AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

Job Posting: Air Pollution Specialist

State Air Resources Board

JC-527508

• Air Pollution Specialist

AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

$5,918.00 - $11,455.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/25/2026

Application Methods:

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Job Description and Duties

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a motivated, innovative, and technically oriented individual to join our multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers. This position plays a critical role in developing, maintaining, and enhancing CARB's emissions inventories, which support State Implementation Plans (SIPs), community health initiatives, regulatory development, and air quality planning across California.

The Emissions Inventory Section is responsible for maintaining and updating CARB's statewide criteria pollutant and toxic air contaminant inventories. Staff work closely with California's 35 air districts to collect stationary source emissions data required under state and federal regulations. The team also collaborates with CARB's internal programs and local districts to gather emissions data for area wide, mobile source, and event categories. Using growth and control factors developed with district partners and CARB technical teams, the section forecasts emissions inventories to future years to support air quality modeling and planning.

To improve data quality and accessibility, the section develops and maintains applications for emissions data collection, data management, and reporting. These tools provide communities, air districts, regulators, researchers, state agencies, and other stakeholders with reliable, transparent, and user friendly emissions data.

This position serves a vital function in the section's work by compiling and performing rigorous quality assurance on emissions inventories submitted by local air districts and internal CARB programs. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the team's lead forecaster to develop control profiles informed by emerging regulations and new control technologies. In addition, the position will be responsible for creating analytical tools and summary reports to evaluate emissions inventory forecasts used for air quality modeling and planning. The incumbent will also prepare standardized documentation outlining internal procedures for updating emissions inventories and control profiles. Finally, the role involves working with CARB staff, other government agencies, and academic partners to apply advanced QA/QC methods and strengthen the overall accuracy and reliability of CARB's emissions data.

The work produced by this section is foundational to improving air quality statewide. In this position, you will directly support air quality planning, photochemical modeling, regulatory development, community level emission reduction strategies, and project level environmental assessments. Your contributions will help ensure the accuracy and reliability of emissions data used to guide California's most important air quality and public health decisions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific and technical background in one or more of the following areas: emissions forecasting, air quality, air quality modeling, emissions inventory development, stationary source emissions, or a closely related field. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, collaborative capabilities, and comfort working with large datasets are highly desirable.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required.

The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position's designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• Requires being stationary, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.).
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-527508

Position #(s):

673-710-3887-085

Working Title:

Air Pollution Specialist

Classification:

AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

$5,918.00 - $7,059.00 A

$7,089.00 - $8,872.00 B

$9,158.00 - $11,455.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify

CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world's most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. The SOQ documents each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Candidates whose applications do not include the required SOQ will not be considered for this position. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

• Require Name on SOQ
• Require Job Control Number on SOQ
• Maximum number of pages: 2 (Arial 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

Please describe your interest in this specific position and how your professional experiences can contribute to the objectives of the program. Please describe relevant professional experience and technical skills as they are related to the Desirable Qualifications, the Job Description and Duties sections, and the Duty Statement.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 8/25/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Air Resources Board

Essam Gad

Attn: Classification and Certification Unit

1001 I Street, 5th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

State Air Resources Board

Essam Gad

Classification and Certification Unit

1001 I Street, 5th Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

The drop-off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

We are seeking a versatile, self motivated, and forward thinking individual who can adapt to evolving program needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific foundation in air quality, air quality modeling, emissions inventories, stationary source emissions, or a closely related discipline.

Because this position is responsible for compiling and conducting quality assurance on CARB's comprehensive emissions inventory, as well as developing and improving data management and visualization tools, prior experience in several areas is highly desirable. Candidates should be able to perform QA/QC on large datasets, design publicly accessible data visualization tools, and translate complex scientific methodologies into clear, detailed documentation that is understandable to both the public and policymakers. The most competitive applicants will have experience working with relational databases and SQL, programming in languages such as R, Python, or MATLAB, and developing visualizations using software such as ArcGIS Enterprise, Tableau, or comparable tools.

In addition to technical expertise, the ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate strong communication skills. This includes being comfortable working with the public, providing excellent customer service to both internal and external partners, and developing clear written communications and documentation that support shared understanding of procedures and methodologies.

Applicants will be evaluated on how well they meet the desirable qualifications outlined above. A cover letter is required as part of the application package. In your cover letter, limited to a maximum of two pages, please describe your interest in this specific position and explain how your background and experience align with the program's goals. Be sure to address your relevant technical expertise and professional accomplishments as they relate to the Desirable Qualifications, Job Description and Duties, and Duty Statement.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility
• Bike storage and locker rooms

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Jake Rivas

(000) -

jake.rivas@arb.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Equal Employment Opportunity Office

(000) -

EEOP@arb.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

Address for Mailing or Drop-Off Application Packages

Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting hardcopy applications (mail/drop-off), please email Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov with the JC number in the subject line to confirm submission. Your email will serve as a time stamp that a document was dropped off before the final filing date. Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date.

NOTE: Applicants must not include Social Security Numbers, LEAP status information or paperwork, Equal Employment Opportunity information, exam result notices or scores, or medical or criminal history information on any document within their application package.

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California Environmental Protection Agency/State Air Resources Board

Attn: Human Resources Branch/ Classification & Certification unit, JC-527508

1001 I Street, 5th Floor/P.O. Box 2815

Sacramento, CA 95814

Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date. The drop-off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.