The California Air Resources Board is seeking an Air Resources Technician II to assist in technical, scientific, and administrative activities related to climate measures and air quality analyses. The incumbent will manage databases, conduct analyses, and interact with stakeholders to support the agency's health-protection mission.
Responsibilities
- Assist in technical, scientific, and administrative activities in implementing the Refrigerant Management Program (RMP), Small Container of Automotive Refrigerant Regulation, and SF6 regulation
- Manage and improve the facility registration database
- Conduct analyses and present summaries of the data
- Expand the outreach database by conducting web searches
- Contact trade associations and other state agencies
- Conduct surveys to facilities to obtain information on their RMP rule applicability
- Evaluate outreach effectiveness
- Review the completeness of RMP annual reports submitted by affected facilities and follow-up with non-compliant facilities
- Assist in the investigation of refrigerant emission complaints and potential rule violations
- Communicate verbally and in written and coordinate and interact with both internal and external stakeholders
- Draft briefing papers and present updates to peers and management
- Assist in reviewing annual reports for RMP, small can, and SF6 regulations
Skills
- 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
- Require Name on SOQ
- Require Job Control Number on SOQ
- Maximum number of pages: 2 (Arial font, 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)
- Describe your education, training, experience, and skills that enable you to perform the duties listed in the Duty Statement
- Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered
- Final Filing Date: 3/25/2026
- 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)
- 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
- Resume is required and must be included
- Other - Cover Letter
- Statement of Qualifications - (SOQ) - Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- State Service and accrue monthly leave credits
Company Overview
Agency charged with protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution & developing programs & actions to fight climate change. It was founded in 1963, and is headquartered in Sacramento, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/.Company H1B Sponsorship
California Air Resources Board has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 35 in 2025, 23 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 8 in 2022, 8 in 2021, 8 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.