Rail and Freight Systems Air Pollution Specialist

This position can be located in Sacramento or Riverside County.

Are you interested in California's rail network, zero emission rail technology, and reducing air pollution? The Freight Systems Section (FSS), part of California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) Transportation and Toxics Division, has an immediate opening for an Air Pollution Specialist (APS) to assist with efforts to reduce emissions from California's freight network. This is your opportunity to join our rewarding team and start making a difference in the lives of Californians.

FSS is focused on supporting California’s freight initiatives, including identifying and developing opportunities for accelerating the adoption of cleaner technologies and increasing the use of zero emission technologies, specifically in the rail industry. The APS will play a key role in the ongoing development and implementation of CARB’s freight initiatives and emission reduction programs. Under close supervision (Range A) or supervision (Range B/C) from an Air Resources Supervisor I, the APS will work with a team in the creation of programs that will accelerate the use of cleaner freight equipment; provide scientific knowledge on the deployment of zero and near-zero emission technologies at seaports, railyards and other large freight facilities; provide guidance on the development of compliance tracking mechanisms; and provide input and technical knowledge related to the deployment of zero emission vehicles and equipment.

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 Boards' (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.