Standards Laboratory Section Supervisor

California Air Resources Board; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

California Air Resources Board is seeking a Standards Laboratory Section Supervisor to lead the Standards Laboratory Section within the Quality Management Branch of the Monitoring & Laboratory Division. The role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality data for California’s ambient air monitoring program, in collaboration with federal and state partners.

The position supports metrological certification and verification services for air measurement standards and oversees the

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technical professionals to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance of California’s ambient air monitoring network.
• Direct testing, scientific evaluations, and laboratory operations; coordinate with local, State, and federal partners including the U.S. EPA.

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.

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-536688
• Position #(s): 673-510-3762-023
• Working Title: Standards Laboratory Section Supervisor
• Classification: AIR RESOURCES SUPERVISOR I
• Salary: $11,437.00 - $14,315.00
• # of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: Sacramento County
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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

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 California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a highly qualified and effective leader to serve as Section Manager for the Standards Laboratory Section (SLS) within the Quality Management Branch of the Monitoring & Laboratory Division. The SLS plays a central role in CARB’s quality assurance framework to support the State’s ambient air monitoring program and ensure compliance with applicable federal and State regulatory requirements.

The Standards Laboratory provides metrological certification and verification services for air measurement standards used to perform quality assurance activities, such as calibrations, QC checks, and audits of air monitoring equipment. The use of common certification and verification facilities and standardized procedures is essential to ensuring that data generated by monitoring organizations within CARB’s Primary Quality Assurance Organization are consistent, comparable, and of uniformly high quality.

As the Section Supervisor, you will lead a team of technical professionals tasked with ensuring the accuracy and regulatory compliance of California’s ambient air monitoring network. Responsibilities include directing testing & scientific evaluations, managing laboratory operations, and coordinating with local, State, and federal partners—including the U.S. EPA—to promote consistency in quality assurance practices and support CARB’s commitment to produce accurate, timely, and relevant ambient air quality data for public awareness, regulatory purposes, and research studies.

The selected candidate will also provide oversight of CARB’s environmental test chamber, which is utilized to evaluate emerging air sensor technologies. These evaluations are essential to improving localized air quality assessments, including in disadvantaged communities, and advancing CARB’s broader air quality and public health objectives. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals with strong technical expertise, demonstrated leadership capabilities, and a commitment to advancing high quality air monitoring in service of public health and environmental protection.

Some travel will be required.

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

Special Requirements

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: 2

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

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