Supervisor's Legislative Assistant

Supervisors Legislative Assistant

Salary

$65,545.78 - $128,108.17 Annually

Location

Riverside

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-13999-05

Department

Board of Supervisors

Division

Supervisorial District 5

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

10/6/2026 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 County of Riverside's Board of Supervisors has an opportunity for a Supervisor's Legislative Assistant for the Fifth Supervisorial District who will support the Policy and Programs Team. The position will be assigned to the Riverside office.

The Supervisor's Legislative Assistant supports the Policy and Programs Team by providing program-focused legislative research, policy analysis, and administrative coordination across key areas such as Youth Work Programs, Economic Development Programs, Health and Wellness Programs, and Homeless Programs. This role assists in developing and monitoring program initiatives, preparing research summaries, coordinating outreach efforts, and supporting the team in evaluating the impact of state and federal legislation on district-level programs. The position also serves as a liaison with community organizations, policy partners, and government agencies to advance program goals and ensure alignment with the Supervisor's priorities. This position will require the incumbent to drive as needed.

The most competitive candidates will have strong legislative and policy analysis skills with an emphasis on program-based research and evaluation. They will be experienced in collaborating with community organizations, government partners, and stakeholders to support program development and implementation across youth, economic, health, and homeless initiatives. Additionally, they will demonstrate exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication abilities, ensuring effective coordination of program activities, legislative tracking, and policy-related projects within the Policy and Programs Team.

This class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (3) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the individual Supervisor.

Meet the Team!

The Board of Supervisors is the governing body of the County, certain special districts and the Housing Authority. The Board enacts ordinances and resolutions, adopts the annual budget, approves contracts, appropriates funds, determines land use zoning for the unincorporated areas, as well as appoints certain County officers and members of various boards and commissions.

The Fifth District is one of the most diverse regions in the county, stretching from Moreno Valley to Cabazon and from Hemet up to Calimesa, and includes two sovereign tribal nations. It is home to signature destinations such as the Lavender Festival, Lake Perris, the Cabazon Outlets, and the Edward-Dean Museum & Gardens. The district encompasses the cities of Moreno Valley, San Jacinto, Hemet, Calimesa, Beaumont, and Banning, as well as the unincorporated communities of Banning Bench, Cherry Valley, Cabazon, Nuevo, Lakeview, Reche Canyon, Poppet Flats, and San Timoteo.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• May represent the Supervisor at a variety of meetings, gatherings and conferences; attend meetings of local government agencies, commissions and organizations; may serve as a liaison with officials of other government agencies, County departments, members of commissions and organizations, and their staff to expedite activities where County and Board of Supervisors interests are involved.
• May present decisions, recommendations and findings of the Board at meetings, gatherings and conferences.
• Receive, investigate and report on complaints and inquiries regarding matters within a particular district; interview and provide assistance to the public both by telephone and in person.
• Conduct analysis of agendas for conferences and meetings; assemble and prepare background information for agenda items for review and consideration by the Supervisor; conduct analysis of the potential impact of other government agency policies and decisions on the County and provide interpretations to the Board; gather, organize and communicate to the Board background information regarding legislation that affects or may affect County programs and responsibilities.
• May confer with and assist County department heads and other officials to identify new funding sources for new County services.
• Organize and lead the operation of the Supervisors office; prepare letters and reports for the Supervisors approval and signature.
• Assist in planning and organizing program, project, and policy initiatives.
• Conduct research and gather data to support legislative, policy, and operational recommendations.
• Help develop and refine program or project proposals, summaries, and briefing materials.
• Support implementation of new initiatives by coordinating tasks, timelines, and required resources.
• Monitor progress of ongoing programs or projects and prepare status updates for leadership.
• Analyze policy impacts and assist in drafting reports, talking points, and informational documents.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on initiatives.
• Track legislative developments and identify issues relevant to departmental priorities.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for meetings related to program and policy development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, Communications or a related field.

Experience: Two years of professional experience providing legislative, policy, analytical, or related administrative support in a government or public-sector environment.

Knowledge of: Legislative processes, public policy development, and government operations; principles and practices of public administration and community engagement; research methods and techniques used to analyze legislative and policy issues.

Ability to: Research, interpret, and communicate complex legislative and policy information; effectively engage with constituents, government agencies, and community organizations; plan, organize, and coordinate office operations and multiple concurrent projects; prepare clear and concise written reports and communicate effectively in public settings.

Other Requirements

License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment

Contact Danilo Lozano at DaLozano@rivco.org or 951-955-1605. 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

Work Location and Telework

In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.

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: MCU

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

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.

401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

ANNUAL LEAVE: (Bi-weekly Accrual)

12 hours

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

• Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of 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 Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

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

01

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

• I have a valid California Class A license.
• I have a valid California Class B license.
• I have a valid California Class C license.
• I am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
• I currently have a valid out-of-state driver license, and am able to obtain a valid California driver license.
• I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver license.

02

Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field? (A copy of your transcripts or diploma MUST be attached to your application as proof of your degree. 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

03

How many years of professional experience providing legislative, policy, analytical, or related administrative support in a government or public-sector environment? (Include details on your resume/application)

• No experience
• Less than twelve months
• One year or more, but less than two
• Two years or more, but less than three
• Three years or more, but less than four
• Four years or more, but less than five
• Five years or more

04

How many years of experience do you have conducting legislative and policy analysis, including program-based research and evaluation? (Include details on your resume/application)

• No experience
• Less than twelve months
• One year or more, but less than two
• Two years or more, but less than three
• Three years or more, but less than four
• Four years or more, but less than five
• Five years or more

05

How many years of experience do you have collaborating with community organizations, government partners, and stakeholders to support program development and implementation? (Include details on your resume/application)

• No experience
• Less than twelve months
• One year or more, but less than two
• Two years or more, but less than three
• Three years or more, but less than four
• Four years or more, but less than five
• Five years or more

06

How many years of experience do you have coordinating program activities and managing policy-related projects, including legislative tracking and analytical or communication tasks? (Include details on your resume/application)

• No experience
• Less than twelve months
• One year or more, but less than two
• Two years or more, but less than three
• Three years or more, but less than four
• Four years or more, but less than five
• Five years or more

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