Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting a hardcopy application (mail/drop-off), please send an email to Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission.

The Cap-and-Trade Program within the Industrial Strategies Division (ISD) is seeking an enthusiastic Air Pollution Specialist (APS) with expertise in methane emissions reductions to develop and implement requirements of the Cap-and-Trade Program’s Compliance Offsets Program. Under direction of an Air Resources Supervisor I (ARSI), this incumbent will participate as a member of high level technical (engineering and scientific) teams established to address policy and technical issues associated with plans and protocols for the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through internationally linked cap-and-trade programs. The duties are primarily focused on the implementation of methane projects, including the Mine Methane Capture and Livestock Compliance Offset Protocols.

The incumbent will assess protocol projects, assist offset project operators with compliance and verification, and perform verification audits across the United States. The incumbent will develop technical and statistical tools and approaches for assessing greenhouse gas quantification, monitoring, and reporting applicable to methane reduction projects. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing updates to the compliance offset protocols and the associated regulatory provisions where directed. The incumbent may evaluate and assist in the development and implementation of new protocol project types. The incumbent will develop a variety of reports, briefing papers, speeches and presentations, and will work with management to evaluate proposals and recommend creative solutions to climate change challenges. The incumbent will be called upon to serve as a lead person for workgroups, technical meetings, and verification and project audits, and to engage in events with industry, environmental groups, government organizations, and the public.

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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. 

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.

• 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.
• Travel may be required.

Special Requirements

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

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 be highly motivated, self-starting, enthusiastic, and will possess the ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of management, government, and industry. They will have strong written and verbal communication skills; the ability to handle sensitive and confidential assignments with tact, diplomacy, and strict adherence to confidentiality procedures; the ability to handle rapidly changing priorities; and the ability to work under pressure and time constraints. The incumbent must have the demonstrated ability to analyze data, develop solutions, and present information effectively both orally and in writing. The incumbent should have demonstrated experience and/or knowledge about the Cap-and-Trade Program and/or other climate regulations and must be able to gain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during work. The most competitive candidates will have demonstrated experience with methane emissions quantification and reduction efforts. Experience with California Air Resources Board’s (CARB's) Compliance Offset Program is also highly desirable. The ability to handle sensitive information and materials in a highly public setting is a must.

This position is subject to a background check, including felony convictions and credit, because the incumbent may have access to highly sensitive carbon market information and/or the ability to electronically control such information. A duty statement is available upon request. Applications will be screened 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

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.
• Other - Cover Letter

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