Deputy Executive Officer, Southern California

Under the administrative direction of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and its Principal Deputy Executive Officer, the Deputy Executive Officer (DEO) provides programmatic direction, policy leadership, and guidance to two Board divisions in the performance of their mandated program responsibilities and directs the activities of the Southern California Headquarters Academic and Public Partnership programs, including representing CARB within the Riverside City, County, and Chamber partnership efforts. The DEO also acts as the Executive Office representative in CARB's Southern California Headquarters, providing leadership to Southern California staff.

The DEO oversees and provides policy direction for the state's motor vehicle emissions certification and in-use compliance program for criteria and greenhouse gas emissions, and its mobile source laboratory program, which are housed in two separate divisions, the Emissions Certification and Compliance and the Mobile Source Laboratory Divisions. The DEO also provides direction and oversight to the Academic and Public Partnerships section that implements the Southern California Headquarters Academic Memorandum of Understandings with kindergarten through university level entities that aim to promote educational knowledge and career pathways in air quality and climate change. These activities involve overseeing budget, space, personnel and other considerations for Southern California, as well as policy formulation, regulation development and implementation, and program management, to carry out vehicle, engine and aftermarket parts emissions certification, vehicle and engine emissions testing program design and implementation, data generation and analysis, support of mobile source compliance and enforcement activities, and laboratory quality control. These activities impact and require close cooperation with federal, local and other state air pollution control programs, as well as many businesses worldwide, with specific emphasis on close interaction with the City and County of Riverside governments. As part of the Executive Staff, the DEO may represent CARB at the Legislature and local and federal agencies, especially in the Southern California region, and may serve on public-private partnerships. The DEO also coordinates special projects as assigned by the Board, Executive Officer, or Principal Deputy Executive Officer

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

Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-449786

Position #(s):
673-110-7500-007

Working Title:
Deputy Executive Officer, Southern California

Classification:
C. E. A. $14,852.00 - $18,434.00 B

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Riverside County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, 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 for to www.dhs.gov/e-verify .

CARB values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission of protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution and developing programs and actions to fight climate change. From requirements for clean cars and fuels to adopting innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, California has pioneered a range of effective approaches that have set the standard for effective air and climate programs for the nation, and the world. Join CARB to improve the lives of all Californians.

Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) detailing experience, knowledge, ability, or potential to meet the Desirable Qualifications is required. It is imperative you review the Desirable Qualifications section when responding to the number of 3 questions listed below.

• The SOQ serves as the examination for this position and shall be the only basis for the candidate's final score and rank on the eligible list. The SOQ must not exceed 2 pages in length with a font size of at least Arial 12 point.
• The SOQ must provide specific examples indicating the specific years of experience for each numbered item listed below and must respond to each question and numbered in the same order listed below or you may be given a disqualifying score.

Please describe your experience and knowledge leading large teams responsible for carrying out complex, technical regulatory programs, including your experience setting a vision, empowering your team, ensuring results, managing personnel, workload, and resources, and adhering to state policies and processes.

This role will require the incumbent to provide programmatic and policy direction over CARB's mobile source testing and compliance activities, as well as Southern California Headquarters academic and public partnerships program. This will require engaging directly with regulated entities, industry, and representatives from other states on regulatory and enforcement matters, as well as local governments and academic institutions serving as CARB's ambassador to Southern California. Please describe how would approach these different types of engagements and how your experience prepares you to do so.

How will CARB's mission be reflected in your leadership style?

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: 10/4/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.

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:

State Air Resources Board
Attn: C/O ASD-Examination & Recruitment Unit
1001 I Street, 5th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

State Air Resources Board
C/O ASD-Examination & Recruitment Unit
1001 I Street, 5th Floor

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

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.

Examination Qualification Requirements All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.

Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.

General Qualifications
State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.
Knowledge and Abilities
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy - influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:

Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department's or agency's Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager's role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.

Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department's or agency's Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.

These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):

CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.

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:

•Managerial experience and demonstrated leadership, creativity, and sound judgment in directing a group of multi-disciplinary professionals to implement complex, sensitive programs.

•Ability to successfully manage a matrix organizational structure and accomplish project objectives within schedule and budget.

•Ability to formulate and implement sound policy recommendations that integrate technical engineering, scientific, economic, environmental, and legal considerations.

•Experience with staff development, staff retention and succession planning concepts. Ability to manage knowledge transfer of highly specialized technical information and skillsets in a large organization.

•Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

•Knowledge of vehicle emissions policies and measurement practices, with specific familiarity with California laws and policies relating to vehicle emissions.

•Knowledge of policy and technical issues associated with implementation and enforcement of air pollution control strategies.

•Knowledge of the scientific foundation for air pollution control, air pollution emission inventory methods, and the technical tools and models used in CARB programs.

•Detailed knowledge of how state and federal government's function, and the State rulemaking process.

•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with senior representatives of industry, regulated facilities, environmental groups, the Legislature, media organizations, and federal, State, and local government agencies.

•General understanding and awareness of multicultural protocols and sensitivity to cultural differences.

•Ability to exercise discretion and diplomacy in sensitive interactions with stakeholders.

Examination Information

The examination process will consist of an evaluation of candidates' SOQ by a designated screening committee. The screening committee will use a predetermined evaluation criteria derived from the knowledge, skills, and abilities and desirable qualifications listed on this announcement. Candidates should ensure they are thorough when describing their experience relative to the areas described.

The SOQ may also serve as documentation of the candidate's abilities to present information clearly and concisely in writing, since this is a critical factor to successful job performance. The SOQ will be the only basis for the candidate's final score and rank on the eligible list. Candidates will be ranked competitively, and each candidate will be notified in writing of their examination results

If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.

A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.

The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.

The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

Special Testing Arrangements If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.

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: http://www.arb.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Shahbanou Cashkouli
(279) 208-7501
shahbanou.cashkouli@arb.ca.gov

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:
Payam Ahmadi
(279) 208-7110
EEOP@arb.ca.gov
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.

Hard Copy Application Submission

CARB highly recommends electronic application submission for all their Job Control (JC) postings. For those applicants who are unable to submit an electronic application, they may be submitted in paper format and should contain the following information on the first page:

• The JC number listed on the job posting.
• The classification title.
• Current CalCareer I.D. number (from your CalCareer account under the "CalCareer Account" tab).

NOTE: Applicant's must not include Social Security Numbers, LEAP status information or paperwork, Equal Employment Opportunity information, exam result notices or scores, or medical or criminal history information on any document within their application package.

Please do not submit a second application by paper if you submitted an electronic application.

Failure to follow the application instructions may result in your application not being considered for hire.

Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting hardcopy applications (mail/drop-off), please send email to recruitment@arb.ca.gov to confirm submission.

You may also email your application packet to: recruitment@arb.ca.gov

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.