Air Pollution Specialist

2 weeks ago


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

The Quality Management Branch within the California Air Resources Board (CARB)’s Monitoring and Laboratory Division (MLD) has an immediate opportunity for two (2) motivated Air Pollution Specialists (APS) to assist with ensuring CARB meets its federally-mandated Primary Quality Assurance Organization (PQAO) responsibilities. The PQAO is responsible for the quality management activities that support California’s ambient air monitoring programs.
- Each APS will provide quality assurance oversight and guidance for the PQAO monitoring organizations to ensure the ambient air monitoring data collected throughout California complies with quality management practices, procedures, and regulations set forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA). The data collected are used to assess exposure to the residents of California and support CARB's attainment and regulatory decisions. Each APS will coordinate with PQAO monitoring organizations to provide overall training, support, organization, and communication for all quality assurance activities and serve as liaison for the PQAO monitoring organizations. Each APS will review and inspect air monitoring programs for compliance with the collection, analysis, validation, and reporting of ambient air monitoring data; identify and resolve problems; assist with developing and managing a comprehensive air monitoring training program; review and analyze quality assurance/quality control data; and assist with conducting technical systems audits.
- 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.
- Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
- Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)
- Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

Travel may be required to participate in trainings, audits, meetings, annual PQAO monitoring organization visits, stakeholder engagements, or other events, as needed.
- Minimum Requirements

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

Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement

Position Details

**Job Code #**:

- JC-433006
- **Position #(s)**:

- 673-510-3887-067
673-510-3887-070
- **Working Title**:
**Liaison for Air Monitoring Organizations**

**Classification**:

- AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST
$5,633.00 - $6,719.00 A
$6,748.00 - $8,445.00 B
$8,717.00 - $10,903.00 C
- **# of Positions**:

- Multiple
- **Work Location**:

- Sacramento 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
- Please include a concise, well-written, one-page cover letter that describes why you are interested in this position and details how your qualifications, previous education, and job experiences have prepared you for the duties and responsibilities of this position.
- Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 6/3/2024
- **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**
State Air Resources Board
-Attn: Classification and Certification Unit
-1001 I Street, 5th Floor
-Sacramento, CA 95814

**Address for Drop-Off Application Packages**
State Air Resources Board
-Classification and Certification Unit
-1001 I Street, 5th Floor
-Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

**Required Application Package Documents**
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Other
Cover Letter (See Special Requirements section for further information)

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.

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