Air Pollution Specialist

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Work Location:

Sacramento County

Job Posting:
Air Pollution Specialist
State Air Resources Board
JC-505497
Air Pollution Specialist

Salary: $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: 2/13/2026

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The Monitoring and Laboratory Division (MLD) is seeking highly qualified applicants to work in the Inorganic Laboratory Section (ILS) of the Laboratory Analysis Branch. ILS is a fast-paced production laboratory responsible for the timely analyses of ambient air quality samples collected throughout the state for criteria, toxic, and potentially toxic air pollutants. These include gravimetric analysis of particulate matter (PM10, PM Coarse, PM2.5), PM2.5 chemical speciation (trace elements, ions, and carbon), toxic metals, and hexavalent chromium to support federal, state, local and community air monitoring programs.

The section utilizes various analytical instruments including, but not limited to, analytical microbalance, x-ray fluorescence spectroscopy, ion chromatography, thermal/optical carbon analyzer, and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry.

ILS staff are responsible for chemical analysis, analytical data review and reporting, sample management, maintaining chain-of-custody, quality control and assurance, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, procurements, and contracts. ILS staff also develop, validate and implement analytical methods, as well as write and revise standard operating procedures. ILS staff work with other branches within MLD, other California Air Resources Board (CARB) divisions, United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), and local monitoring organizations throughout California to support existing and special air monitoring programs.

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

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 CARB's current telework policy. Some in-person attendance is also required. Telework eligibility is based on operational needs and criteria outlined in CalEPA policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework.

All employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.

PLP Language:
Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR implemented PLP 2025. This directs a 3 percent pay reduction in exchange for 5 hours PLP leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-505497
Position #(s):

-047

Working Title:

Air Pollution Specialist
Classification: AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST
Salary Ranges: $5,918.00 - $7,059.00 A; $7,089.00 - $8,872.00 B; $9,158.00 - $11,455.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Number of Positions:
Multiple
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Location:

Sacramento County

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization. CARB values diversity and offers remote interview options. Department Website:

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). The SOQ is a narrative discussion describing how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. CARB will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with the application. Resumes do not replace the SOQ.

• Maximum number of pages: 2, Arial 12 pt font

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

In addition to evaluating each candidate's ability, the following factors will be used for competitive evaluation:

• Degree in chemistry, environmental chemistry, atmospheric sciences or closely related field; strong background in analytical chemistry, quality control/assurance, and/or ambient air monitoring programs and related federal regulations and guidelines.
• Proficiency in laboratory procedures including sample preparation, sample collection, chain-of-custody, sample analysis, data analysis, and operation/maintenance of laboratory instrumentation; familiarity with quality systems and chemical hygiene.
• Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or similar systems, scientific software, and…