[ES_JOBS_NET] Air Pollution Specialist, Health and Ecosystems Assessment, California Air Resources Board

[Alexis, Maureen@ARB]

Job Posting: Air Pollution Specialist
State Air Resources Board
JC-131084
AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST
$4,651.00 - $9,000.00
Final Filing Date: 3/4/2019
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off

Job Description and Duties
The Health and Ecosystems Assessment Section has an opening for a motivated staff person with expertise in toxicology or public health. The California Air Resources Board is internationally recognized as one of the leading air pollution control agencies. It is a world leader in promoting public health by providing healthful air for all Californians. The Section provides scientific and technical support for the Board's efforts to achieve statewide attainment of air quality standards.
The selected candidate will develop and manage research contracts with outside investigators, conduct in-house research, and prepare reports and analyze data on exposure to air pollutants. CARB funds extramural research with universities on health effects related to exposure to air pollution. The candidate will identify research needs, develop relationships with investigators and manage research contracts. CARB also has air quality data sets from stationary monitors, mobile monitors, special monitoring studies, and satellites. The candidate will analyze the data to evaluate the effectiveness of CARB's efforts to improve air quality. The section also receives inquiries on the toxicity of air pollutants from the public as well as the Board. The candidate will write clear summaries of pollutant toxicity. The candidate will make presentations to the Board and community-based organizations, and respond to questions from the public. The candidate should be comfortable making presentations and communicating CARB's objectives to nontechnical audiences.
Some travel may be required.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement<https://www.CalCareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=6012083&name=673-373-3887-005(PatWong)092818.pdf>.

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
*         AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST<https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=3887>

Additional Documents
*         Job Application Package Checklist<http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=131084>
*         Duty Statement<https://www.CalCareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=6012083&name=673-373-3887-005(PatWong)092818.pdf>

Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-131084
Position #(s):
673-310-3887-021
Working Title:
APS

Classification:
AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST
$4,651.00 - $5,546.00 A
$5,569.00 - $6,971.00 B
$7,196.00 - $9,000.00 C

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is charged with protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution and developing programs and actions to fight climate change. From requirements for clean cars and fuels to adopting innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, California has pioneered a range of effective approaches that have set the standard for effective air and climate programs for the nation, and the world.
Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 3/4/2019

Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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).

How To Apply
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. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Air Resources Board
Attn: Elizabeth Vargas
1001 I Street, 20th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Elizabeth Vargas
1001 I Street, 20th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:30 AM - 04:00 PM

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 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.
*         Degree and/or School Transcripts
*         Other - Cover Letter Required
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.

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 selected individual is expected to contribute significantly to the public health responsibilities of the Section. The most competitive candidates will have experience and strong educational background in toxicology or public health and air quality. Experience in risk assessment and an interest in environmental justice is also preferred, but not required. Desirable qualifications include: strong written and verbal communication skills; the ability to work as part of a team and independently; strong organizational skills; aptitude to develop and present written and verbal reports to stakeholders; and the ability to work effectively with community-based organizations, industry, and government agencies. The selected candidate must be a team player with a positive attitude, dedication, and a desire to make original and sustained contributions to CARB.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Elizabeth Vargas
(916) 440-8273
Elizabeth.vargas at arb.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Beverly Bueno
(916) 323-7053
EEOP at arb.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information on Who May Apply
We will not consider a Training and Development candidate for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.


Job posting link: https://jobs.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=131084
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