Environmental Analyst (Administrative Services Analyst II)

County of Riverside, California

Riverside, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$74,797.02–$99,284.55 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Management, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Architectural Engineering, Background Investigation, Billing, Budget Forecasting, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Operations, Business Support, California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), Cancer, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Conservation, Consulting, Contract Management, Data Collection, Data Entry, Database Administration, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Documentation Review, Driver's License, Educational Evaluation, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Law, Expense Tracking, Federal Laws and Regulations, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Projections, Genetics, Government, Health Insurance, Land Use, Legal Research, Local Government, Materials Tracking, Medical Conditions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Project, Multitasking, Natural Resources, Nonprofit, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Order Management, Organizational Skills, Patient Care Denials, People Management, Performance Analysis, Plan Meetings, Policy Evaluation, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Progress Reports, Project Evaluation, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Property Rights, Public Administration, Public Finance, Public Works, Quality Control, Record Keeping, Records Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Resource Management, Schedule Development, Seafood Department, State Government, State Laws and Regulations, Technical Research, Time Management, Training/Teaching, United States Army, Vision Plan, Water Quality Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Riverside, CA
POSTED
3 days ago

Environmental Analyst (Administrative Services Analyst II)

Salary

$74,797.02 - $99,284.55 Annually

Location

Riverside

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-74106-15

Department

Flood Control

Division

Flood Control

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

7/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District currently has an opportunity for a dynamic and creative Environmental Analyst (Administrative Services Analyst II) for the Regulatory Division in Riverside! The Environmental Analyst would not only support and interact with District staff but would also coordinate with other public agencies and stakeholders such as developers, planning and engineering consultants, members of the public, the Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, USFWS, and other federal, state and local government agencies, and non-profit organizations.

The Regulatory Division is primarily responsible for ensuring that the District complies with state and federal environmental laws and provides support for all types of District actions such as constructing new flood control facilities, maintaining existing facilities, developing master drainage plans, and issuing encroachment permits to developers or other public agencies for their projects. The Environmental Analyst will assist with the implementation of requirements and compliance strategies through a wide variety of administrative support services such as conducting complex research, tracking pending legislation, assessing operational processes and programs and making recommendations for the development, implementation, and improvement of District operations, services and programs, coordinating with internal and external teams, and performing other related duties as required.

Candidates must have strong writing skills, excellent organization skills, and experience creating databases.

The most competitive candidates will have experience and knowledge with:

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Managing complex project lifecycles, including tracking milestones, schedules, and budgets using Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, or similar programs
  • Contract administration management, permit compliance, project coordination, and/or legal or technical research
  • A public works agency, natural resource agency, land use planning organization, private environmental or engineering firms

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District manages storm waters for conservation. and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from flood damage. The Flood Control District is a Special District funded by property taxes. The District is not funded by, or dependent on, the County General Fund.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The Environmental Analyst will support the Regulatory Division Chief, supervisors and staff with various tasks, projects and operational needs. Examples of essential duties may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Manage and maintain various internal databases and create and/or update to improve existing processes.
  • Manage internal work orders for the Regulatory Division; track work orders and assign out using an internal digital database.
  • Manage the District's Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) agreement and submittals to the US Army Corps of Engineers and other County Departments for adherence to contract terms.
  • Research and analyze state and federal policies and proposed legislation that may affect District operations.
  • Prepare the Regulatory Division's annual budget projections related to capital improvement projects, permit fees, compensatory mitigation costs, etc.
  • Review and gather reports and other documentation for submittals to various government agencies.
  • Manage Consultant task orders and invoices for adherence to budget and contract terms.
  • Track and manage the District's Assembly Bill 52 (AB52) tribal consultation administrative records; prepare and send notices to tribes, support the District as needed with AB52 compliance.
  • Support the Regulatory Division Chief, supervisors and staff with meeting coordination, preparation, and implementation.
  • Coordinate and schedule field surveys for staff and secure access rights from various property owners as needed.
  • Special projects as assigned.
  • Conduct site visits and site analyses, including walking project sites with Environmental Specialists to provide support during project evaluations and surveys.

To view the general job duties for Administrative Services Analyst II visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/riverside/classspecs/newprint/912

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

If using education to qualify, please, upload a copy of your diploma or transcript with your application. See "Proof of Education" under APPLICATION INFORMATION at the bottom of this posting for details.

  • Examples of administrative duties include obtaining and analyzing information needed to develop, recommend, implement, monitor, and evaluate policies, systems, procedures, budgets, or contracts.

OPTION I

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree, preferably with a major in accounting, business or public administration, finance, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Administrative, paraprofessional or technical experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)

Experience: One year of professional experience in an administrative capacity. Candidates must have experience creating databases.

OPTION II

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree, preferably with a major in accounting, business or public administration, finance, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Administrative, paraprofessional or technical experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)

Experience: Two years of paraprofessional or technical experience in an administrative capacity. Candidates must have experience creating databases.

OPTION III

Experience: One year as an Administrative Services Analyst I with the County of Riverside. Candidates must have experience creating databases.

Preferred Experience:

The most competitive candidates will have experience and knowledge of Microsoft Suite, experience in public works, public agency, land use planning; private environmental or engineering firms, architectural or engineering, contract management, permit compliance, project coordination, and/or legal or technical research. Experience managing complex project lifecycles, including tracking milestones, schedules, and budgets using Microsoft Project and/or Excel.

Other Requirements:

License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required. The Environmental Analyst will drive to various sites in the performance of their duties.

ALL OPTIONS

Knowledge of: Principles of administration, organization and management necessary to analyze and evaluate operations, services and programs; principles and practices of fiscal management and/or budgetary control; grantsmanship; basic elements of supervision; and/or contract monitoring.

Ability to: Collect and evaluate data; draw conclusions and formulate recommendations and project consequences of recommendations; monitor expenditures and maintain fiscal control; develop and write grant applications; interpret legislative and administrative mandates and regulations; plan, organize and supervise the work of subordinate clerical or technical staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate effectively in written and verbal form.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment:

Contact Brittany Kendrick at (951) 955-4208 or bkendrick@rivco.org. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

BENEFIT PROGRAM: SEI

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

  • Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

  • A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  • A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  • A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)

4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY:

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.

Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01

Are you a current regular, part-time or temporary employee or intern with the County of Riverside Flood Control and Water Conservation District?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Select the answer that best describes your current drivers license status:

  • I have a valid California drivers license.
  • I am able to obtain a valid California drivers license.
  • I currently have a valid out-of-state drivers license, and I am able to obtain a valid California drivers license.
  • I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California drivers license.

03

How many years of professional experience in an administrative capacity do you have? Examples of administrative duties include obtaining and analyzing information needed to develop, recommend, implement, monitor, and evaluate policies, systems, procedures, budgets, or contracts.

  • None
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6
  • 6 years or more

04

What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university in accounting, business or public administration, finance, or a closely related field to the assignment?

  • None
  • Less than 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units
  • At least 90 semester or 135 quarter units
  • At least 120 semester or 180 units
  • I have my Associates degree
  • I have my Bachelors degree
  • I have my Masters degree
  • I have my Doctorate degree

05

How many years of paraprofessional or technical experience in an administrative capacity do you have?

  • None
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6
  • 6 years or more

06

Have you been an Administrative Services Analyst with the County of Riverside for one year or more?

  • Yes
  • No

07

What best describes your experience using Microsoft Project or other project management software?

  • I do not have professional experience using Microsoft Project or other project management software.
  • Basic - able to update project information, track tasks, enter data, or monitor schedules under general supervision
  • Intermediate- able to create and maintain project schedules, assign and track tasks, monitor project progress, generate reports, and support multiple projects with minimal supervision.
  • Advanced- able to develop and manage complex project plans, allocate resources, monitor timelines and deliverables, analyze project performance, create reports and dashboards, and provide guidance or training to others on the use of the software.

08

What best describes your experience creating internal databases to support business operations and improve existing processes?

  • No Experience- I do not have professional experience creating, maintaining, or updating internal databases.
  • I have experience maintaining or updating internal databases but do not have experience creating databases.
  • I have experience creating databases under close supervision.
  • I have independently created databases.
  • In addition to creating databases, I have trained others on database creation.

09

Please describe your experience creating and maintaining internal databases. Type N/A if you do not possess this experience.

10

Please describe your administrative experience within a public works agency, public resource agency, land use planning agency, private environmental firm and/or engineering firm. Include any involvement in areas such as land use planning, environmental, architectural or engineering support, contract management, permit compliance, project coordination, or legal and technical research. Please include the job title and employer where you gained the experience. Type N/A if you do not possess this experience.

11

Please, select all types of organizations with which you have work experience:

  • I do not have experience working with any of the organizations listed below.
  • Government agency
  • Public works agency
  • Natural resource agency
  • Land use planning agency
  • Environmental firm
  • Engineering firm
  • Another organization involved in natural resource planning

12

Please, select all areas in which you have work experience related to tracking and scheduling project lifecycles:

  • Monitoring project timelines and reporting delays or issues.
  • Scheduling and updating project milestones and deliverables.
  • Reviewing documentation to ensure alignment with project plans.
  • Tracking compliance documents and regulatory requirements.
  • Identifying scheduling or logistical challenges from project information.
  • Processing, logging, and/or maintaining permit records.
  • Coordinating permit workflows, statuses, and deadlines.
  • Tracking materials, resources, and other project needs.
  • Monitoring budgets and reporting discrepancies.
  • Sorting, organizing, and converting project information into usable summaries or reports.

13

Please, indicate with which programs/applications you have experience: (Include details on application/resume)

  • I do not have experience with any of the programs/applications listed below.
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Project
  • Regulatory ticket system
  • Project management tools

14

I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree, units, professional license, and/or certification prior to the closing date of the job posting if I want my education or training to be considered. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information

Website http://www.rc-hr.com

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