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Air Pollution Specialist

California Air Resources Board
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is spearheading two groundbreaking climate initiatives: the California Corporate Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, authorized by Senate Bill (SB) 253 (Wiener, 2023), and the Climate-Related Financial Risk Disclosure Program, authorized by SB 261 (Stern, 2023). These programs position CARB at the forefront of climate action, setting new standards for corporate environmental accountability.

The Climate Data and Risk Reporting Branch (CDRRB) is assembling a dynamic team to develop and implement these transformative programs. We are currently seeking two Air Pollution Specialists (APS) to join the Fee and Enforcement Support Section (FESS); these positions will have a regulatory development and implementation focus. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to pioneering climate policies that will have a lasting impact on California's environmental landscape.

About the Fee and Enforcement Support Section (FESS)
FESS is instrumental in:

  • Developing and implementing regulations for fee assessments.
  • Contributing to the formulation and execution of program reporting and disclosure requirements.
  • Maintaining comprehensive databases of businesses subject to program mandates.
  • Coordinating with state and federal greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting programs.
  • Managing procurement and contracts essential for program implementation and assessment.
  • Collaborating with the Enforcement Division and Legal Office to ensure compliance with program standards.

 

Role and Responsibilities:
As an Air Pollution Specialist in FESS, you will be responsible for:

  • Drafting regulatory text and supporting the development of comprehensive rulemaking packages in alignment with CARB’s statutory obligations.
  • Preparing key rulemaking documents, including public notices, the Initial Statement of Reasons (ISOR), Final Statement of Reasons (FSOR), CEQA documentation, Response to Comments, and staff recommendations for Board action.
  • Planning and participating in public workshops and Board meetings, helping to shape and present CARB’s regulatory approach to a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Contributing to the implementation of adopted regulations, including designing processes for fee assessments and working with large datasets to support program operations.
  • Providing technical and regulatory support to CARB’s Enforcement Division to help ensure compliance and support any enforcement actions that may arise.
  • Some travel may be required.

 

Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

CARB’s regulatory programs may affect a broad range of entities operating in California. Applicants should evaluate whether their financial interests, including those of immediate family members (spouse and dependent children), could disqualify them from participating in decision-making for such programs. Please refer to California Government Code section 19990 and the Fair Political Practices Commission resources for information on conflict of interest rules.

Join us in shaping the future of California's climate policy and making a tangible difference in the fight against climate change!

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 Resource Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required.? 

Beginning July 1st, 2025, per Executive Order N-22-25, CARB employees will be required to report into office four days a week. 

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
  • 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.