Rob Locke

Rob Locke is an experienced professional with a diverse background in employee relations, benefits administration, and operational management. Currently serving as a Benefits and Employee Relations Analyst at the Santa Barbara County Education Office since May 2017, Rob is involved in advising employees on benefits, supporting collective bargaining, and conducting workplace investigations. With previous roles including Payroll Technician and Benefits Technician, Rob has built a strong foundation in payroll and benefits administration. As the Founder of California Hunting and former General Manager of the Goleta Valley Community Center, Rob has overseen operations, managed budgets, and developed community programs. Additional experiences include leadership in parking operations with the City of Santa Barbara and extensive coaching roles in high school and collegiate water polo. Rob holds a BA in English from UC Santa Barbara and further education from the University of Phoenix and Ventura College.