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Staff Air Pollution Specialist

California Air Resources Board
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The Enforcement Division's (ED) Portable Equipment Operations Section (PEOS) is seeking an innovative, highly motivated individual to become a member of its Portable Equipment Registration Program (PERP) to work closely with a dynamic team of Air Pollution Specialists (APS), Air Resources Engineers (ARE), and Air Resources Technicians (ART) on technical aspects of PERP. The Staff Air Pollution Specialist (SAPS) will also perform specialized assignments in conjunction with CARB divisions, California's 35 local air districts, regulated communities, and other public agencies regarding PERP, the Portable Regulation, and the Airborne Toxic Control Measure for Diesel Particulate Matter from Portable Engines Rated at 50 Horsepower and Greater (Portable Diesel Engine ATCM).

The successful candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of portable equipment emissions, requirements, and registration processes to lead and support CARB efforts in developing and implementing emissions strategies involving or affecting portable equipment as it relates to other CARB programs, information technology (IT) solutions, and collaborations both inside and outside of ED. The SAPS will develop and lead activities related to diesel and non-combustion particulate matter emissions including emissions calculations, PERP Regulation and Portable Diesel Engine ATCM compliance reporting, and investigations, in addition to assisting the public, the regulated community, and local air districts with assessing, maintaining, and achieving compliance. Specific to registration of newly produced portable equipment, the SAPS will establish acceptance criteria for PERP APS, ARE, and ART staff by researching and evaluating complex portable engines and equipment units that may require in-field assessments.

This position will require the ability to lead, manage, and support multiple projects involving varying emissions categories throughout CARB and interact extensively with external stakeholders. Coordination between several internal and external government entities regarding power generation and stationary source operations will be necessary for rulemaking and implementation efforts involving portable equipment. As zero-emission technology becomes more abundant, the SAPS will investigate, research, and analyze new technologies for the portable equipment sector which may result in leading future regulatory amendments for the PERP Regulation and Portable Diesel Engine ATCM. This may also result in coordinating and attending workshops, workgroups, hearings, and other related meetings. The SAPS may also provide portable equipment expertise to ED and other CARB divisions for technical guidance documents, investigations and inspections, and task force activities. Presentations and other correspondence related to PERP may also be performed as needed. Travel for such activities may be required.
 

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

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

 

Working Conditions

 


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 set forth 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, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.

  • 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.
  • This position requires occasional travel.