that can be done from anywhere. About 36% of employee relations specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at large tech and financial services employers. Roles that involve on-site workplace investigations or union floor presence tend to require in-person attendance.
How can I get hired as a employee relations specialist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an HR generalist, HR coordinator, or HR assistant role at a mid-size or large California employer, where direct exposure to employee complaints and manager coaching builds the core skill set. Large California healthcare systems and technology companies such as Kaiser Permanente and Salesforce run HR rotational programs and associate HR business partner tracks that are open to candidates with limited direct experience. A SHRM-CP credential or a completed coursework concentration in California employment law signals seriousness to hiring managers reviewing entry-level applications.
Where can I find and apply to employee relations specialist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to employee relations specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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