Senior Economist
California Air Resources Board, Sacramento, CA, United States
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 workplace. 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.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-513560
Position #: 673-710-3875-017
Working Title: Senior Economist
Classification: STAFF AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST
Salary: $10,521.00 – $13,173.00 (new to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable)
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information: This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E‑Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e‑verify
CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world’s most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties The Office of Economic and Policy Analysis (OEPA) is recruiting for a Staff Air Pollution Specialist vacancy. The mission of OEPA is to carry out the financial and economic analyses and extramural research contracts of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and to assist the boards and departments of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) in their tasks as they relate to the impacts of their regulations on individuals, businesses, and the economy.
Under the direction of the Air Resources Supervisor I, the incumbent serves as a technical and subject matter expert in the field of economics for CARB. In this role, the incumbent will provide guidance to CARB regulatory teams and other CARB staff on the planning and completion of economic analyses of CARB regulations, policies, and incentive programs. The incumbent will take a leading role in evaluating OEPA’s current regulatory economics processes and advise management on methods to better reflect all potential benefits and costs, incorporate new insights from economic research, and incorporate the best practices of regulatory economic analysis. This will require staying current on environmental, energy, and enforcement economic research that is pertinent to CARB, and also staying abreast of changes in regulatory economic requirements.
The incumbent will work with across multiple CARB divisions and may be called upon to serve as an economic expert on projects such as drafting comment letters on relevant federal rulemakings, reviewing extramural research reports, authoring legislative reports, and performing financial analysis. The incumbent will need to have an in‑depth knowledge of advanced economic theories and complex empirical techniques so as to adequately evaluate the merits and limitations of relevant economic research.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please include your resume, copies of relevant diplomas and transcripts, a completed application (STD 678), and a well‑written one‑to‑two‑page Statement of Qualifications which highlights your relevant experience and includes your vision for strengthening the economics program at CARB.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements 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. 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 12 point, single‑spaced, 1‑inch margins)
Please provide a 1‑2 page narrative that describes how your relevant experience matches the description, duties, and desirable qualifications of the position. The SOQ should also include your vision for strengthening the economics program at CARB.
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: 4/12/2026.
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.
Address for mailing application packages:
State Air Resources Board Essam Gad Attn: Classification and Certification Unit 1001 I Street, 5th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for drop‑off application packages:
State Air Resources Board Essam Gad Classification and Certification Unit 1001 I Street, 5th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814 Drop‑off location is non‑operational on weekends and holidays. 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
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.
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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. 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.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-513560
Position #: 673-710-3875-017
Working Title: Senior Economist
Classification: STAFF AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST
Salary: $10,521.00 – $13,173.00 (new to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable)
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information: This employer participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E‑Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e‑verify
CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world’s most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties The Office of Economic and Policy Analysis (OEPA) is recruiting for a Staff Air Pollution Specialist vacancy. The mission of OEPA is to carry out the financial and economic analyses and extramural research contracts of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and to assist the boards and departments of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) in their tasks as they relate to the impacts of their regulations on individuals, businesses, and the economy.
Under the direction of the Air Resources Supervisor I, the incumbent serves as a technical and subject matter expert in the field of economics for CARB. In this role, the incumbent will provide guidance to CARB regulatory teams and other CARB staff on the planning and completion of economic analyses of CARB regulations, policies, and incentive programs. The incumbent will take a leading role in evaluating OEPA’s current regulatory economics processes and advise management on methods to better reflect all potential benefits and costs, incorporate new insights from economic research, and incorporate the best practices of regulatory economic analysis. This will require staying current on environmental, energy, and enforcement economic research that is pertinent to CARB, and also staying abreast of changes in regulatory economic requirements.
The incumbent will work with across multiple CARB divisions and may be called upon to serve as an economic expert on projects such as drafting comment letters on relevant federal rulemakings, reviewing extramural research reports, authoring legislative reports, and performing financial analysis. The incumbent will need to have an in‑depth knowledge of advanced economic theories and complex empirical techniques so as to adequately evaluate the merits and limitations of relevant economic research.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please include your resume, copies of relevant diplomas and transcripts, a completed application (STD 678), and a well‑written one‑to‑two‑page Statement of Qualifications which highlights your relevant experience and includes your vision for strengthening the economics program at CARB.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements 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. 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 12 point, single‑spaced, 1‑inch margins)
Please provide a 1‑2 page narrative that describes how your relevant experience matches the description, duties, and desirable qualifications of the position. The SOQ should also include your vision for strengthening the economics program at CARB.
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: 4/12/2026.
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.
Address for mailing application packages:
State Air Resources Board Essam Gad Attn: Classification and Certification Unit 1001 I Street, 5th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for drop‑off application packages:
State Air Resources Board Essam Gad Classification and Certification Unit 1001 I Street, 5th Floor Sacramento, CA 95814 Drop‑off location is non‑operational on weekends and holidays. 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
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.
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