Air Resources Supervisor I

Job Description and Duties

This is a repost. If you have previously applied for this position, there is no need to reapply.

The Program Planning and Management Branch of the Industrial Strategies Division is responsible for the program planning and management aspects of implementing the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (AB 32). The Emissions Data Quality Assurance Section is responsible for implementing the verification requirements of the Regulation for the Mandatory Reporting of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions (MRR). The section is also responsible for developing emission estimation and verification criteria and coordinating data quality assurance. To implement these responsibilities, the section develops and conducts verifier training, accredits verification bodies and individual third -party verifiers, reviews potential for verifier conflict of interest, conducts audits of verifier performance as part of oversight responsibilities, audits emission s data reports, coordinates verification statement set-asides and petitions, and collaborates on development of regulations and guidance for reporting entities and verifiers.

The Air Resources Supervisor I (ARS I) is the first line supervisor of a section of professional and  technical employees performing complex air pollution control and engineering work and the first level  to which administrative responsibility is assigned. The ARS I supervises and is responsible for data  gathered, quality assured, and third-party verified under the Mandatory Reporting Regulation, in  support of multiple CARB programs including the Cap-and-Trade Program, the COI Fees Program,  and the Statewide GHG Inventory. The ARS I works directly with third -party verifiers to provide  training, accreditation, technical support, and oversight. The ARS I also oversees and supports staff  who perform those activities. The position requires close interaction and teamwork with CARB staff  and management across Branches and Divisions, as well as staff and management from other public  and private organizations.

This position may require the ARS I to voluntarily agree to a background criminal and credit check to  ensure the integrity of the carbon market program due to the position's access to market sensitive  information.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

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.
• Telework availability may be updated in the near future.
• Travel is necessary as verification oversight requires fieldwork. Required travel may include driving duties within the U.S. as well as international and domestic airline travel.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Applicants must include a Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) for this recruitment. Applications without an SQ or including an SQ that does not directly answer all the items below will not be considered. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SQ.

• Require Name on SQ
• Require Job Control Number on SQ
• Maximum number of pages: 2 (Arial font, 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

Respond to the following questions:

1. Describe your experience leading a diverse team of scientists and engineers with development of technical regulations or policies related to climate change, air quality, or environmental protection. Please include your management style, your criteria for prioritizing multiple projects, and your strategy with large data quality assurance.   

2. Provide an example of your experience engaging with external stakeholders (such as represented industries, interest groups, advocates, regulated entities, multi-agency partners, etc.) to align strategic or regulatory goals.

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:

The most competitive candidates will have the following:  excellent management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, prior regulatory experience, a strong scientific and technical background; proven ability to meet deadlines; a broad knowledge of ARB programs and policies, especially those related to greenhouse gases and climate change policy; planning and management experience on major projects; and the ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff within the Division and across ARB, other government agencies, industry, non-governmental organizations and other public stakeholders.  This position is subject to a background check, including felony convictions and credit, because the ARS I may have access to highly sensitive carbon market information and/or the ability to electronically control such information.  All applications will be reviewed and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.  

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
• Located near to DOCO/Golden 1 Center

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 required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - Cover Letter
• Supplemental Application -

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