Under the direction of the Executive Officer, the Chief Deputy Executive Officer is responsible for ensuring the vision of the Executive Officer is carried out by CARB’s executive staff (six Deputy Executive Officers), working directly with key stakeholders, industry leaders, and high-level government officials on behalf of the Executive Officer, and interpreting and advising on complex and sensitive policy recommendations, regulatory proposals, and program implementation. The incumbent will identify and develop broad strategies to accomplish CARB’s mission and vision and will lead in the overarching development, planning, and coordination of policy formulation and strategic planning programs and policies. The incumbent will direct, advise, and guide in the development, planning, coordination, policy formulation, strategic planning, and technical evaluation of new and emerging air pollution control programs and policies.
The Chief Deputy Executive Officer must have the ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials/matters and establish cooperative and effective working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the Legislative and Executive branches, and the public, as well as private industry, non-profit organizations, environmental groups, and other public interest groups, and effectively communicate with staff at all levels to complete work assignments.
An ideal candidate will have expertise in air quality and climate policy with a strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values underlying the California Air Resources Board – a commitment to clean air for all Californians and a focus on priority communities that have been overburdened by air pollution for decades. The incumbent should possess a sophisticated understanding of the legal, regulatory, technological, social, and political issues involved in fulfilling CARB’s mandate, and a proven ability to recognize and balance the interests of diverse stakeholders. The incumbent will have a demonstrated track record as a highly ethical, proven leader with excellent leadership skills who is an innovative problem-solver and a skilled communicator.
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