Air Pollution Specialist AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST $5,746.00 - $11,121.00 per Month Final Filing Date: 9/25/2024 Job Description and Duties The Energy Commission seeks an Air Pollution Specialist position in the Hydrogen Refueling Infrastructure Unit within the Fuels and Transportation Division. The incumbent will manage funding agreements and contracts, assist grant funding solicitations and lead the writing of the annual Assembly Bill 126 report. The incumbent may serve as a team lead in the development and deployment of alternative fuel vehicles and fueling infrastructure in California by performing complex technical and analytical tasks. The incumbent will work independently and participate in a team and use scientific principles to evaluate vehicle and infrastructure issues and assist private and public partners to introduce improved vehicles, engines, fueling stations, and other related infrastructure through joint funding of projects, technical assistance, and education and outreach activities. The primary responsibilities of this position are to identify, assess and prioritize innovative, cost-effective strategies that reduce toxic air pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions to provide incentives for cost-effective approaches that achieve the goals of the Clean Transportation Program (CTP). The incumbent will establish working relationships with other government agencies and industry stakeholders to ensure that the Energy Commission and the CTP have access to current technology information, in order to recommend policy options to maintain and increase the development of incentive programs to meet the policies and regulations associated with alternative and renewable fuels and vehicle technologies. Under close (Range A) or general (Range B or C) supervision of a Program and Project Supervisor, PUC, the Air Pollution Specialist will perform work of average difficulty in a wide variety of technical and analytical tasks associated with CTP agreement management activities. The agreements relate to alternative and renewable fuels with an emphasis in zero-emission vehicle infrastructure. The incumbent will manage funding agreements and contracts and assist with solicitations. The primary set of tasks will be to ensure that grant recipients are meeting deliverables, staying on time and within scope, and providing appropriate invoices. The incumbent may assist in analytical studies, research, planning, and data assessment. The incumbent will gather, tabulate, and analyze data; assist with preparing and writing reports; assist with reviewing and analyzing technical reports, papers, and correspondence; assist with public presentations; manage agreements and contracts; assist with solicitations; manage the tasks in the Scope of Work; and prepare correspondence.The incumbent will be the lead author for the Assembly Bill 126 report. This annual report reviews progress toward establishing a hydrogen fueling network that provides the coverage and capacity to fuel vehicles requiring hydrogen fuel that are being placed into operation in the state. Please review the Minimum Requirements (or minimum qualifications) within the Class Specification and ensure that your application package clearly indicates how you meet the minimum qualifications, as this will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. Minimum Qualifications (MQs): The MQs for this classification can be found at Air Pollution Specialist-CalHR (https://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/3887.aspx) . The documents you submit in your application package must highlight how you meet the MQs. If the MQs are not met, you will not be considered for this position. Hybrid and Telework Employees: Teleworking is only available for employees who reside in California. You must be relocated to California and provide your in-state address prior to your start date. Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey at CEC Recruitment Survey (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CECRecruitmentSurvey) . You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement (https://www.CalCareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=24730643&name=APSDutyStatement.pdf) . Working Conditions The CEC supports a hybrid workplace model with office-based and remote-centered workers. Limited in-person attendance and occasional travel may be required based on the needs of the division. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to successful performance. This position is remote-centered, which means the incumbent works 50 percent or more of their time from an alternate work location. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. + AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=3887) Additional Documents + Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=447671) + Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-447671 Position #(s): 535-610-3887-003 Working Title: Air Pollution Specialist Classification: AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST $5,746.00 - $6,853.00 A $6,883.00 - $8,614.00 B $8,891.00 - $11,121.00 C # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information The CEC was established by the Legislature in 1974 to address energy challenges facing the state. Today, the CEC is the state's primary energy policy and planning agency and is leading the state to a 100% clean energy future. Serving all Californians, the CEC embodies diversity, equity, and inclusion, and has taken an active and meaningful role in creating an environment that enables each employee to thrive. The CEC supports a hybrid workplace model with a workforce of office-based and remote-centered workers. The CEC operates under the umbrella of the California Natural Resources Agency and shares offices with the agency in a LEED Platinum Certified Building (https://resources.ca.gov/About-Us/our-new-headquarters) in downtown Sacramento. The California Energy Commission seeks an Air Pollution Specialist in the Fuels and Transportation Division, Commercial and Industrial ZEV Technologies and Infrastructure Branch, Hydrogen Refueling Infrastructure and Modeling Unit. If you are interested in a challenging and exciting career in clean energy and are passionate about renewable, efficient, and reliable energy that addresses climate change, join our diverse team of global energy leaders! The California Energy Commission plays a lead role in creating the energy system of the future, not just in California, but globally. This position is open to interested applicants who qualify. This can be a multi-step process. To be eligible to be hired: 1) Create an online CalCareers (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/CreateNewAccount.aspx) account. For a tutorial on the state application process, visit California State Hiring Process Instructional Video Series – YouTube or contact Careers@energy.ca.gov . 2) Complete and pass the appropriate exam to be eligible to be hired for available positions. See information on Energy Commission Assessments and Exams (https://www.energy.ca.gov/careers/examsassessments) . 3) Click the link below for the class(es) you are applying to for the specific class assessment/exam information. You will need to follow the subsequent instructions to view the Examination Bulletin and to take the exam. + APS Exam (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1521) 4) To apply for this position, submit an application package through your CalCareers account. An application package must include all items under the “Required Application Package Documents” section. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a State Examination and Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications must include “to” and “from” dates (month/day/year), time base (full-time/part-time/number of hours per week/month), and applicable civil service classifications. Department Website: https://www.energy.ca.gov Special Requirements How you are eligible (list eligibility, transfer within state service, reinstatement, SROA/surplus, etc.) in the Explanations box on the first page of the STD. 678. 2) The Job Control number 447671 and the title of the position you are applying for in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) box on the first page of the STD. 678. 3) Request for Personnel Action Number 610-064 in the Explanations box of the STD. 678. 4) Your original signature at the bottom of the first page of the STD. 678. 5) Include unofficial school transcripts with your application package if the position you are applying for has an educational requirement. You may be required to provide official transcripts if hired. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 9/25/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: California Energy Commission Attn: RPA 610-064 | JC-447671 715 P Street, MS-3 Sacramento , CA 95814 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: California Energy Commission RPA 610-064 | JC-447671 715 P Street, MS-3 Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: + Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. + Resume is required and must be included. + Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualifications instructions below. 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. 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: + Knowledge of alternative fuel vehicles, engines, and fueling infrastructures. + Knowledge of transportation market evaluation methods and factors. + Knowledge of current private sector and public policy related to environmental issues in the alternative transportation fuels, technologies and infrastructure development area. + Knowledge of economic cost-effectiveness, cost-benefit, and quantitative analysis methodologies. + Ability to make effective presentations and interact effectively with both internal staff and external regulatory agencies. + Ability to interact will all levels of technical staff, management and Commissioners + Ability to assume a lead position in a team atmosphere related to environmental issues resolution. + Excellent analytical and report writing skills and the ability to reason logically and creatively while utilizing a variety of analytical techniques. + Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate ideas and thoughts effectively with a large diverse technical staff. + Excellent interpersonal skills, including a proven ability to work in a team atmosphere under pressure effectively, as well as independently and at own initiative. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR (https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx) website and the CalPERS (https://www.calpers.ca.gov/) website. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: https://www.energy.ca.gov Human Resources Contact: Personnel Office (916) 654-4309 personnel.services@energy.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: Carousel Gore (916) 661-8122 Carousel.Gore@energy.ca.gov 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. Statement of Qualification Instructions Include an SOQ that answers the questions below. Your SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, with no smaller than 12-point font. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Visit How to Write a Statement of Qualifications (https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OHR/Careers/5How-to-Write-a-Statement-of-Qualifications?search=how%20to%20write%20a%20Statement%20of%20qualification) for instructions. + Describe your leadership experience in managing a project involving multiple parties. Provide specific examples of your leadership role, the challenges you encountered, and your ability to achieve results. If applicable, describe your experience and role in projects involving grants and/or contracts. + Describe your experience with technical research and projects. Discuss the type of technical analyses you have performed, and if the analyses resulted in a technical report and/or a public presentation. + Describe your experience working on time-sensitive projects. Include how you handled conflicting priority assignments to meet deadlines. If applicable, identify how you motivated other team members to meet deadlines? 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.