Building Decarbonization Technical Manager

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Parking nearby

Gym access

Daycare facilities

Job summary

The State of California, Air Resources Board, is seeking a Building Decarbonization Technical Manager to lead the Integrated System Assessment Section within STCD. The role carries responsibility for policy analysis, modeling, and stakeholder engagement to advance building decarbonization with equity at the forefront.

As an AIR RESOURCES SUPERVISOR I, you will supervise staff, guide development of tools and reports, and coordinate with public agencies to implement effective decarbonization

Qualifications

• Experience with policy design and regulatory development is essential.
• Ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects.
• Experience incorporating equity considerations into policy design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise five staff and oversee timely completion of projects.
• Develop models, tools, reports, and presentations for policy analysis.
• Engage with stakeholders and public agencies to gather feedback.

Skills

Policy design

Regulatory development

Public engagement

Staff supervision

Project management

Equity considerations

Communication

Job description

Job Posting:Building Decarbonization Technical Manager

State Air Resources Board

JC-527609 -

JC-527609 - Building Decarbonization Technical Manager
AIR RESOURCES SUPERVISOR I

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

This job opportunity will remain open until filled, with the following cut-off dates. If the department receives a sufficient number of qualified applicants, the opportunity mayclose on November 4, 2026. If the advertisement is closeon November 4, 2026, no further applications will be accepted for this opportunity.

• November 4, 2026

We are looking for an Air Resources Supervisor I with a positive attitude and a high degree of initiative to lead the Integrated System Assessment Section in the California Air Resources Board’s Sustainable Transportation and Communities Division (STCD). STCD uses multi-disciplinary teams to integrate data, research, planning, regulations and incentives to foster zero-emission communities that provide a range of affordable housing and transportation options that drive electrification, reduce vehicle miles traveled, and meet community needs in a manner that promotes equity, access to opportunity, and community resiliency.

The Integrated System Assessment Section leads technical analysis to support the policy development to reduce GHG emissions from building operations, such as through the Clean Space and Water Heater Standards (CSWHS). The section is responsible for developing, maintaining, improving, and using tools and models to conduct technical analysis that informs policy design, preparing technical reports and related documents and presentations, engaging with and incorporating feedback from interested parties and the public, and collaborating with public agencies and others on complementary building decarbonization policies. Equity considerations are integrated throughout this work to ensure that policy design and implementation approaches are accessible, inclusive, and responsive to community needs.

The selected candidate will supervise five staff and oversee the effective and timely completion of projects. This includes setting clear expectations, maintaining strong communication practices, guiding staff in the development of models and tools, analysis, reports, presentations, speeches, and other technical and policy materials requiring a broad understanting of Board-wide programs; forming and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders and public agencies at all levels of government; and facilitating meetings and collaborative discussions.

As manager of the Integrated System Assessment Section, the selected candidate will perform supervisory and administrative activities including hiring, evaluating, and training staff, assigning work with clear deadlines and ensuring a balanced workload among staff; responding to public inquiries; reviewing reports and contracts; giving presentations related to section issues; and carrying out other duties needed to support the branch’s mission and work.

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

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resources Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required.

The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the positionunder Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• Requires being stationary, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
• Travel may be required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AIR RESOURCES SUPERVISOR I

Building Decarbonization Technical Manager

Classification:

AIR RESOURCES SUPERVISOR I $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

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 worlds 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.

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. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

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

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:

• Demonstrated experience with policy design and analysis, and regulatory development and implementation.
• Knowledge of and experience with building decarbonization, including space heaters, water heaters, heat pump systems, induction cooktops, and other appliances, as well as an understanding of the roles that policy, technology, infrastructure, cost, and human behavior play.
• Knowledge of and experience with building decarbonization policies and programs, such as appliance emission standards, incentives, utility rate design, building standards, consumer awareness, and workforce development.
• Ability and experience working collaboratively within and across public agencies and government, industry, environmental justice advocates, environmental organizations, community leaders, academia, and other stakeholders to ensure that work products are targeted and effective.
• Knowledge of and experience with public engagement best practices, including designing and facilitating accessible and inclusive engagement processes, developing clear and culturally appropriate outreach materials, and meaningfully incorporating feedback from diverse interested parties into policy development and implementation.
• Ability to supervise and mentor staff, including setting clear priorities, providing constructive feedback, supporting professional growth, fostering an inclusive and collaborative team culture, and using tact and good judgment when interacting with technical staff, management, and external partners.
• Knowledge of and experience with planning and managing complex projects, including developing and maintaining timelines and work plans, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing resources effectively, leading projects under tight deadlines, anticipating and addressing challenges, and developing creative and practical solutions to problems.
• Knowledge about the equity and social justice implications of building decarbonization, including understanding how policy design and program implementation can affect communities differently. The strongest candidates will have experience addressing these inequities and designing policies that expand access to clean, healthy, affordable technologies.
• Ability to communicate persuasively in both written and verbal formats, including public presentations. Demonstrated experience reviewing and providing constructive feedback on staff’s written documents and presentations to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with program goals.
• Ensuring documents are well organized, logically structured, appropriate for the audience, and consistent with CARB's communication and style guidelines. Ability to translate complex technical and regulatory topics into directly, concise, and accessible language is essential.
• The ideal applicant would possess a positive, "mission possible" attitude, bring leadership experience and unique perspectives grounded in a diversity of lived experiences, and possess the ability to problem-solve under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and work efficiently within short timeframes.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.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:
Equal Employment Opportunity Office
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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.