Greenhouse Gas Analysis Specialist

About the Company: Capitol Government Contract Specialists (Capitol GCS) was formed in 2011 with its headquarters in Irvine, CA. Capitol GCS provides Program Management Oversight services to transit agencies across the country in support of their bus and rail vehicle projects. By leveraging our staff of senior transit industry veterans, we ensure that acquisition and overhaul projects come in on time, on budget, and meet the technical specification requirements.About the Role: Capitol GCS is seeking an individual with demonstrated experience conducting Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions analysis for public transit capital projects. This position is part-time and 100% remote. The primary responsibility of the position will be to develop rigorous, well-documented air quality and GHG emissions forecasts and reduction estimates, and to support the broader development of California State and Federal discretionary grant applications on behalf of our transit agency clients.Responsibilities:Develop forecasts and quantify the air quality and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction impacts of proposed transit projects, using applicable State and Federal emissions models and methodologies.Translate emissions modeling assumptions, inputs, and results into clear, well-documented technical analysis suitable for inclusion in competitive discretionary funding requests.Coordinate with client agency planning, engineering, finance, and operations staff to gather the project, fleet, and operational data needed to support emissions analysis.Research, identify, and evaluate discretionary State and Federal grant funding opportunities relevant to public transit projects and programs, with attention to programs prioritizing air quality and GHG reduction benefits.Interpret complex funding guidelines and translate program and technical requirements into clear, compliant, and compelling proposal narratives.Support the writing, editing, and management of grant proposals as needed, ensuring the emissions analysis is accurately and persuasively represented.Develop budgets, timelines, and supporting documentation in coordination with program and finance staff.Track application deadlines, award notifications, and post-award compliance and reporting obligations, including any emissions-related reporting requirements.Maintain a pipeline of upcoming funding opportunities and provide strategic recommendations on pursuit priorities, with a focus on air quality and GHG benefit potential.Assure emissions analyses and proposals align with client agency goals, funder priorities, and all applicable regulatory requirements.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Air Quality Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Advanced degree preferred.Required Skills:A minimum of 7 years of experience conducting Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions analysis for public transit or transportation capital projects, required.Working knowledge of applicable State and Federal air quality and GHG emissions models, tools, and methodologies (e.g., EPA MOVES, CARB tools, or comparable transit emissions quantification frameworks).Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to translate emissions data and modeling outputs into clear technical documentation.Demonstrated experience with discretionary State and Federal grant programs for transportation projects.Excellent research, writing, and editing skills, with the ability to translate technical and operational information into persuasive narrative.Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines.Ability to work independently in a remote environment.Experience with LA Metro grant programs, a plus.Pay range and compensation package: $83.46 - $114.76 per hour, commensurate with experience.Equal Opportunity Statement: Capitol GCS is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.