AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

California Energy Commission

  • Full time
  • 3 months ago
  • CA,CA |
  • OnSite

Job Description

The California Energy Commission seeks an Air Pollution Specialist to join the Electric Vehicle Deployment Unit within the Fuels and Transportation Division. The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Unit of the Passenger Electric Vehicles Technologies and Infrastructure Branch is responsible for managing FTD-related light-duty incentive projects and executing other special projects. These incentive projects are focused on rapid and equitable deployment of EV charging infrastructure across the State. The Unit works closely with other units in FTD to understand the challenges associated with rapid deployment and provides data to support research and reporting. The Unit engages collaboratively with other state agencies, researchers, and stakeholders on all aspects for the program.

Under close (Range A) or general (Range B or C) supervision of the Program and Project Supervisor (Supervisory) in the Passenger Electric Vehicles Technologies and Infrastructure Branch of the Fuels and Transportation Division, the incumbent may serve as a team lead in the development and deployment of alternative fuel vehicles and electric vehicle charging and fueling infrastructure, including incentive programs and equity initiatives in California. The incumbent will perform complex technical and analytical tasks and will work independently, 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, charging and fueling stations, other related infrastructure, and training and equity considerations through joint funding of projects, technical assistance, and education and outreach activities.

The incumbent will independently perform more complex, sensitive, and responsible energy-related work which requires, on a regular basis, a high level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the use of alternative fuels and zero-emission vehicle systems. They will assist with the development of grant funding opportunities and agreement management activities with an emphasis in zero emission vehicle infrastructure rebate programs, that transform California’s fuel and vehicle types to meet the state’s climate change policies. The incumbent will establish working relationships with other government agencies and industry stakeholders to ensure that the California Energy Commission and the Clean Transportation Program have access to current technology information to inform policy recommendations that maintain and increase the development of incentive programs associated with alternative and renewable fuels and vehicle technologies.

Minimum Qualifications (MQs): The MQs for this classification can be found at at Air Pollution Specialist Series – CalHR. 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.

Training & Development Assignment may be considered for this position

Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey at CEC Recruitment Survey.

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

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

Additional Documents

  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-451248
Position #(s):
535-610-3887-937
Working Title:
Charging Infrastructure Project Management 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 in downtown Sacramento.

The California Energy Commission seeks multiple Air Pollution Specialists in the the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Unit of the Passenger Electric Vehicles Technologies and Infrastructure Branch within the Fuels and Transportation Division. 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 both inside and outside of state service. To be eligible to apply and be hired as a new-to-state-service employee, you must: 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 account. For a tutorial on the state application process, visit California State Hiring Process Instructional Video Series YouTube or contact [email protected].

2) Complete and pass the appropriate exam to be eligible to be hired for available positions. See information on Energy Commission Assessments and Exams.

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. i.

  • APS Exam

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

You must include the following if you are applying by mail or in person:

1) 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 451248 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 610-418 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: 10/26/2024

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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
Personnel Office – Postal
Attn: RPA 610-418 | JC-451248
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
Personnel Office – Drop Off
RPA 610-418 | JC-451248
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 (SOQ) Instructions below
  • Other –

    Cover Letter Include a cover letter of no more than one page in length describing why you are the best candidate for this position.

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:
  • Ability to think critically and develop creative solutions to problems in zero-emission vehicle charging and refueling infrastructure deployment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with or in transportation related sectors, including but not limited to ZEV infrastructure deployment and planning.
  • Demonstrated ability in designing grant funding solicitations, program development, incentive programs, and contract management.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including effective writing and editing for both technical and non-technical audiences; ability to communicate observations, results, and recommendations verbally and in writing to management and outside stakeholders.
  • Ability to complete complex technical assignments independently and within a team setting.
  • Ability to prepare status reports on project development, implementation, problem solving, and funding expenditures, including ability to complete assignments that may have quick turnaround times.
  • Demonstrated experience in data collection and analysis.
  • Project planning experience and an ability to set and meet deadlines while delivering high quality work product and managing multiple competing priorities.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS 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
[email protected]

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
[email protected]

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 Qualifications (SOQ) 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 for instructions.

  • What is your experience with electric vehicle infrastructure?
  • What is your experience with contract or agreement management?
  • What is your experience with project planning and/or program development?

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.

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