ANALYST III (537067) — Fiscal Grant Program Analyst

Fiscal Grant Program AnalystState Air Resources Board$6,623.00 - $8,290.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.Final Filing Date: 11/26/2026This 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.Come join an enthusiastic team of analysts working to reduce fuel consumption, lower harmful emissions, and expand access to clean technology. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in air pollution control, developing innovative programs that protect and improve air quality for the citizens of California.The Mobile Source Control Division's Grant Processing Section (GPS) is seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, analytical, and organized professional to serve as the Fiscal Grant Program Analyst (Analyst III). Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the incumbent will provide advanced fiscal and budget-related support for incentive programs that reduce emissions and support clean transportation.The Grant Processing Section manages key grant administration activities, including developing and maintaining program policies and procedures, tracking and reconciling incentive program expenditures, coordinating disbursement requests, monitoring legislation, and ensuring transparent, auditable processes that support efficient solicitation and grant development workflows. The Analyst III serves as a senior technical resource responsible for improving fiscal systems and tracking tools, developing standardized procedures and documentation, coordinating complex reporting and appropriation oversight, resolving high level fiscal issues with program and accounting partners, analyzing legislation for fiscal impact, and conducting advanced analytical work to recommend program and policy improvements.Travel may be required.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.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 Resources Boards' (CARB) current telework policy.

While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required.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. 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 does not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.Position located in a high-rise buildingRequires being in a stationary position, consistent with office work, for extended periods.Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.May require travel.You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.ANALYST IIIJob Application Package ChecklistDuty StatementJob Code #: JC- Position #(s): Working Title: Fiscal Grant Program Analyst Classification: ANALYST III $6,623.00 - $8,290.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full TimeCARB 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.Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how their skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience qualify them for the position. The SOQ documents each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Candidates whose applications do not include the required SOQ will not be considered for this position. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Require Name on SOQ Require Job Control Number on SOQ Maximum number of pages: 2 The SOQ must include a title of "Statement of Qualifications, Your Name, and Job Control Number", be no more than 2 pages, 12 point font, and address the following: Describe a complex fiscal or budget system you have designed, improved, or evaluated. In your response, explain the problem you were addressing, the analytical methods you used, the processes or tools you developed, and how your solution improved accuracy, efficiency, or continuity in fiscal operations. Provide an example of a time you developed or significantly updated policies, procedures, or standardized documentation. Describe how you identified the need, the steps you took to create or revise the materials, how you ensured stakeholder alignment, and how the final product strengthened consistency or supported long term operational stability.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: 11/26/2026Individuals 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).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 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 PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:California Environmental Protection Agency/State Air Resources Board Attn: Human Resources Branch/ Classification & Certification unit, JC# I Street, 5th Floor/P.O. Box 2815 Sacramento, CA 95814Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou 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 PMThe 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 All