Staff Air Pollution Specialist

4 weeks ago


Riverside County CA, United States State Air Resources Board Full time

The Mobile Source Laboratory Division (MSLD) is seeking a Staff Air Pollution Specialist (SAPS) to lead the Equipment Support Section (ESS). The mission of the ESS is to provide expertise in the maintenance, failure diagnosis and resolution of problems with dynamometers, laboratory testing, sampling, measurement and calibration equipment and their interaction with laboratory infrastructure, and test cell automation systems. Under the general direction of the Air Resources Supervisor I, the SAPS would serve as the lead staff in the section and be responsible for coordinating and performing the work of the Section, including the initial evaluation of staff capabilities in the operation of testing, sampling, measurement and calibration equipment, and the identification of training needs for staff to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to bridge the knowledge gap between test cell, QA/QC, and AVL on-site support staff to quickly resolve issues preventing the utilization of test cells per CFR requirements. The SAPS would be leading the efforts to plan, develop, and implement the trainings needed for sections within MSLD.

You will find additional information about the job in the **Duty Statement**.

Working Conditions
- Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
- Additional working condition(s): Duties will be conducted within a cutting-edge, climate-controlled laboratory environment, and occasionally in the field or on travel status (less than 20% of the time).

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- STAFF AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement

Position Details

**Job Code #**:

- JC-434852
- **Position #(s)**:

- 673-930-3875-003
- **Working Title**:
**Equipment Support Section**

**Classification**:

- STAFF AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST
$10,015.00 - $12,538.00
- **# of Positions**:

- Multiple
- **Work Location**:

- Riverside County
- **Telework**:

- Hybrid
- **Job Type**:

- Permanent, Full Time
- Department Information

CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world’s most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

Special Requirements
Require Name on SOQ
- Require Job Control Number on SOQ
- Maximum number of pages: 3

Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 6/10/2024
- **Who May Apply**
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
- **How To Apply**
- **Address for Mailing Application Packages**
CA Environmental Protection Agency
-Attn: Classification and Certification Unit
-C/O California Air Resources Board
-1001 I Street, 5th Floor - P.O. Box 2815
-Sacramento, CA 95814

**Address for Drop-Off Application Packages**
CA Environmental Protection Agency
-Classification and Certification Unit
-C/O California Air Resources Board
-1001 I Street, 5th Floor - P.O. Box 2815
-Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

**Required Application Package Documents**
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) - Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications
- **Benefits**:

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
- Free parking
- Convenient to public transportation
- Gym

Contact Information

**Hiring Unit Contact**:
Margo Liner
(951) 542-3255

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

**EEO Contact**:
Payam Ahmadi
- (000)
-California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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