Air Pollution Specialist
The successful candidate will be part of an excellent team responsible for the development and implementation of new CA regulations prohibiting high global warming fluorinated gases (F-gases) to meet the legislatively mandated emission reduction targets (SB1383, SB32) and long term carbon neutrality goals. F-gases are potent greenhouse gases constituting chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). F-gases are used in a wide range of end use sectors such as aerosol propellants, refrigeration, air conditioning, and foam insulation applications. Specifically, this position will work on the development of new HFC rules including first of its kind refrigerant recovery and reuse program and assist in the implementation of recently adopted rules to ensure compliance. The successful candidate would work closely with affected stakeholders such as equipment manufacturers, contractors, service technicians, recyclers, government and non-government organizations. This will include understanding the challenges for each affected sector, identifying potential solutions, evaluating technical feasibility and cost, and drafting regulatory materials. Other responsibilities include reviewing and analyzing reported data, assisting in the investigation of rule violations, evaluating the effectiveness of the regulations, assisting with proposed mitigation measures, and preparing briefing papers and rulemaking documents. In addition, this position will assist in providing technical and regulatory support to other U.S. states under the US Climate Alliance that are actively working towards adopting F-gas regulations in their jurisdictions. Up to 10% travel is required.