[ES_JOBS_NET] Open position in the Atmospheric Modeling and Support Section of the California Air Resources Board (CARB)

[August Kinney]

*DUTIES:*

The Atmospheric Modeling and Support Section of the Air Quality Planning
and Science Division has an open position for an Air Resources Engineer or
Air Pollution Specialist who will be assigned a variety of the following
types of responsibilities : 1) producing, generally assessing, and
providing quality assurance of emission inputs and supporting data used for
air quality models; 2) assessing, testing, and improving emission model
components; 3) conducting GIS-based analyses using emissions,
meteorological, and air quality data; 4) project coordination, reviewing
contract deliverables, and managing contracts; and 5) summarizing and
presenting project results or technical findings to all levels of
management.

The section is responsible for preparing spatially, temporally, and
size-resolved emission inventories, as well as conducting air quality
modeling studies and providing technical support using sound science for
statewide regulatory and policy programs. The section works with and
supports a broad range of internal and external scientists, engineers, and
policymakers. The section is comprised of engineers and scientists who use
state-of-science computer models, computer systems, and computer software
(including programming and scripting with application/development
software). The duties of the section broadly fall into the following areas:
1) the development of quality-assured gridded emission inventories for air
quality modeling; 2) coordination with other sections and air quality
districts on the development of emission targets for State Implementation
Plans; and 3) development of metrics and procedures to assess the emission
inventories and input parameters for meteorological and air quality models.

*DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:*

Due to the needs of the section that are associated with this specific
position, the most competitive candidates will have: 1) a strong science or
engineering background; 2) excellent communication skills (both verbal and
written); 3) experience with Linux or Unix operative systems, including
shell scripting 4) recent hands-on programming experience; and 5.) a
demonstrated ability to work with large datasets. Additionally, the most
competitive candidates will be enthusiastic team players with strong
interpersonal skills. Some or all of the highly desirable qualifications
listed above may be tested via a written exam prior to oral interviews.

It is also highly desirable that candidates will possess some combination
of the following knowledge, skills, or abilities: knowledge of the emission
and meteorological input needs of photochemical and/or aerosol models;
hands-on experience preparing inputs for air quality or emissions models;
experience with data analysis tools that can be used to quality assure very
large datasets similar to air quality model inputs and outputs; previous
experience writing command line executable scripts with Python, Perl, SQL
database languages, or R; and familiarity with GIS software.

*WHO MAY APPLY:*

Air Pollution Specialists and qualified candidates in other classifications
are encouraged to apply.

Applicants will be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be
interviewed. This vacancy may be subject to SROA/Surplus provisions.
Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their surplus letter with a
completed standard State application (STD 678). On page one of your State
application you must clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility: list
appointment, transfer, SROA, surplus, re-employment, or reinstatement.

If interested, please submit a completed standard State application (STD
678) referencing position #673-745-3735-007 and any other relevant
documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degrees, resume, etc.) to
the attention of Mary Heckman at the address below.


Additional Information:

Working TitlePosition NumberAir Resources Engineer673 - 745 - 3735 - xxx*Will
also consider hiring a(n)*AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST $4,204.00 - $8,136.00
LocationCountySacramentoSACRAMENTOTimebaseTenureFull TimePermanent
month(s)Final Filing Date:Department
Link:03/17/2014http://www.arb.ca.govContact
Unit/Address*Contact Name/Phone*Air Resources Board/AQPSD
1001 I Street, 7th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814Mary Heckman
(916) 322-6021
mheckman at arb.ca.gov







http://jobs.spb.ca.gov/wvpos/more_info.cfm?recno=542974
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