Staff Air Pollution Specialist

We are seeking a dynamic and a driven leader in Riverside or Sacramento.

 

The California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) Office of Community Air Protection (OCAP) is seeking a highly capable and forward-looking Staff Air Pollution Specialist to join the Program Assessment and Reporting Section and help guide California’s community focused air quality work. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply advanced technical expertise and provide leadership in a program that plays a central role in supporting environmental equity across the state.

The successful candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, scientific insight, and strategic thinking to assist Section-level planning and decision making. This includes contributing to the development of Section and assisting achieve its strategic goals, supporting alignment across internal teams, and helping shape approaches that strengthen Program's effectiveness statewide.

Technical leadership is a key component of this role. The incumbent will draw on a deep understanding of air quality science and community level exposure assessment to support the development and refinement of analytical approaches used across the program. This includes interpreting diverse technical information, synthesizing complex findings, and helping ensure that analyses are clearly communicated to both technical and non-technical audiences.

The position also involves providing leadership in collaborative efforts with community partners, local agencies, and internal CARB divisions. By fostering strong communication, supporting problem solving, and identifying emerging needs, the Staff Air Pollution Specialist will help strengthen program consistency and responsiveness. Lessons learned through these interactions will inform improved practices and contribute to OCAP’s continued evolution.

The role also supports the advancement of modern digital communication tools that enhance accessibility of program information. The incumbent will utilize analytical and visualization platforms, such as ArcGIS and Microsoft Power BI, contributing to clearer communication of complex concepts and improved transparency across OCAP’s work.

This position offers an opportunity to apply strong leadership, advanced technical expertise, and collaborative skills to one of CARB’s most community driven programs, helping shape approaches that support cleaner air and healthier communities across California.

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.

PLP Language:

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.
• Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds. 
• Occasional travel may be required locally and within the state. 
• Mandatory overtime may be required.