Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Aftermarket Parts Certification and Audit Branch within the Emissions Certification and Compliance Division is looking for a highly motivated, results-driven Air Resources Supervisor I to lead the Aftermarket Diesel and Off-Road Section (ADORS). ADORS is at the forefront of assessing innovative aftermarket products, including EV conversions, alternative fuel conversion, hybrid conversions, large spark ignition retrofits, diesel retrofits, and other aftermarket technologies as far as their compliance with the various regulations and procedures that ADORS is responsible for implementing and supporting. Major responsibilities of ADORS also include identifying and researching future aftermarket needs, staying abreast of developments in engine and emissions control technologies, designing and managing confirmatory and audit test programs, providing support for several databases, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and regulatory support and development. This position is located in Riverside County, but staff in this section are located in both Southern and Northern California.

Under the general direction of the Branch Chief, the incumbent will manage technical work and closely supervise a section of professional and technical employees performing complex air pollution control and engineering work. The incumbent will also handle administrative responsibilities.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of emission standards and other emission-related regulatory requirements applicable to vehicles and engines sold and operated in California, an understanding of engine and emission control technologies used in on-road and off-road mobile sources, the ability to communicate effectively and clearly with internal and external stakeholders, excellent time management skills, and strong program management and leadership skills. The candidate will also understand and successfully negotiate solutions to sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy and be comfortable managing remote staff. The ARSI will direct and evaluate complex technical studies to monitor effectives of existing programs and develop methods to improve the effectiveness of the programs both from a technical and administrative viewpoint. This position will require a candidate who is able to manage multiple projects and deadlines and can make sound policy and technical decisions and recommendations.

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Working Conditions

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 Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. 

The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.

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.

• Requires being stationary, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)  
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

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. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

In your own words, please describe how your education and experience qualify you for this position. Please be specific. Please use Arial 12 font, single space, and 1 inch margins. The SOQ must solely be the work of the applicant and not use, in whole or part, content from other sources.

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:

The most competitive candidates will possess the technical background and experience to manage these aftermarket programs. This includes having knowledge of engineering principles, gasoline and diesel engines, emission control technologies, hybrid powertrains, electric vehicle technology, aftermarket parts, and emissions testing and auditing. Project management skills are essential such that the candidate can be given a complex project and be able to plan and manage staff and resources to complete it under tight deadlines. The most competitive candidate will have a demonstrated ability to use tact and good judgement to cooperatively interact with people at all levels of technical staff, management, government, and industry. The candidate must have the ability to present information effectively, both orally and in writing. Applicants will be screened and only the most qualified individuals will be interviewed.

Benefits

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

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• URC, Restaurants
• Gym
• State-of-the-art facility, EV charging

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.  Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at

Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

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 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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.
• Other - Cover Letter

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