What are the responsibilities and job description for the Liaison for Air Monitoring Organizations position at California Air Resources Board?
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.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-473270
Position #(s):
673-510-3735-024
Working Title:
Liaison for Air Monitoring Organizations
Classification:
AIR RESOURCES ENGINEER (MAND)
$6,299.00 - $7,510.00 A
$7,212.00 - $9,025.00 B
$8,891.00 - $11,121.00 C
$9,429.00 - $11,798.00 D
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify
CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world’s most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting a hardcopy application (mail/drop-off), please send an email to Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission.
The Monitoring and Laboratory Division is recruiting for a self-motivated and enthusiastic Air Resources Engineer (ARE) in the Quality Management Section, which is responsible for ensuring CARB meets its federally-mandated Primary Quality Assurance Organization (PQAO) responsibilities. The PQAO is responsible for the quality management activities that support California’s ambient air monitoring programs.
The ARE will provide quality assurance oversight and guidance for the PQAO monitoring organizations to ensure the ambient air monitoring data collected throughout California complies with quality management practices, procedures, and regulations set forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA). The data collected are used to assess exposure to the residents of California and support CARB's attainment and regulatory decisions. The ARE will coordinate with PQAO monitoring organizations to provide overall training, support, organization, and communication for all quality assurance activities and serve as liaison for the PQAO monitoring organizations. The ARE will review and inspect air monitoring programs for compliance with the collection, analysis, validation, and reporting of ambient air monitoring data; identify and resolve problems; assist with developing and managing a comprehensive air monitoring training program; review and analyze quality assurance/quality control data; design and update computer programs that store data and generate results for comprehensive data analyses; review and evaluate the effectiveness of commercial air monitoring equipment using engineering expertise; and assist with conducting technical systems audits.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
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: 4/20/2025
Who May Apply
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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
Essam Gad
Attn: Classification and Certification Unit
1001 I Street, 5th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
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
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:
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.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-473270
Position #(s):
673-510-3735-024
Working Title:
Liaison for Air Monitoring Organizations
Classification:
AIR RESOURCES ENGINEER (MAND)
$6,299.00 - $7,510.00 A
$7,212.00 - $9,025.00 B
$8,891.00 - $11,121.00 C
$9,429.00 - $11,798.00 D
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify
CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world’s most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting a hardcopy application (mail/drop-off), please send an email to Essam.Gad@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission.
The Monitoring and Laboratory Division is recruiting for a self-motivated and enthusiastic Air Resources Engineer (ARE) in the Quality Management Section, which is responsible for ensuring CARB meets its federally-mandated Primary Quality Assurance Organization (PQAO) responsibilities. The PQAO is responsible for the quality management activities that support California’s ambient air monitoring programs.
The ARE will provide quality assurance oversight and guidance for the PQAO monitoring organizations to ensure the ambient air monitoring data collected throughout California complies with quality management practices, procedures, and regulations set forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA). The data collected are used to assess exposure to the residents of California and support CARB's attainment and regulatory decisions. The ARE will coordinate with PQAO monitoring organizations to provide overall training, support, organization, and communication for all quality assurance activities and serve as liaison for the PQAO monitoring organizations. The ARE will review and inspect air monitoring programs for compliance with the collection, analysis, validation, and reporting of ambient air monitoring data; identify and resolve problems; assist with developing and managing a comprehensive air monitoring training program; review and analyze quality assurance/quality control data; design and update computer programs that store data and generate results for comprehensive data analyses; review and evaluate the effectiveness of commercial air monitoring equipment using engineering expertise; and assist with conducting technical systems audits.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
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: 4/20/2025
Who May Apply
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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
Essam Gad
Attn: Classification and Certification Unit
1001 I Street, 5th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
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
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.
- Other - Cover Letter
- Other - Please include a concise, well-written, one-page cover letter that describes why you are interested in this position and details how your qualifications, previous education, and job experiences have prepared you for the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Salary : $6,299 - $11,798
