Air Monitoring Data Analytics and Network Assessment Specialist

California Air Resources Board; California; Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a Staff Air Pollution Specialist to co-lead the community air monitoring network assessment as part of the Community Air Protection Program under AB 617 and SB 352. The role focuses on reducing exposure in California's most impacted neighborhoods.

You will collaborate with air districts, community groups, state agencies, academia, and vendors to evaluate networks, identify gaps, and develop recommendations for statewide monitoring priorities

Qualifications

• Valid California driver's license and occasional use of personal transportation for work travel.
• Availability for field work, including potential changes to work schedule, overtime, and overnight travel.
• Use of personal protective equipment when required.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead assessment of community air monitoring networks to identify coverage gaps and prioritize future monitoring.
• Lead evaluation of advanced and emerging air monitoring technologies for pollutants.
• Present findings and recommendations to the Board and executive leadership.

Job description

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.

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-537392

Position #(s): 673-510-3875-XXX

Working Title: Community Air Monitoring Technical Assessment Specialist

Classification: STAFF AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

$10,521.00 - $13,173.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: United States

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

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

The Air Monitoring Support Branch maintains teams in both Sacramento and Riverside; therefore, this position is available for applicants that are able to report to either location.

This is a unique opportunity within the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) Monitoring and Laboratory Division (MLD) as a Staff Air Pollution Specialist (SAPS). This position will support the Community Air Protection and Environmental Justice programs, established under AB 617 and SB 352, which focus on reducing air pollution exposure in California's most impacted neighborhoods.

The Air Monitoring Support Branch implements air monitoring projects using a range of innovative technologies and platforms, including mobile laboratories, fixed-site monitoring, and distributed sensor networks. Our mission is to evaluate and incorporate emerging monitoring technologies to ensure high-quality ambient air data that supports CARB programs, public health, and environmental justice. We collaborate closely with CARB divisions, local air districts, community organizations, industry stakeholders, and scientific experts.

We are seeking SAPS to co‑lead the community air monitoring network assessment in support of CARB's Community Air Protection Program. This position will help evaluate the effectiveness of community air monitoring networks across California, identify monitoring gaps, and develop recommendations for future monitoring priorities and deployments. The SAPS will work with large and complex air monitoring datasets and contribute technical findings to statewide monitoring plan updates and annual Board and legislative reporting.

In this role, you will develop and apply methods for assessing monitoring network performance, data quality, coverage, and effectiveness; maintain pollutant‑specific coverage maps; and translate technical findings into clear, defensible recommendations for CARB leadership and the public. You will work closely with air districts, community groups, state agencies, academia, technology vendors, and other partners to incorporate technical feasibility, health relevance, and community priorities into monitoring decisions. Strong skills in technical reporting and public communication, environmental data analysis, air monitoring, and collaborative project work are highly desired.

Key Responsibilities

• Co‑lead assessment of community air monitoring networks to identify coverage gaps, evaluate monitoring effectiveness, and prioritize future monitoring.
• Lead evaluation of advanced and emerging air monitoring technologies for criteria pollutants and toxic air contaminants
• Present monitoring findings and recommendations to the Board and brief executive leadership, translating complex technical analyses into clear options for decision‑making.
• Communicate monitoring data and outcomes to community members and the public through workshops, community meetings, and plain‑language materials.
• Prepare analyses, presentations, and recommendations for statewide monitoring plan updates, Board materials, and legislative reporting.
• Coordinate with air districts, community groups, state agencies, academia, vendors, and other partners on monitoring data, outcomes, and future priorities.
• Analyze large, complex air monitoring datasets and develop standardized analysis approaches, coverage maps, gap analyses, and other technical products that support statewide monitoring decisions.
• Review scientific literature and emerging monitoring approaches and translate findings into practical guidance.

Additional Requirements

• Valid California driver’s license and occasional use of personal transportation for work‑related travel.
• Availability for field work, including potential changes to work schedule, overtime, and overnight travel.
• Use of personal protective equipment (e.g., steel‑toed boots, hard hats, goggles, gloves) when required, as determined by the supervisor or Health and Safety Officer.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. CARB will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take place of the SOQ.

• Require Name on SOQ
• Require Job Control Number on SOQ
• Maximum number of pages: 1, Arial 12 pt font

Describe your education, training, experience, and skills that enable you to perform the duties listed in the Duty Statement.

Final Filing Date: 11/13/2026

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.