Freight Technology Advancement Branch Chief

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This position can be located in Sacramento or Riverside County.

We are seeking an innovative leader with strong expertise in reducing emissions from freight transport sources for the Freight Technology Advancement Branch (FTAB). The position will guide FTAB in implementing CARB's locomotive and drayage truck emission reduction programs as well as the certification and verification of zero emission freight technologies and emission control technologies for freight and stationary sources.

The position will also: guide FTAB in developing and implementing technically sound recommendations to support programs and achieve emission reductions; develop relationships with all stakeholders; review and ensure timely delivery of effective documents; represent CARB at various events and meetings; and collaborate across all divisions, programs, and levels of staff within CARB.

This position will be headquartered in the county near the residence of the selected candidate. The counties are:  Sacramento and Riverside County.

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

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

Beginning July 1st, 2025, per Executive Order N-22-25, CARB employees will be required to report into office four days a week.

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.

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• 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.