Air Pollution Specialist

The Section is responsible for preparing spatially, temporally, and size-resolved emission inventories, as well as conducting air quality modeling studies and providing technical support using sound science for statewide regulatory and policy programs. The Section works with and supports a broad range of internal and external scientists, engineers, and policymakers. The Section is comprised of engineers and scientists who use state-of-science computer models, computer systems, and computer software (including programming and scripting with application/development software). The duties of the Section broadly fall into the following areas: 1) the development of quality-assured gridded emission inventories for air quality modeling; 2) coordination with other sections and air quality districts on the development of emission targets for State Implementation Plans; and 3) development of metrics and procedures to assess the emission inventories and input parameters for meteorological and air quality models.

For this vacancy we are looking for candidates with expertise in atmospheric sciences and chemistry. The ideal candidate will have air quality background and knowledge of emission source testing and the associated laboratory analysis procedures to develop and coordinate the development of new particle size and chemical species profiles from fundamental source testing and survey data. The selected candidate will be expected to utilize, write, and/or update protocols, procedures, and software related to applying these data towards creating emission inputs to air quality models. More details of the specific duties for this position can be found on the duty statement.

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.