Deputy Director of Communications

Pending DOF Approval

The California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) mission is to promote and protect public health, welfare, and ecological resources through effective reduction of air pollutants while recognizing and considering effects on the economy. CARB is the lead agency for climate change programs and oversees all air pollution control efforts in California to attain and maintain health-based air quality standards. With a budget of over $2 billion and a staff of over 1,800, the Board plays a critical role in moving forward key regulations that impact the public health of all Californians. The legislature, media and public take a serious interest in this work on a regular basis.

The Chair's Office plans, organizes and directs the work of the CARB divisions responsible for protecting air quality in California. The Office of Communications within the Chair’s Office ensures that accurate and timely information is provided to the public, media, and stakeholders while upholding CARB’s branding and mission.

The Deputy Director of Communications reports to the Communications Director and serves in a supervisory role to one Air Pollution Specialist, four Information Officer lls, three Information Officer Is, and one Staff Services Manager I and will assist in the planning, organizing, and directing of the Office of Communications activities within the Office of the Chair at CARB. In conjunction with the Communications Director, the Deputy Director also serves as a spokesperson for CARB on a wide range of the Board's climate and air quality issues before statewide, national, and international media and acts as a lead information officer for public and media relations inquiries.

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

Working Conditions

Minimum of two days a week in the office.