Air Pollution and Climate Change Health Science Specialist

Job Overview

Air Pollution and Climate Change Health Science Specialist

State Air Resources Board

Position
-502008

Classification:
AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

Salaries: $5,918.00 - $7,059.00A ($7,089.00 - $8,872.00B) $9,158.00 - $11,455.00C (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

Work Location:

State Air Resources Board, Sacramento, CA

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Final Filing Date: 1/30/2026

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 California Air Resources Board's current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in‑person attendance is also required.

The position allows telework for eligible applicants residing in California; 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.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

Position location:

high‑rise building. Requires being stationary for extended periods. Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.). Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

• AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST (refer to Class Specification for details)

As a subject matter expert on the health impacts of air pollution and climate change outcomes, you will.

• Develop, direct, and possibly conduct quantitative and qualitative research on air quality and climate issues, including health impacts from wildland and wildland urban interface (WUI) fires.
• Provide expertise in models and techniques used to assess air pollution effects on health, considering societal factors such as inequality and systemic racism.
• Analyze and interpret results from contract studies, in‑house research, and published literature to inform CARB's regulations and programs.
• Effectively communicate research findings to management, the public, local air districts, and the Board.
• Assist the Branch to support CARB priorities and regulations through sound science and outreach.

Required skills and educational background:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in public or community health, environmental health, or a related field.
• PhD desired.
• Strong scientific knowledge of air pollution and climate change impacts on human health.
• Experience with epidemiology, public health, equity issues, exposure assessment, and biostatistics.
• Skills in plain language writing for the lay public and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication, independent and team work ability.

Additional factors that will be considered:

• Experience in health impact analysis of air pollution or climate change.
• Knowledge of wildfire smoke exposure and health effects.
• Familiarity with CARB regulations and policy development.

• Nearby (third‑party) parking
• Convenient public transportation access
• Gym
• Daycare facility

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Department Website:

Hiring Unit Contact:
Jackson Tran
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Please direct requests for reasonable accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is scheduled. Any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or EEO Contact to Payam Ahmadi:

California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice)

Submit completed applications and all required documents by the Final Filing Date (1/30/2026). Applications received or post‑marked after this date will not be considered.

Applicants should include:

• Exam/Employment Application STD 678 (or electronic application via Cal Career)
• Resume
• Degree and/or…