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This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.
If you have permanent status and have passed probation, you have mandatory reinstatement rights into your former position/classification at the end of this LT appointment. You will be separated from state service if you have not had prior permanent or probationary civil service status. During this 12-month limited-term assignment, you may be entitled to receive health, dental, and vision benefits. You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits.
The CalEPA Tribal and Border Affairs Program promotes cooperation to help ensure a cleaner, safer, healthier, and more prosperous border region. The program is a collaborative effort between CalEPA and our boards and departments to address environmental issues on multiple fronts and coordinate efforts with other California state agencies, Tribal Nations in the border region, and federal, state, and local governments in the U.S. and Mexico. The team works collaboratively internally and externally across sectors BDOs and agencies to provide equitable environmental outcomes for California's most border communities and tribes.
Under the general direction of the Deputy Secretary for Intergovernmental Relations, the Intergovernmental Relations Analyst will perform the more responsible, varied, and complex technical analytical staff services assignments such as program evaluation and planning; policy analysis and formulation; systems development; grant management for several CalEPA Grant programs; and continually provide advice and consultation to CalEPA's management team, agency liaisons for border and tribal affairs, or others. The incumbent will coordinate border, tribal, federal, and grant management work at CalEPA, and serve the public in both English and Spanish languages.
The Intergovernmental Relations Analyst will work on a broad range of governmental and managerial problems that may be interdisciplinary and cross-sector, alongside state, local, tribal, community, and international partners. Incumbent may be assigned to work as a field representative in complex and controversial intergovernmental affairs at the state, local, or international levels. Incumbent conducts and/or reviews analytical studies and surveys relevant to issues under CalEPA's purview that impact border relations, tribes, and community and tribal grantees; develops procedures, policies, and program alternatives to help CalEPA improve its functions and relationships with intergovernmental partners, CalEPA grantees, and stakeholders; makes recommendations on a broad spectrum of administrative and program-related issues that arise in the context of tribal and border affairs or grant management; reviews and analyzes proposed legislation and policies and advises CalEPA's management team on their potential and actual impact; coordinates the efforts of representatives of various governmental agencies on larger interagency projects relevant to tribal affairs, border relations, and grantmaking; represents CalEPA as assigned; and performs other related duties.
The Intergovernmental Relations Analyst will assist the Deputy Secretary for Intergovernmental Relations to fulfill direction of Executive Orders B-10-11, N-16-22, the CalEPA Tribal Advisory Committee Charter, Assembly Bill 3021 (Núñez, Statutes of 2006).
In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public with equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.
The Intergovernmental Relations Analyst will prepare and analyze reports, advise management on potential impacts, formulate procedures, policies, and program alternatives, conduct and/or review analytical studies and surveys on activities related to the California-Mexico Border and California Native American Tribes. Support CalEPA's Deputy Secretary for Intergovernmental Relations in logistics, facilitation, material development, report preparation, recordkeeping, and communications for meetings associated with CalEPA's tribal and border affairs, including but not limited to meetings of the California-Mexico Border Relations Council, CalEPA's Tribal Advisory Committee, and CalEPA's Tribal Liaisons and Border Contacts. They will work with CalEPA and BDO administrative and legal staff, to ensure the smooth operations of CalEPA's grant programs, including tracking grantee progress, reviewing and drafting grant guidelines and contracts, and facilitating workshops for community and tribal participants to launch each round of grants.
This position requires regular in-state travel. It requires in-person or in-office work four days a week, and is eligible for telework one day per week.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is headquartered in San Diego County. The incumbent will be required to report to the assigned headquarter in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy.
CalEPA positions may be eligible for hybrid telework schedules with in-person attendance based on operational needs under Government Code 14200 for applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA Telework Policy and/or future program requirements. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the designated headquarter location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.
Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay. Please note additional conditions below:

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• Requires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.
• A candidate who is bilingual in English/Spanish is required. A Spanish-speaking incumbent must be able to pass a bilingual Spanish fluency examination.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ANALYST II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-526502
Position #(s):
812-010-5393-946
Working Title:
Intergovernmental Relations Analyst
Classification:
ANALYST II $6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Diego County
Telework:
Hybrid
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
Special Requirements
Applicants must include a Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) for this recruitment. Applications without an SQ or including an SQ that does not directly answer all the items below will not be considered. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SQ.

• Require Name on SQ
• Require Job Control Number on SQ
• Maximum number of pages: 2 (The SQ must be single spaced, with one-inch margins, and font size 12)

Describe your professional, volunteer, educational, and personal experience related to working with and considering the needs of tribal, border, and/or frontline communities.

Provide a brief description of your understanding of California Native American tribal history and what experiences informed this understanding.

Describe any additional education, training, experience, and skills that enable you to perform the duties listed in the Duty Statement.

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: 8/12/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. 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
Lisa Webb
Attn: Classification and Certification 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
Lisa Webb
Classification and Certification Unit
1001 I Street, 5th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
Please drop-off applications 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 - Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) - Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SQ submission.

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.
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:
The successful candidate will be a dynamic team player and will with strong analytical and communication skills, and a strong record of working collaboratively within workplace teams as well as with external stakeholders. Commitment to and experience in working with tribes are highly desired. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are highly desired. The ability to work effectively with staff and executive-level officers and their deputies from CalEPA agencies, agencies outside CalEPA, intergovernmental partners, community and tribal partners, and other stakeholders is important. Competitive candidates must be highly motivated, self-starting, enthusiastic, demonstrate initiative, and able to balance and prioritize work among multiple concurrent projects and issues. Applicants will be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Gym
• Convenient to public transportation
• Nearby (third-party) parking

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.arb.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Michelle Sinclair
(916) 445-2006
michelle.sinclair@calepa.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 De