Air Pollution Specialist

The Industrial Strategies Division is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate individual to support the Program Assessment Section (Section) in developing and engaging with interested parties on air pollution mitigation strategies for the oil and gas sector. The Section is responsible for technical analysis of community exposure to oil and gas facilities, methane leaks from the natural gas system, and monitoring methods for biogas.

Under the direction of the Air Resources Supervisor I, the Air Pollution Specialist (APS) uses scientific principles and community engagement best practices to implement oil and gas-related programs in the section, including the California Air Resources Board (CARB)’s Study of Neighborhood Air near Petroleum Sources (SNAPS) Program. The APS coordinates outreach and engagement efforts with the public, communicates and facilitates meetings between relevant CARB Divisions, and researches relevant issues to inform SNAPS and other programs in the section. The APS is responsible for analyzing data, preparing reports, making recommendations based on study findings, and presenting findings to the public.

This position requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Additional details about specific duties and responsibilities can be found in the Duty Statement.

NOTE: If selected for the position, your salary offer is determined by the information you include on your Standard State Application (STD. 678). Please include a detailed description of all relevant experience and education in your application when applying.

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.
• Travel may be required.