Air Pollution Specialist

You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job. This position can be located in Sacramento or Riverside County. The Mobile Source Control Division is recruiting for a organized and motivated Air Pollition Specialist (APS), to work on a team of professional and technical staff working on zero emission vehicle policies in the Zero Emission Vehicle Market Advancement Section (Section) within the Advanced Clean Cars Branch. The Section consists of a friendly team of professional staff responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing complementary policies to facilitate and encourage the uptake of light-duty ZEVs. These efforts include supporting consumer awareness of ZEVs through marketing, research, education, and outreach; supporting participation in California, multi-state, and international partnership activities; implementation of CARB’s ZEV Equity Task Force; development and implementation of California’s Environmental Performance label; and on-going assessments of California’s ZEV market and supporting complementary ZEV policies. Under the supervision of an Air Resources Supervisor I, this Air Pollution Specialist is responsible for designing and developing ZEV policies by drafting policy recommendations, applying critical analysis to complex issues, and working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to shape effective, equitable solutions and advance program goals. This position will work in coordination with Branch staff to lead the development of new Environmental Performance label unique to battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The APS will collaborate across CARB and external partners to support the implementation of EO-27-25 by developing and providing detailed policy‑level briefings, and communicating information clearly to both decision‑makers and the public. If you are passionate about advancing zero emission vehicles and equity, and have a strong strategic analysis background, we encourage you to apply! 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. Position located in a high‑rise building Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.) Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone. Must be able to move/transport office supplies/equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. May require travel up to 10% of the time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Austin Community College