Economist

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nearby parking

Public transportation access

Gym

Daycare facility

Job summary

California Air Resources Board (CARB) seeks an economist to perform regulatory impact analyses using macro and microeconomic models, forecasting, and policy evaluation. The role involves collaborating across teams, delivering timely analyses, and contributing to CARB’s air quality and climate economics program.

The position emphasizes strong written and verbal communication, the ability to manage multiple deadlines, and independent as well as collaborative work in a hybrid in-office/telework

Qualifications

• Experience conducting economics analyses of proposed regulations.
• Ability to perform regulatory impact analysis using economic models.
• Strong communication and ability to meet multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Consult with teams across the agency to perform statutorily required economic analyses of proposed regulations using economic modeling tools.
• Contribute to the continued improvement of CARB’s economic analysis of air quality and climate-related regulations and policies.
• Communicate complex analyses clearly and work both independently and in teams.

Skills

Macroeconomics

Microeconomics

Economic modeling

Forecasting

Regulatory analysis

Job description

$5,918.00 - $11,455.00 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: 11/5/2026

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

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking an economist with experience in micro and macroeconomic modeling, forecasting, and a desire to work in a nationally and internationally recognized air pollution control agency. CARB’s mission is to promote and protect California’s public health, welfare, and ecological resources by reducing air pollution while recognizing and considering the effects on the State’s economy. Some of the CARB’s highest priorities are implementing the Federal Clean Air Act requirements and California’s laws reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The successful candidate will join an existing team of CARB economists working to identify the benefits, costs, and impacts of proposed regulations on individuals, businesses, and the California economy. The primary responsibility will be to consult with teams across the agency to perform statutorily required economic analyses of proposed regulations using economic modeling tools. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the continued improvement of CARB’s economic analysis of air quality and climate related regulations and policies. The position requires excellent communication skills, the ability to manage and prioritize multiple changing deadlines, the ability to work independently as well as cooperatively within a group, and the ability to perform complex analyses quickly and accurately.

**If you are interested in applying for this position, please include your resume, a completed application (STD 678), and a one to two page Statement of Qualifications. Please see the Statement of Qualifications description below for further instructions.

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 Board’s (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 position under 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 POLLUTION SPECIALIST

AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST $5,918.00 - $7,059.00A $7,089.00 - $8,872.00B $9,158.00 - $11,455.00C 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 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.

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. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

• Require Name on SOQ
• Require Job Control Number on SOQ
• Maximum number of pages: 2(Arial 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

A 1-2 page Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with your application. The SOQ is a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education matches the duties and qualifications of the position. SOQs will be evalutated based on the content and writing ability.

Please write your SOQ to address the following items:

1. Why are you interested in working as an economist at CARB?

2. Describe your abilities and experience in conducting regulatory impact analysis or economic research.

3. Describe your knowledge or experience in any of the following areas: environmental economics, transportation economics, energy economics, and enforcement economics.

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:

Applicants should have a keen interest in applied air and climate policy and possess a background in micro and macroeconomics. Experience with input-output or regional economic models is desirable. In addition, applicants should have experience using identifying, collecting, storing, and manipulating data and economic forecasts related to energy demand, technology, transportation, or other economic indicators.

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

Hiring Unit Contact:

Jake Rivas
(000) -
[e-mail]

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
(000) -
[e-mail]

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.

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

Address for Mailing or Drop-Off Application Packages

NOTE:Applicants must not includeSocial Security Numbers, LEAP status information or paperwork, Equal EmploymentOpportunity information, exam result notices or scores, or medical or criminalhistory information on any document within their application package.

You may submit yourapplication and any applicable or required documents to:

Drop-off applicationsmust be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date. The drop-offlocation is non-operational on weekends and holidays.

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.