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Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-414320

Position #(s):

673-110-5778-XXX

Working Title:

Climate Attorney

Classification:

ATTORNEY

$7,737.00 - $9,730.00 A

$8,708.00 - $11,173.00 B

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - 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

This position is Limited Term up to 12 months and may be extended or become Permanent.

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is a global leader in protecting air quality, fighting climate change, and furthering environmental justice. CARB's Executive Office plans, organizes, and directs the activities of staff to further the Board's mission. The Legal Office is part of the Executive Office. Its mission is to provide the highest quality legal advice and representation to the Board and staff to support programmatic efforts to improve air quality to protect public health and the environment and to ensure that all legal obligations of CARB are met in carrying out these efforts. The Legal Office provides legal support on a variety of complex topics related to the control of air pollution (criteria pollutants, toxic air contaminants, and greenhouse gases), including, but not limited to: adoption, interpretation, implementation, and enforcement of State and federal environmental and administrative laws and regulations, litigation in conjunction with the Attorney General's Office, personnel matters, contracts, conflicts of interest, hearing procedures, and proposed legislation. The Legal Office maintains the primary responsibility for assisting CARB staff in the development of regulations and the documentation necessary to support their adoption. CARB also supports and works with 35 local air districts.

The Legal Office maintains primary responsibility for ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and providing necessary legal support. Under the direction of the Chief Counsel and Assistant Chief Counsels, the Attorney provides written and verbal advice to CARB's executives, management, and staff on administrative and legal matters affecting CARB and its administrative operations, including contracts, grants, intellectual property, as well as the Clean Air Act, Global Warming Solutions Act, Administrative Procedures Act, Public Records Act and other discovery laws, enforcement matters, and other related topics.

Under the supervision of an Assistant Chief Counsel, and under the direction of the Chief Counsel, this position is responsible for providing oral and written legal advice to CARB's executives, management, and staff on a range of legal issues.

The position will focus on developing, implementing, and enforcing regulations, including a particular focus on the Carbon Capture, Removal, Utilization and Storage Program in Senate Bill (SB) 905 (Caballero, Statues of 2022). The attorney in the position will be responsible for helping advise on SB 905 requirements, establishment of the SB 905 program, and implementation. Assignments may also include legal support for other climate change programs, direct air emissions control requirements, and related programs.

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

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) California State Bar License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.

A Cover Lette r is required for this posting.

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: 3/1/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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. 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: Classification and Certification Unit

1001 I Street, 20th 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

Classification and Certification Unit

1001 I Street, 20th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

Please drop off application with Security Guard located at the Front Entrance.

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 required and must be included.
• Other - A Cover Letter is required for this posting.

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.