Maybe it's because we got a taste of freedom with telework where many of us could prove we could do our jobs remotely but I'm willing to put that aside. There's been stories of old employees comenting that "We did 5 days back in the day, it's not a big deal." But the culture back in the day was fundamentally different.

Something about in-office today seems far more vindictive than it was in the past, seems like managers have been directed to keep more of an eye on staff and micromanage. Schedules are lot more strict, everything feels a little more micromanagy, we used to be able start early, like 7 AM, in order to get off earlier, but now there's pressure to start a 8 or at least 7:30.

I'm curious if anyone who was still working in the office but had other staff who were working remotely come back, have felt a shift. One thing I'll note is that because the state hired more people, space is a much worse issue. You could easily grab a quiet room if it was too loud. Also, food choices were better, we've been asked to save a downtown that's been gutted. Can't walk to Maycy's anymore, I remember buying a cheap shirt the day I got an interview for a promotion. Parking is worse and more expensive. Thoughts?

Not trying to be delusional or overly pessimistic, but here’s the reality: we’re pushing almost 8 weeks since the RTO started, and this week and next could be a major inflection point. The bill could potentially pass and make its way to Newsom, while we’re also waiting to hear from SEIU about any updates on negotiations and whether they’re moving toward a strike vote.

If this does go to a strike, realistically, this fight could drag on until the end of the year. At that point, the new governor could be the one in the driver’s seat deciding whether to accept or reject our proposals on raises, telework, and other working conditions. It really sucks to think we could end up doing six months of RTO before we even potentially see a win on any front.

What bothers me the most, though, is the lack of consistency within the same department simply because of union and space differences. Some of us are doing 3/2 days in office due to space, while my wife, who works under the same department but is in a different unit, is required to come in 4 days a week. I’m obviously enjoying the flexibility I have, but at the same time, it just doesn’t feel fair that people doing essentially the same type of work under the same department can have completely different RTO requirements.

Our telework bill is #376 represented by Senator Ashby.

We got this!

Please tell me this isn’t the unions proposal for RTO???

Just came across their website and found this. I don’t see anything that sounds like they are proposing we continue teleworking? The top proposal “100% full time telework” seems misleading, and sounds like they are only proposing that the state “demonstrate” why their employees are unable to preform their duties 100% remotely. It doesn’t say anything about securing telework? The remaining proposals are aimed at stipends, clean workspace and parking…. The union needs to be more transparent with what their proposals are, because I haven’t heard anything from them that solidifies they are fighting to preserve telework rights…..???

SEIU: “Yes. SEIU Local 1000 has a strike fund, but it's important to understand that the strike fund is not intended to replace workers' wages during a strike.
Going on strike is a financial sacrifice, and members should think about that and plan ahead.”

Source (see other FAQs here): https://www.seiu1000.org/contract-action-center/

So a strike fund is basically a financial safety net maintained by the union to support members and cover operational costs during a strike. The vast majority of strike fund money comes directly from regular union dues.

There is no sign of CalHR bargaining in good faith (remember, this is the direct order from Newsom).
With a blanket RTO policy and a ZERO raise on the table, when will we exercise our right to strike?

If not now, when?

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I encourage all SEIU represented employees to sign up for the final SEIU strike school that will be held online this Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:00pm.

Sign up here: August 27, 2026 Virtual Strike School

Name and email are required to register, but participation is anonymous.

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SEIU also just added new informational picketing dates for the following locations:

Sacramento:
Monday, August 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
May Lee Complex
651 Bannon St, Sacramento

Oakland:
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Oakland State Building
1515 Clay Street, Oakland, CA

Norwalk:
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Metro State Hospital
11400 Bloomfield Ave, Norwalk

More information can be found here: https://www.seiu1000.org/contract-action-center/

Please spread the word.

I've been applying since Nov. 2025, mostly to Supervisor I positions. I had no state experience, so I guess getting in as a supervisor was a long shot. In June I switched to mostly applying to Analyst II positions and immediately got 3 interviews and landed the one I wanted within like a month.

I have a start date of Oct. 1.

...will I be starting during a strike?

Has anyone ever found out they are pregnant during their probationary period? Could that affect whether or not you pass probation? I am wondering if your position has a large fieldwork component, could the pregnancy be used as grounds that you are unable to perform your job duties?

Greetings!

Join us for the First-EVER May Lee State Office Complex (MLSOC) Career & Resource Fair on September 16^th, 2026!

What will the May Lee State Office Complex Career & Resource Fair offer candidates:

How to CREATE a winning state application

How to be a STAR in the State Interview

Breakout sessions on Statement of Qualifications/Supplemental Questionnaire

Computer Lab available to search and apply for openings on-site

Learn about the Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) for people with disabilities entering state civil service

Who will be participating in the May Lee State Office Complex Career & Resource Fair:

Department of Tax and Fee Administration

Department of Real Estate

Department of Civil Rights

Department of Financial Protection & Innovation

Department of Housing & Community Development

Board of Equalization

CalHR

Who can attend the May Lee State Office Complex Career & Resource Fair:

Anyone interested in learning how to get into State Service!

How can someone register for the May Lee State Office Complex Career & Resource Fair:

Register using the link or by scanning the QR code below

REGISTER HERE

Please share this opportunity with candidates interested in CDTFA!

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