Reservoir Modeling Lead

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. Position Details Job Code #: JC-520305 Position #(s): 673-450-3875-029 Working Title: Reservoir Modeling Lead Classification: STAFF AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST Salary: $10,521.00 - $13,173.00 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Job Description and Duties The Industrial Strategies Division within the California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking an experienced Reservoir Modeling Lead (RML) to lead the technical review of geologic reservoir modeling and develop CARB staff's capabilities in reservoir modeling within California’s Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) program. As the RML in the Greenhouse Gas Measures Section (GGMS) of the Carbon Management Branch, you will also serve as a staff lead within the CCUS program—overseeing the most complex and high‑profile assignments, guiding section staff, leading review of applications for Permanence Certification, and developing policies and regulations that are central to California’s carbon neutrality strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical review of geologic reservoir modeling conducted for Sequestration Site Certification and CCS Project Certification applications (collectively called Permanence Certification) under CARB’s CCS Protocol for geologic sequestration. Develop capacity of CARB staff to review geologic reservoir modeling. Lead, coordinate, and oversee CARB staff work and applicant communications for Sequestration Site Certification and CCS Project Certification applications under CARB’s CCS Protocol for geologic sequestration. Serve as the lead technical and policy reviewer for Permanence Certification applications. Lead the development, implementation, and refinement of CCS regulations and protocols. Direct and conduct analyses evaluating feasibility, cost‑effectiveness, environmental impacts, and equity considerations of CCS and related carbon management strategies. Coordinate program activities with internal CARB teams, other state and federal agencies, industry, academia, and non‑governmental organizations. Represent CARB at workshops, conferences, hearings, and stakeholder meetings, presenting technical and policy findings. Prepare high‑level briefings and recommendations for CARB leadership and the Executive Office. This position requires a combination of technical depth, policy acumen, and communication and leadership skills to advance one of California’s most innovative climate programs. Occasional in‑state travel (up to 5%) is required. 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. 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) #J-18808-Ljbffr California Air Resources Board