Telework Update: EDD August Follow-up
On July 24th, SEIU had a follow-up meeting with EDD regarding the Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate. SEIU again requested a full breakdown of impacted employees, divisions, and worksite locations that are temporarily exempt, using rotating systems or temporarily delayed...
Steward Spotlight – Leif Jones
Leif Jones, Department of Housing and Community Development What made you decide to start working for the State? I was looking for a career path where I could contribute to my community. Something where I would work with people who need help. It's a space that...
Master Table Update: July 30, 2026
July 30, 2026Many members have asked what happens now that our Contract expired 30 days ago. The answer is simple: bargaining continues. Our bargaining team is still at the table, but the State is refusing to bargain fairly. That's why last week SEIU Local 1000 filed...
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Master Table Update: July 23, 2026
July 23, 2026Another week of bargaining has come and gone. While we've reached a few additional tentative agreements that improve working conditions, the State still refuses to move on the issues that matter most to state workers. Today marks 23 days since our...
Bakersfield College (BC) LVN to RN Apprenticeship Information
We are excited to announce that we are currently accepting applications for the LVN to RN Apprenticeship Program at Bakersfield College (BC) for an October 2026 cohort start. First launched in 2015, this program has been our longest running apprenticeship, and we are...
SEIU Local 1000 Files Unfair Practice Charge – July 22, 2026
SEIU Local 1000 filed an Unfair Practice Charge on Wednesday, July 22 alleging the State failed to bargain fairly over wages, benefits and working conditions for the state workers who keep California running Our Bargaining Team brought forward proposals to improve...
Union Win: Rejection During Probation Withdrawn – DLC 767 Member Reinstated
We’re excited to share a strong win from the Union Resource Center (URC). A DLC 767 California Conservation Corps (CCC) employee was rejected during their probationary period from their Analyst II position. A State Personnel Board appeal was quickly filed, and through...
Master Table Update: July 16, 2026
July 16, 2026Over the past two weeks, our bargaining team has continued meeting with the State at both the Master and Unit bargaining tables. While we've reached a few additional tentative agreements that improve working conditions, the State still has not moved on...
Telework Update: OEIS
On July 14, 2026, SEIU Local 1000 held a meet-and-confer session with Office Of Energy Infrastructure Safety (OEIS) regarding the Return-to-Office (RTO) mandate, effective July 1, 2026. During the meeting, the department confirmed that the department has already...