AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

State of California•Sacramento, CA

27d•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the California Air Resources Board (CARB), Chair's Office, and Executive Office in communicating information about CARB policies and programs to a variety of audiences (e.g. media, legislature, international, public, etc.), through written documents, presentations, press releases, websites, and other means. These programs are a vital component for reducing criteria pollutants, toxic air pollutants, and greenhouse gases by promoting the use of advanced and zero-emission technology vehicles/equipment, accelerating turn over the fleet to cleaner technologies, and increasing access to clean transportation for low-income households, disadvantaged communities, and low-income communities. Serving as Chief Editor and Plain Language Advisor, this position is responsible for drafting, reviewing and editing high-profile external communications documents and content for readability and accuracy. The incumbent advises the Director of Communications and Deputy Director of Communications on plain language principles in work related to message planning, information materials, and outreach efforts in order to properly communicate CARB's technical and highly complex policies and programs to the public and to ensure their successful adoption and implementation. Works with CARB staff in the development of written materials for the public and serves as a plain language advocate, providing training and educational resources as needed. This position is responsible for supporting CARB's efforts to ensure that all policies and programs are implemented and communicated in a coordinated manner to further CARB's mission and goals. This includes current policies, programs, and regulations like Clean Truck Check, Drive Forward, Community Air Protections Program, California Satellite Methane Project, as well as future policies, programs, and regulations. The position works closely with the CARB leaders and staff, including the Chair and Executive Director, to provide policy, technical, and outreach recommendations on their communications needs. The position will also prepare, review, and edit communications regarding technical and policy analyses, reports, and other materials across the broad spectrum of CARB's work. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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.
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)
Please include a clear and concise narrative describing why you are interested in this position and how your education and experience have prepared you to perform the duties listed in the Duty Statement.

Nice To Haves

Punctuality
Attention to detail
Strong time management skills
Professional editing experience in government, nonprofit, or complex technical environments.
Exceptional command of grammar, style, and punctuation
Ability to translate complex, technical, or scientific information into clear, concise, audience-friendly content
Familiarity with web accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG)
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills for working with subject-matter experts, executives, and diverse teams

Responsibilities

Support the California Air Resources Board (CARB), Chair's Office, and Executive Office in communicating information about CARB policies and programs to a variety of audiences (e.g. media, legislature, international, public, etc.), through written documents, presentations, press releases, websites, and other means.
Drafting, reviewing and editing high-profile external communications documents and content for readability and accuracy.
Advise the Director of Communications and Deputy Director of Communications on plain language principles in work related to message planning, information materials, and outreach efforts in order to properly communicate CARB's technical and highly complex policies and programs to the public and to ensure their successful adoption and implementation.
Work with CARB staff in the development of written materials for the public and serves as a plain language advocate, providing training and educational resources as needed.
Support CARB's efforts to ensure that all policies and programs are implemented and communicated in a coordinated manner to further CARB's mission and goals.
Provide policy, technical, and outreach recommendations on their communications needs.
Prepare, review, and edit communications regarding technical and policy analyses, reports, and other materials across the broad spectrum of CARB's work.