AIR RESOURCES SUPERVISOR I

Job Description and Duties

Would you like to manage an innovative, fast-paced team that develops and implements plans for areas in California to meet national air quality standards and implement the requirements of the federal Clean Air Act? Can you develop and advocate creative solutions to public policy questions? Do you like to solve both concrete and conceptual problems? This position in the South Coast Air Quality Planning Section of the Air Quality Planning Branch offers the opportunity to manage work on State-level planning documents, air quality plans for the southern California region, ensure that California implements those plans, and interact with all CARB divisions, air districts and U.S. EPA.

The South Coast Air Quality Planning Section is responsible for all air quality planning issues related to and working with the South Coast Air Quality Management District and other Districts in southern California. The section is the lead in development of ozone and particulate matter State Implementation Plans (SIPs) as required under the federal Clean Air Act for the southern portion of California, and lead in the preparation of statewide planning documents including the State SIP Strategy. SCAQPS provides criteria pollutant-focused policy support related to the federal and California Clean Air Act and tracks compliance with plan commitments including CARB and air district progress in developing rules and regulations, and meeting emission reduction commitments. As part of California's implementation of the SIP, SCAQPS oversees CARB’s review of air district rules and ensures that district rules and CARB regulations are properly submitted into the California SIP.

Under the direction of the Chief of Air Quality Planning Branch, the Air Resoruces Supervisor (ARS) I supervises and directs staff in developing planning documents and other related tasks. The ARS I identifies policy direction to be given to districts, staff role in various proceedings, and/or information to be gathered. The ARS I guides and analyzes the development of SIP measures and programs, which protect public health, satisfy state and federal mandates. The ARS I identifies and develops strategy for resolving major issues. The ARS I also handles negotiations with district planning staff and other affected parties. Coordination with air districts, federal government and other public and private stakeholder groups is essential to this position.

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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.
• Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds may be necessary.
  

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: 1 (Arial 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

Please describe how your skills, education, and work experience make you qualified for this position.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual that has: excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with staff and management at all levels; ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines; familiarity with criteria pollutant air quality issues, the National Ambient Air Quality Standards, district rules, and emission reduction strategies; experience taking items to the Board; experience working with external stakeholders including air districts, the federal government, advocacy organizations, and industry representatives; and ability to supervise staff who may work remotely.

The most competitive applicants will have the demonstrated ability to: serve as a team leader; generate high-quality products in short timeframes; quickly digest and summarize information into key issues and recommendations for upper management; anticipate program needs and initiate solutions; write concisely and effectively in everyday language; engage non technical audiences on complex or technical subject matter; and maintain composure under pressure and in sensitive conversations.

To apply, include a concise, well-written, one-page cover letter that describes your interest in this position and air quality planning. Please also include a one-page statement of qualifications that describes how your skills, education, and work experience make you qualified for this position. These documents will be used for interview screening in addition to your application and resume. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be interviewed. Please indicate Position #673-710-3762-008 on the State application (STD 678) and include a copy of your degree(s).

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - Cover Letter
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.