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California Air Resources Board · 1 day ago

Branch Chief

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$12,562/mo - $15,724/mo

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is looking for a skilled manager to serve as Chief of the Mobile Sources Analysis Branch. The role involves overseeing data analysis related to transportation and mobile source emissions, as well as regulatory development for the Statewide Clean Aviation Initiative.

AssociationNon Profit

Work & Life Balance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducting data analysis related to assessing transportation and mobile source emissions

Responsible for regulatory development as part of the Statewide Clean Aviation Initiative

Modeling mobile source emissions and activities

Conducting scenario analysis to identify technologically feasible and cost-effective mobile source strategies for meeting California's clean air goals

Directing managers and staff to develop emission reduction programs for the aviation sector

Organizing, planning, directing, and supervising activities involving engineering and data analyses of emissions from the State’s on- and off-road mobile sources

Designing, maintaining, and periodically revising the State’s mobile source emissions inventory models

Assessing emission changes from new and existing control measures, emissions standards, and disruptive transportation technologies

Qualification

Data analysisEmission reduction programsMobile source emissionsRegulatory developmentLeadershipCommunication

Required

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment

The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position

The SOQ documents each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing

Candidates whose applications do not include the required SOQ will not be considered for this position

Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ

Require Name on SOQ

Require Job Control Number on SOQ

Maximum number of pages: 2 (Arial 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

Describe why you are interested in this position, and how your education and experience qualify you to lead the branch

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered

Final Filing Date: 1/29/2026

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available)

SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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)

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting

Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov

When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: State Air Resources Board, Essam Gad, Attn: Classification and Certification Unit, 1001 I Street, 5th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: State Air Resources Board, Essam Gad, Classification and Certification Unit, 1001 I Street, 5th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814

The drop-off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

The following items are required to be submitted with your application

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov

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

Statement of Qualifications - 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

Company

California Air Resources Board

Agency charged with protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution & developing programs & actions to fight climate change.

Founded in 1963

Sacramento, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/

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