Air Pollution Specialist

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking six (6) motivated and analytical Air Pollution Specialists (APS) to join the Climate Related Financial Risk Section (CRFRS) within the Climate Data & Risk Reporting Branch (CDRRB). This section is responsible for implementing Senate Bill (SB) 261 (Stern, 2023), which requires large corporations to publicly disclose their climate-related financial risks and the measures they are taking to mitigate those risks. This groundbreaking effort will provide critical insight into corporate climate resilience and help inform future financial, regulatory, and investment decisions.

Under the general direction of the Air Resources Supervisor I, the APS will serve as a technical expert supporting the development and execution of California’s climate-related financial risk disclosure program. Responsibilities include evaluating domestic and international disclosure frameworks, developing reporting and compliance guidance, analyzing submitted disclosures, and supporting enforcement strategies. The APS will work closely with legal, economic, and technical experts; corporations; financial institutions; and climate disclosure organizations to ensure California’s program is transparent, aligned with best practices, and effectively implemented.

This position requires strong research and analytical skills, the ability to evaluate complex technical and policy issues, and a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement and program development. If you are passionate about climate risk, corporate accountability, and innovative policy development, we encourage you to apply!

NOTE: IF SELECTED FOR THE POSITION, YOUR SALARY OFFER IS DETERMINED BY WHAT YOU INCLUDE ON YOUR STANDARD STATE APPLICATION (STD. 678).  PLEASE INCLUDE A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ALL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION IN YOUR STATE APPLICATION (STD.678) WHEN APPLYING.

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.

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.