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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
TIME: 9:00 a.m.
DATE: Thursday, November 12, 2020
Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the meeting will only be
conducted via video conferencing and by telephone.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Ben J. Benoit, City of Wildomar – Chair
Jan Harnik, City of Palm Desert – Vice Chair
V. Manuel Perez, County of Riverside, District 4 – Second Vice Chair
Chuck Washington, County of Riverside, District 3 – Past Chair
Lloyd White, City of Beaumont
Brian Berkson, City of Jurupa Valley
Lisa Middleton, City of Palm Springs
Michael S. Naggar, City of Temecula
Kevin Jeffries, County of Riverside, District 1
Karen Spiegel, County of Riverside, District 2
Jeff Hewitt, County of Riverside, District 5
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Reviews and makes final decisions on personnel issues
and office operational matters .
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
9:00 A.M.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2020
Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the meeting will
only be conducted via video conferencing and by telephone. Please follow the instructions below
to join the meeting remotely.
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Committee Meeting please email written comments to the Clerk of the Board at
lmobley@rctc.org prior to November 11, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. and your comments will be made part
of the official record of the proceedings. Members of the public may also make public comments
through their telephone or Zoom connection when recognized by the Chair.
In compliance with the Brown Act and Government Code Section 54957.5, agenda materials distributed
72 hours prior to the meeting, which are public records relating to open session agenda items, will be
available for inspection by members of the public prior to the meeting on the Commission’s website,
www.rctc.org.
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N-29-20, and the Federal Transit Administration Title VI, please contact the Clerk of the Board at
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provide assistance at the meeting.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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November 12, 2020
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3. PUBLIC COMMENTS - Under the Brown Act, the Board should not take action on or discuss
matters raised during public comment portion of the agenda which are not listed on the
agenda. Board members may refer such matters to staff for factual information or to be
placed on the subsequent agenda for consideration. Each individual speaker is limited to
speak three (3) continuous minutes or less.
4. ADDITIONS/REVISIONS – The Committee may add an item to the Agenda after making a
finding that there is a need to take immediate action on the item and that the item came to
the attention of the Committee subsequent to the posting of the agenda. An action adding
an item to the agenda requires 2/3 vote of the Committee. If there are less than 2/3 of the
Committee members present, adding an item to the agenda requires a unanimous vote.
Added items will be placed for discussion at the end of the agenda.
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES – OCTOBER 14 SPECIAL MEETING AND OCTOBER 14, 2020
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6. FISCAL YEAR 2020/21 ORGANIZATION AND CLASSIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
RELATED TO THE IMPLEMENTATION AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION AND WESTERN RIVERSIDE
COUNTY REGIONAL CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
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1) Approve the FY 2020/21 Organizational Chart;
2) Approve the revised FY 2020/21 Salary Ranges Schedule;
3) Approve the addition of Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director on range
67 ($14,441 - $19,495);
4) Approve the addition of Reserve Management/Monitoring Manager on range 53
($10,263 - $13,855);
5) Approve the addition of two Senior Management Analysts -
Management/Monitoring on range 43 ($8,041 - $10,855);
6) Approve the addition of Technical Information Program Manager on range 45
($8,443 - $11,398);
7) Approve the addition of Senior Management Analyst - GIS/IT Database on range 43
($8,041 - $10,855);
8) Approve the addition of three Senior Management Analysts - Right of Way on range
43 ($8,041 - $10,855);
9) Approve the addition of Senior Management Analyst - Public Affairs on range 43
($8,041 - $10,855);
10) Approve the addition of Senior Management Analyst - Legislative Affairs on ran ge
43 (8,041 - $10,855);
11) Approve the addition of Deputy Director of Financial Administration on range 57
($11,315 - $15,275);
12) Approve the addition of Procurement Analyst on range 36 ($6,777 - $9,149);
13) Approve the addition of Financial Administration Manager on range 53
($10,263 - $13,855);
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14) Approve the addition of Accounting Supervisor - Regional Conservation on range 44
($8,237 - $11,120);
15) Approve the addition of Accountant - Regional Conservation on range 33
($6,300 - $8,505);
16) Approve the addition of Accounting Technician - Regional Conservation on range 25
($5,183 - $6,997);
17) Approve the addition of Deputy Clerk of the Board on range 32 ($6,147 - $8,298);
18) Approve the addition of Administrative Assistant on range 17 ($4,264 - $5,757); an d
19) Approve and forward to the Commission budget adjustments of $1.7 million and
$1.54 million to increase FY 2020/21 budgeted expenditures and revenues,
respectively, related to salaries and benefits necessary to implement the
Agreement.
7. ADJOURNMENT
AGENDA ITEM 5
MINUTES
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
OCTOBER 14, 2020
1.C ALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the Executive Committee was called to order by Chair Ben J. Benoit
at 8:45 a.m. via Zoom Meeting ID: 842 7495 9811. Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive
Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the meeting was conducted via video conferencing and by
telephone.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present Commissioners Absent
Ben J. Benoit
Brian Berkson
Jan Harnik
Jeff Hewitt
Kevin Jeffries
Lisa Middleton
Michael Naggar*
V.Manuel Perez
Karen Spiegel*
Chuck Washington
Lloyd White
*arrived after the meeting was called to order
2.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Second Vice Chair Perez.
3.PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak.
4.ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
There were no additions or revision to the agenda.
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5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
M/S/C (Harnik/Perez) to approve the minutes of September 9, 2020 and
September 9, 2020 Special Meeting as submitted.
At this time, Commissioner Spiegel joined the meeting.
6. IMPLEMENTATION AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN RIVERSIDE
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION AND WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY
REGIONAL CONSERVATION AUTHORITY
Anne Mayer, Executive Director, provided a report on the continued due diligence process
completed since the September meeting, noting no further fatal flaws or significant
impediments to implementation have been found should the boards choose to enter in
this agreement with the RCA board. Should the boards choose to proceed the
implementing mechanism is an agreement, a draft of which is before the Executive
Committee. Highlights of the draft agreement include: RCTC staff will now include former
County employees assigned to RCA, RCTC employees and RCTC Executive Director will
report to and serve under direction from the RCTC Executive Committee and Board, RCTC
will be reimbursed for all costs associated with implementing the agreement, existing
statutory and joint power authorities of both agencies are not impacted by this
agreement, RCTC is a signatory to the MSHCP implementing agreement and nothing
about the management agency agreement change RCTC’s responsibilities under the
MSHCP implementing agreement, the RCA board will remain responsible for RCA policy
and financial decisions including agreements fully funded by RCA, RCTC will be responsible
for the jointly funded and consolidated or shared contracts and general administrative
policies. Ms. Mayer discussed the timeline over the months of October and November,
noting if the management agreement is approved by both the RCA and RCTC boards the
agreement will be implemented as of January 1, 2021. She discussed the costs associated
with the agreement as well as potential costs savings, noting the approval of budget
adjustments for each agency will be necessary in addition to the approval of the
management agreement.
At this time, Commissioner Naggar joined th e meeting.
Ms. Mayer stated she is seeking input from the Executive Committee as to whether or not
staff should continue to proceed along this path with the goal of bringing the item to the
entire RCTC Commission in November for discussion and potential action.
Vice Chair Harnik asked Ms. Mayer how she was feeling about this decision. Ms. Mayer
stated from a technical standpoint that the combined RCTC and RCA staff can merge the
organizations and do it well. She expressed confidence that the goals that have been
identified can be achieved as far as making progress with the implementation of the plan,
noting it is a benefit to RCTC for the plan and permit to continue. She noted there are
unknowns in the areas of elected official support, a difficult transition time , and a
significant workload. Ms. Mayer expressed it is important that if a decision is made to
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merge the organizations it is made on the basis of what the elected officials believe is the
right policy choice.
Supervisor Hewitt reiterated there have been no glaring red flags discovered throughout
the 60 day vetting process which is encouraging, noting government has so many rules
and the meshing of the agencies to be on the same page may provide the greatest
challenge. Ms. Mayer agreed that would be a challenge, adding the area relating to cost
is something that needs to be acknowledged in that to transition all of the RCA employees
off of the County system will incur costs for the RCA, also adding there are additional costs
related to transitioning systems such as IT and financial systems off of the County systems.
Commissioner Berkson noted if RCTC does not take over the management of RCA,
WRCOG may be another option and asked if the benefit to RCTC outweighs the costs
versus having another agency manage the RCA. Commissioner Naggar noted RCTC
managing the RCA will be a benefit to the public. Ms. Mayer stated the benefits to RCTC
would be the continuance of the MSHCP plan and permit, which saves approximately two
years for each RCTC project so there is a vested interest in the sustainability of the plan.
Commissioner Hewitt stated the employees of RCA will receive the same benefits that
RCTC has and expressed pride in RCTC for being responsible with their pension liability.
He added there is a closer mission that RCTC and RCA have in common as far as the
environmental aspect of projects and discussed several things that make the merge a
natural fit , which will result in a stronger RCA.
Commissioner Jeffries stated there is value for both agencies in ensuring the RCA is
stabilized going forward, adding it is his personal opinion that WRCOG is not a viable
organization to oversee RCA, noting there are too many conflicts between the County and
WRCOG to allow that to happen. He stated RCTC has a vested interest in making sure RCA
operates smoothly and carries out its mission and to professionalize the RCA staff to the
RCTC level is a good thing for everyone. He expressed his strong support.
Commissioner Middleton stated as someone from the Coachella Valley one of her primary
concerns is the impact to the executive leadership of RCTC, noting RCTC is an incredibly
well-run organization and she does not want to see them stretched too far. However, she
supports what works best for the entire County so she will support the consensus from
Western Riverside County if this is the direction they want to go.
Commissioner Spiegel agreed that a concern is the impact to RCTC staff. Another concern
is what the consequences would be if RCTC did not take over management of RCA, noting
this seems to be the greater risk. Commissioner Spiegel stated the transition to a blended
family will be the most challenging piece and may cost in the beginning, but the long-term
value is significant. She asked for clarification about the organization of the combined
agency. Ms. Mayer noted there will be a fully integrated staff and organization, however
the RCA board is responsible for the policy and budget decisions associated with providing
services. She stressed the financials will not be co mbined and resources will be very
important as RCTC cannot absorb the work without resources.
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Vice Chair Harnik discussed the overlap of Board members and Commissioners on the RCA
and RCTC and noted it is important to ensure that continues so policies and budgets do
not go in separate directions. Ms. Mayer noted at minimum there will always be the
overlap of the supervisors on both boards.
Commissioner White commented his city’s representative on the RCA board has not been
informed at the same level the RCTC Commission has been informed. Ms. Mayer stated
she will be attending the RCA Executive Committee and full Board meeting to answer any
questions to the RCA board and will also share Commissioner White’s feedback ahead of
RCA’s next meeting.
Lisa Moble y, Administrative Services Manager/Clerk of the Board, shared a letter of
support received from Dan Hollingsworth.
Ms. Mayer stated she has not received any negative feedback from stakeholders at this
point, noting further meetings are being set up on the environmental and developer sides.
M/S/C (Jeffries/Perez) to:
1) Review and discuss the Draft Implementation and Management Services Agreement
(Agreement) between RCTC and the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation
Authority (RCA); and
2) Direct staff to include the Agreement and any related budget actions for consideration by
the Commission at the November 12, 2020 meeting.
7. ADJOURNMENT
There being no other items to be considered, the Special Meeting of the Executive
Committee meeting adjourned at 9:28 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa Mobley
Clerk of the Board
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MINUTES
OCTOBER 14, 2020
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the Executive Committee was called to order by Chair Ben J. Benoit
at 9:28 a.m. via Zoom Meeting ID: 842 7495 9811. Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive
Order N -29-20, (March 18, 2020), the meeting was conducted via video conferencing and by
telephone.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present Commissioners Absent
Ben J. Benoit
Brian Berkson
Jan Harnik
Jeff Hewitt
Kevin Jeffries
Lisa Middleton
Michael Naggar
V. Manuel Perez
Karen Spiegel
Chuck Washington
Lloyd Whit e
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak from the public.
3. ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
There were no additions or revision to the agenda.
4. CLOSED SESSION – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
4A. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: Executive Director
4B. Conference with Labor Negotiators Pursuant to Section 54957.6
Agency Representative: Chair or Designee
Employee: Executive Director
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There were no announcements from closed session.
5. ADJOURNMENT
There being no other items to be considered, the Executive Committee meeting
adjourned at 9:37 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lisa Mobley
Clerk of the Board
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AGENDA ITEM 6
Agenda Item 6
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
DATE: November 12, 2020
TO: Executive Committee
FROM: Pamela Velez, Human Resources Administrator
THROUGH: Anne Mayer, Executive Director
SUBJECT:
Fiscal Year 2020/21 Organization and Classification Recommendations Related
to the Implementation and Management Services Agreement between
Riverside County Transportation Commission and Western Riverside County
Regional Conservation Authority
STAFF RECOMMENDATION :
This item is for the Committee to take the following personnel actions necessary to assume the
responsibility as the management agency for the Western Riverside County Regional
Conservation Authority (RCA) upon the Commission’s approval of the Implementation and
Management Services Agreement (Agreement) between the Commission and RCA:
1) Approve the FY 2020/21 Organizational Chart ;
2) Approve the revised FY 2020/21 Salary Ranges Schedule ;
3) Approve the addition of Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director on range 67
($14,441 - $19,495);
4) Approve the addition of Reserve Management/Monitoring Manager on range 53
($10,263 - $13,855);
5) Approve the addition of two Senior Management Analysts - Management/Monitoring on
range 43 ($8,041 - $10,855);
6) Approve the addition of Technical Information Program Manager on range 45
($8,443 - $11,398);
7) Approve the addition of Senior Management Analyst - GIS/IT Database on range 43
($8,041 - $10,855);
8) Approve the addition of three Senior Management Analysts - Right of Way on range 43
($8,041 - $10,855);
9) Approve the addition of Senior Management Analyst - Public Affairs on range 43
($8,041 - $10,855);
10) Approve the addition of Senior Management Analyst - Legislative Affairs on range 43
(8,041 - $10,855);
11) Approve the addition of Deputy Director of Financial Administration on range 57
($11,315 - $15,275);
12) Approve the addition of Procurement Analyst on range 36 ($6,777 - $9,149);
13) Approve the addition of Financial Administration Manager on range 53
($10,263 - $13,855);
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14) Approve the addition of Accounting Supervisor - Regional Conservation on range 44
($8,237 - $11,120);
15) Approve the addition of Accountant - Regional Conservation on range 33
($6,300 - $8,505);
16) Approve the addition of Accounting Technician - Regional Conservation on range 25
($5,183 - $6,997);
17) Approve the addition of Deputy Clerk of the Board on range 32 ($6,147 - $8,298);
18) Approve the addition of Administrative Assistant on range 17 ($4,264 - $5,757); and
19) Approve and forward to the Commission budget adjustments of $1.7 million and
$1.54 million to increase FY 2020/21 budgeted expenditures and revenues, respectively,
related to salaries and benefits necessary to implement the Agreement.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
In August 2020, RCTC received a request from the RCA Executive Committee to consider serving
as its managing agency. Currently, the RCA has a somewhat similar agreement with the County
of Riverside (County). Through this existing agreement the County provides reimbursed staff
services to RCA.
On August 12, 2020, the RCTC Executive Committee considered RCA’s request and directed staff
to conduct a 60-day due diligence effort to assess feasibility, identify concerns, and evaluate
opportunities. A critical component of the due diligence period was the need to review the
County’s existing classification titles and salaries for RCA assigned staff in comparison to RCTC’s
existing classifications to determine organizational feasibility and impacts .
Koff & Associates, INC. (Koff) has been RCTC’s consultant for previously completed classification
and compensation studies, and it continue s to demonstrate commitment to providing the
Commission with the highest-quality product and service. During the due diligence period, Koff
was assigned the responsibility of completing a comparative analysis of the current County
classification titles , salaries, and reporting structure with RCTC’s existing structure. The goal of
the study was to identify similarities and differences in the duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities
between the classifications of each agency using the whole job analysis and to make
recommendations on placement of RCA -assigned County classifications in RCTC’s classification
and compensation structure.
In October, the Executive Committee unanimously directed staff to return to the Commission in
November with a management services agreement and necessary budget adjustments to
implement the transition to become RCA’s management agency. As part of the discussion, it was
recognized and agreed that RCTC and RCA would need to maintain a full staffing level to fulfill
the workload associated with RCA responsibilities and maintain RCTC’s high level of activity and
excellence in delivering transportation projects.
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The purpose of this staff report is to detail and provide accompanying position classifications and
organization information to implement the necessary staffing changes and the relate d budget
impact.
Summary of Classification and Organization Study
Based on the review of classification descriptions, organization charts, additional documentation,
and discussions with appropriate RCTC staff, Koff recommended placement and alignment of
each county classification to RCTC’s current classification and compensation structure. A copy of
Koff’s report is attached. The report findings were considered in conjunction with RCTC’s existing
staff roles and responsibilities to create a new proposed organizational chart for RCTC. Not all
existing county classifications directly align with RCTC’s organizational structure , and, in some
cases , corresponding RCTC positions are currently filled with existing employees. While all
existing RCA -assigned County staff will be offered RCTC positions, they will not all be equivalent
in classification and salary. A total of 15 positions will transition to RCTC; additional vacancies
might be created if any of the current RCA employees choose to retire or reject an offer to join
RCTC.
Since these recommendations are based on the review of documentation and not direct
management knowledge of the positions, it is recommended that RCTC conduct an agency-wide
classification study in the future after the initial transition stage based on management
assessments with a focus on studying the organization more in depth. Any recommended
changes to the organization or salary ranges will then be brought to the Executive Committee for
review and approval.
It is expected that this initial organization could be in place for 6 months to 1 year and will require
special assignment pay for a limited number of employees assuming significant additional
transition responsibilities. This special assignment pay will be implemented by the Executive
Director in accordance with RCTC’s Personnel Policy and Procedures within approved budget
authority. Such pay has been determined not to be reportable to CalPERS due to the nature of
the compensation, and it will terminate upon approval of post-transition organization and salary
ranges as discussed above.
In addition to the recommended aligned positions for existing RCA-assigned County staff, RCTC
has determined four new positions will be necessary for workload management and continuance
of service level -- specifically for the Finance and External Affairs departments. The classification
study did not assess the impact of the transition on RCTC positions in terms of workload.
Therefore, an internal staffing study was completed to assess if staffing levels were appropriate
for the work required to be performed. While each agency has managed to continue to be
successful with certain vacancies, once transitioned the filling of these vacant positions shall be
a priority to properly meet the expectations of both boards. Furthermore, the transition of 15
positions to RCTC will most likely have an impact on current RCTC positions in terms of workload
(i.e. staffing levels), as well as an impact to the scope and complexity of work, level of
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responsibility, consequence of error, interaction with external and internal contacts, and other
whole job factors.
The existing RCTC organization chart is included in Attachment 1 and includes 54 positions. All
but three of those positions are fully funded in the FY 2020/21 budget. A proposed organization
chart is also included in Attachment 1 and contains 73 positions, of which 3 positions remain
unfunded.
Drafts of the job descriptions for five new classifications being added to the organization are
attached to this agenda item.
Staff requests approval of these five proposed classifications along with the revised
organizational chart and salary range table. The Executive Committee has authority as designated
by the Administrative Code for approval of the organization chart and classification designations.
As such, the salary range chart and budget adjustment are the only items to be forwarded to the
full Commission for approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated cost of salaries and benefits for the 19 new positions is $1.6 million and special
assignment pay is $100,000, for a total cost of $1.7 million. Staff projects that approximately
$1.54 million of the additional salaries and benefits cost will be reimbursed by RCA under the
Agreement. Accordingly, staff recommends the Executive Committee approve and forward to
the Commission budget adjustments of $1.7 million and $1.54 million to increase FY 2020/21
budgeted expenditures and revenues, respectively, related to salaries and benefits necessary to
implement the Agreement.
Financial Information
In Fiscal Year
Budget:
No
No Year: FY 2020/21 Amount: $1.54 million (revenues)
$1.7 million (expenditures)
Source of Funds:
Primarily RCA reimbursements (for its
share of costs) and RCTC sources (such
as Measure A, Local Transportation
Fund, Transportation Uniform
Mitigation Fees, Motorist Assistance
and other for RCTC’s share of new
positions)
Budget Adjustment:
Yes
Yes
GL/Project
Accounting No.:
XXXXXX 416 41608 0000 XXX 67 41608 $1,540,000 (revenues)
XXXXXX 60001 00000 0000 XXX 67 60001 $1,540,000 (expenditures)
001001 60001 00000 0000 101 1X 60001 $160,000 (expenditures)
Fiscal Procedures
Approved: Date: 11/04/2020
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Attachments:
1) FY 2020/21 Proposed Organization Chart & FY 2020/21 Current Organization Chart
2) FY 2020/21 Proposed Salary Ranges Schedule
3) New Classification Job Description (Draft) for the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive
Director
4) New Classification Job Descriptio n (Draft) for the Reserve Management/Monitoring
Manager
5) New Classification Job Descriptio n (Draft) for the Technical Information Program Manager
6) New Classification Job Descriptio n (Draft) for the Deputy Director of Financial
Administration
7) New Classification Job Descriptio n (Draft) for the Financial Administration Manager
8) Comparative Analysis of RCTC -RCA Classifications Submitted by Koff & Associates
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Executive DirectorExecutive DirectorExecutive Director
Deputy Executive DirectorDeputy Executive DirectorDeputy Executive Director
Chief Financial OfficerChief Financial OfficerChief Financial Officer
Planning &
Programming Director
Planning &
Programming Director External Affairs DirectorExternal Affairs DirectorMultimodal Services
Director
Multimodal Services
Director
Project Delivery DirectorProject Delivery Director Toll Program DirectorToll Program Director
Deputy Director
Finance
Deputy Director
Finance
Deputy Director
Finance
Procurement
Manager
Procurement
Manager
Procurement
Manager
Sr Admin AssistantSr Admin Assistant
(2 FTE)
Sr Admin Assistant
(2 FTE)
Sr Procurement
Analyst
Sr Procurement
Analyst
Sr Procurement
Analyst
Acctg SupervisorAcctg SupervisorAcctg Supervisor
AccountantAccountantAccountant
Sr Financial AnalystSr Financial AnalystSr Financial Analyst
Financial AnalystFinancial AnalystFinancial Analyst
Acctg TechnicianAcctg TechnicianAcctg Technician
Sr Office AssistantSr Office AssistantSr Office Assistant
Board ofBoard of
Commissioners
Board of
Commissioners
LegalLegal
Counsel
Legal
Counsel
Planning &
Programming
Manager
Planning &
Programming
Manager
Planning &
Programming
Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
(2 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst
(2 FTE)
HR AdministratorHR AdministratorHR Administrator
IT Administrator*IT Administrator*IT Administrator*
Facilities
Administrator
Facilities
Administrator
Facilities
Administrator
Rail ManagerRail ManagerRail Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Transit ManagerTransit ManagerTransit Manager
Capital Project
Manager
Capital Project
Manager
(4 FTE)*
Capital Project
Manager
(4 FTE)*
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
(3 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst
(3 FTE)
Right of Way
Manager
Right of Way
Manager
Right of Way
Manager
Public Affairs
Manager
Public Affairs
Manager
Public Affairs
Manager
Legislative Affairs
Manager
Legislative Affairs
Manager
Legislative Affairs
Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Commuter/Motorist
Assistance Manager
Commuter/Motorist
Assistance Manager
Commuter/Motorist
Assistance Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Records TechnicianRecords TechnicianRecords Technician
Capital Project
Manager
Capital Project
Manager
Capital Project
Manager
Toll Project ManagerToll Project ManagerToll Project Manager
Toll Ops ManagerToll Ops ManagerToll Ops Manager
Toll Technology
Manager
Toll Technology
Manager
Toll Technology
Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
(2 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst
(2 FTE)
Proposed FY20/21
Administrative Services
Manager/Clerk of the
Board
Administrative Services
Manager/Clerk of the
Board
Administrative Services
Manager/Clerk of the
Board
Acctg TechnicianAcctg TechnicianAcctg Technician
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
AccountantAccountantAccountant
Acctg TechnicianAcctg TechnicianAcctg Technician
Sr Management
Analyst (3 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst (3 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst (3 FTE)
Regional Conservation
Deputy Executive
Director
Regional Conservation
Deputy Executive
Director
Reserve Mgmnt/
Monitoring
Manager
Reserve Mgmnt/
Monitoring
Manager
Reserve Mgmnt/
Monitoring
Manager
Technical Info
Program Manager
Technical Info
Program Manager
Technical Info
Program Manager
Sr. Management
Analyst
Sr. Management
Analyst
Sr. Management
Analyst
Management
Analyst
Management
Analyst
Management
Analyst
Deputy Director ofDeputy Director of
Financial
Administration
Deputy Director of
Financial
Administration
Financial
Administration
Manager
Financial
Administration
Manager
Financial
Administration
Manager
ProcurementProcurement
Analyst
Procurement
Analyst
Admin AssistantAdmin AssistantAdmin Assistant
Acctg SupervisorAcctg SupervisorAcctg Supervisor
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst (2 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst (2 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst (2 FTE)
*Vacant and unfunded (1 FTE IT
Administrator, 2 FTE Capital Projects
Manager)
New positions shown in bold italics Acctg Assistant Acctg Assistant
(2 FTE)
Acctg Assistant
(2 FTE)
Notes: (1) Deputy Executive Director serving as RCTC’s Civil Rights
Officer (2) Deputy Director of Financial Administration serving as
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Liaison Officer (DBELO) and
reporting directly to Executive Director in that capacity.
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Executive DirectorExecutive Director
Deputy Executive DirectorDeputy Executive Director
Chief Financial OfficerChief Financial Officer Planning &
Programming Director
Planning &
Programming Director
External Affairs
Director
External Affairs
Director
Multimodal Services
Director
Multimodal Services
Director Project Delivery
Director
Project Delivery
Director Toll Program DirectorToll Program Director
Deputy Director FinanceDeputy Director Finance
Procurement
Manager
Procurement
Manager
Procurement
Manager
Sr Admin AssistantSr Admin Assistant
(2.0 FTE)
Sr Admin Assistant
(2.0 FTE)
Sr Procurement
Analyst
Sr Procurement
Analyst
Sr Procurement
Analyst
Acctg SupervisorAcctg Supervisor
Acctg Supervisor
AcountantAcountant
Acountant
Sr Financial AnalystSr Financial Analyst
Sr Financial Analyst
Financial AnalystFinancial Analyst
Financial Analyst
Acctg AssistantAcctg Assistant
(2.0 FTE)
Acctg Assistant
(2.0 FTE)
Acctg TechnicianAcctg Technician
Acctg Technician
Sr Office AssistantSr Office Assistant
Sr Office Assistant
Board ofBoard of
Commissioners
Board of
Commissioners
LegalLegal
Counsel
Legal
Counsel
Planning &
Programming
Manager
Planning &
Programming
Manager
Planning &
Programming
Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
(2.0 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst
(2.0 FTE)
HR AdministratorHR Administrator
HR Administrator
IT AdministratorIT Administrator
IT Administrator
Facilities
Administrator
Facilities
Administrator
Facilities
Administrator
Rail ManagerRail Manager
Rail Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Transit ManagerTransit Manager
Transit Manager
Capital Project
Manager
Capital Project
Manager
(4.0 FTE)
Capital Project
Manager
(4.0 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
(3.0 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst
(3.0 FTE)
Right of Way
Manager
Right of Way
Manager
Right of Way
Manager
Public Affairs
Manager
Public Affairs
Manager
Public Affairs
Manager
Legislative Affairs
Manager
Legislative Affairs
Manager
Legislative Affairs
Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Commuter/Motorist
Assistance Manager
Commuter/Motorist
Assistance Manager
Commuter/Motorist
Assistance Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
Records TechnicianRecords Technician
Records Technician
Capital Project
Manager
Capital Project
Manager
Capital Project
Manager
Toll Project ManagerToll Project Manager
Toll Project Manager
Toll Ops ManagerToll Ops Manager
Toll Ops Manager
Toll Technology
Manager
Toll Technology
Manager
Toll Technology
Manager
Sr Management
Analyst
Sr Management
Analyst
(2.0 FTE)
Sr Management
Analyst
(2.0 FTE)
CURRENT FY20/21
FY 20/21 Org Chart
Administrative
Services Manager/
Clerk of the Board
Acctg TechnicianAcctg Technician
Acctg Technician
Management
Analyst
Management
Analyst
Management
Analyst
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Rate Type
33 Accountant Monthly $6,300 $7,732 $8,505
17 Accounting Assistant Monthly $4,264 $5,233 $5,757
44 Accounting Supervisor Monthly $8,237 $10,109 $11,120
25 Accounting Technician Monthly $5,183 $6,361 $6,997
17 Administrative Assistant Monthly $4,264 $5,233 $5,757
51 Administrative Services Manager/Clerk of the Board Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
53 Capital Projects Manager Monthly $10,263 $12,595 $13,855
67 Chief Financial Officer Monthly $14,441 $17,722 $19,495
45 Clerk of the Board Monthly $8,443 $10,362 $11,398
51 Commuter/Motorist Assistance Manager Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
32 Deputy Clerk of the Board Monthly $6,147 $7,544 $8,298
57 Deputy Director of Finance Monthly $11,315 $13,886 $15,275
57 Deputy Director of Financial Administration Monthly $11,315 $13,886 $15,275
75 Deputy Executive Director Monthly $17,553 $21,542 $23,696
83 Executive Director Monthly $21,335 $26,184 $28,803
63 External Affairs Director Monthly $13,098 $16,075 $17,682
45 Facilities Administrator Monthly $8,443 $10,362 $11,398
53 Financial Administration Manager Monthly $10,263 $12,595 $13,855
35 Financial Analyst Monthly $6,615 $8,119 $8,931
51 Goods Movement Manager Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
45 Human Resources Administrator Monthly $8,443 $10,362 $11,398
45 IT Administrator Monthly $8,443 $10,362 $11,398
51 Legislative Affairs Manager Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
35 Management Analyst Monthly $6,615 $8,119 $8,931
63 Multimodal Services Director Monthly $13,098 $16,075 $17,682
63 Planning and Programming Director Monthly $13,098 $16,075 $17,682
51 Planning and Programming Manager Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
36 Procurement Analyst Monthly $6,777 $8,317 $9,149
53 Procurement Manager Monthly $10,263 $12,595 $13,855
67 Project Delivery Director Monthly $14,441 $17,722 $19,495
51 Public Affairs Manager Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
51 Rail Manager Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
17 Records Technician Monthly $4,264 $5,233 $5,757
67 Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director Monthly $14,441 $17,722 $19,495
53 Reserve Management/Monitoring Manager Monthly $10,263 $12,595 $13,855
53 Right of Way Manager Monthly $10,263 $12,595 $13,855
25 Senior Administrative Assistant Monthly $5,183 $6,361 $6,997
43 Senior Financial Analyst Monthly $8,041 $9,869 $10,855
43 Senior Management Analyst Monthly $8,041 $9,869 $10,855
13 Senior Office Assistant Monthly $3,868 $4,747 $5,222
43 Senior Procurement Analyst Monthly $8,041 $9,869 $10,855
45 Technical Information Program Manager Monthly $8,443 $10,362 $11,398
63 Toll Operations Manager Monthly $13,098 $16,075 $17,682
71 Toll Program Director Monthly $15,921 $19,539 $21,493
65 Toll Project Manager Monthly $13,753 $16,879 $18,566
53 Toll Technology Manager Monthly $10,263 $12,595 $13,855
51 Transit Manager Monthly $9,774 $11,995 $13,195
(1) Salary Ranges may be adjusted, as approved, by the Commission
Revised as of XX/XX/XXXX and adopted by the Commission as of XX/XX/XXXX
Riverside County Transportation Commission
Salary Range by Class Title
FY20/21 - Effective November 12, 2020
Salary
Range Class Title
Range
Minimum (1)
Control Point
(1)
Range
Maximum (1)
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC)
DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF FINANC IAL ADMINISTRATION
DEFINITION
Unde r general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing
difficult and complex professional and technical support related to procurement and contract administration
programs, risk management, the processing of regional conservation program/project financial transactions ,
and preparing and reconciling financial and accounting records and reports related to regional conservation
program/project budgeting, auditing, cost allocations, project accounting, and fin ancial reporting; performs
professional procurement administration work to ensure regulatory compliance with federal and state
requirements; performs professional analytical, budgetary, and fiscal duties; administers current and long-term
financial planning activities for regional conservation programs and projects; manages the effective use of
assigned resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides highly complex and
responsible support to the Chief Financial Officer in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Chief Financial Officer with cross -functional direction from the Regional
Conservation Deputy Executive Director. Exercises direct and general supervision over supervisory, professional,
technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a management classification that manages all financial administration activities. The incumbent organizes
and oversees day-to-day procurement, contract administration, risk management, and regional conservation
program financial processing, reporting, and record keeping activities. Responsibilities include performing
diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision -making responsibility.
The incumbent is responsible for providing professional-level support to the Chief Financial Officer and Regional
Conservation Deputy Executive Director in a variety of areas. Successful performance of the work requires an
extensive professional background as well as skill in coordinating program work. This class is distinguis hed from
the Chief Financial Officer in that the latter has overall responsibility for all functions of the Finance Department
and for developing, implementing, and interpreting public policy.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions
and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the
job.
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Deputy Director of Financial Administration
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Plans, manages, and participates in the operations and activities of regional conservation finance, budget,
and accounting functions.
Plans, manages, and participates in all procurement and contract administration functions.
Plans, manages, and participate s in all risk management functions.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the
department; recommends within policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels; implements approved
policies and p rocedures.
Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency
and effectiveness of financial administration , budget, and procurement and contract administration
methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and
internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and makes recommendations to
the Chief Financial Officer.
Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees
on performance issues; recommends discipline to the Chief Financial Officer.
Manages and participates in all activities related to regional conservation accounting and finance programs,
including accounts payable, accounts/grants receivable, collecting mitigation fees and preparing fee reports,
costs allocations, and project accounting; ensures appropriate internal controls are in place.
Manages and participates in all activities related to procurement and contract administration including
procurement planning and contract renewals in accordance with Commission policies and federal and state
regulations ; ensures appropriate internal controls are in place.
Manages and participates in all activities related to risk management including annual assessment of risk
management requirements and procurement of related policies.
Prepares and analyzes a variety of complex financial administration reports; assists in the preparation of
new-year, mid -year, year-end, quarterly, and special reports, including the regional conservation program
annual and quarterly financial statements.
Prepares the annual budget for regional conservation programs/projects; provides financial forecasting and
planning; develops and provides budget to Chief Financial Officer for final review and approval; tracks the
adopted budget and coordinates and prepares mid-year budget adjustments.
Assists in managing the annual audit including single audit and other audits associated with the regional
conservation programs/projects; provides expert assistance and information to outside auditors during
annual and mid-year audits, including answering questions, updating auditor system understanding forms,
gathering data, and compiling reports; disseminates audited financial statements to federal, state, and local
agencies as requested.
Assists in managing audits associated with procurement and contract administration; provides expert
assistance and information to auditors, including answering questions, gathering data, and compiling
reports.
Directs the maintenance and reconciliation of a variety of ledgers, reports, and accounting records related
to the regional conservation program; reviews and approves journal entries to post transactions to
accounting records.
Provides highly complex analytical, budgetary, and financial administration assistance to the Chief Financial
Officer; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends
modifications to assigned programs, policies, and procedures, as appropriate ; develops and reviews staff
reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; may present reports
to various committees and Commission.
In the absence of Chief Financial Officer, provides assistance and guidance to staff and other departments
related to financial administration issues, including but not limited to procurement and financial
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administration, risk management, and regional conservation program/projects; assists Chief Financial
Officer with review of various financial administration documents, such as agenda items and risk
management policies.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the
field s of public agency financial administration, budget, and procurement; research emerging products and
enhancements and their applicability to RCTC/RCA needs.
Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect assigned functions and operations;
implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional
manner; identifies and report findings and takes necessary corrective action.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, financial administration , and procurement
program development, implementation, and evaluation, and project management.
Principles and practices of public agency procurement, risk management, budget, and accounting functions,
including auditing, project accounting, revenue s and disbursements, financial statements, purchasing,
contract administration, and related functions.
Principles and practices of sound financial administration management policies and procedures.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and
evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned
area of responsibility.
Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of financial
administration programs and operational needs of the assigned department.
Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the financial
administration operations.
Record keeping principles and procedures.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing RCTC/RCA in contacts with governmental agencies, community
groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organization.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors,
contractors, and RCTC staff.
Ability to:
Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient services.
Manage and monitor complex programs and projects, on-time and within budget.
Effectively operate in a matrix -style organization.
Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff, train staff in work procedures.
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Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with f ederal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and
regulations.
Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
Analyze, interpre t, summarize , and present technical information and data in an effective manner.
Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare
effective technical staff reports.
Effectively represent the department and RCTC/RCA in meetings with governmental agencies, community
groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize
own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications
programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal
guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in
accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a closely relate d field and seven (7) years of
increasingly responsible professional public administration and procurement and contract administration and
management experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a
computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various RCTC meeting sites; vision to read printed materials
and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is
primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be
required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator
and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and
pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry,
push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
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This is primarily a sedentary classification and the employee works in an office environment with moderate
noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. The
employee interfaces with staff, management, other departmental representatives, transportation and
government officials, business representatives, and the general public in explaining RCTC policies and
procedures and requesting and providing information.
EFFECTIVE: November 12, 2020
REVISED:
FLSA: Exempt
PAY RANGE: (57) $11,315 - $15,275 per month
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
RESERVE MANAGEMENT/MONITORING MANAGER
DEFINITION
Unde r general supervision, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing
complex and professional analysis and implementation of the Western Riverside County Multiple Species
Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) and programs; provides technical and policy direction to staff, management,
consultants, contractors, and the Regional Conservation A uthority Board of Directors pertaining to MSHCP
implementation ; provides highly complex and responsible support to the Regional Conservation Deputy
Executive Director in areas of expertise; performs related work as required.
SUPERV ISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director. Exercises direct and
general supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a program management classification that manages all activities related to MSHCP implementation. The
incumbent organizes and oversees day-to-day development and management of MSHCP programs and
activities. Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant
accountability and decision-making responsibility. The incumbent is responsible for providing professional-level
support to the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director in a variety of areas. Successful performance
of the work requires an extensive professional background as well as skill in coordinating program work. This
class is distinguished from the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director in that the latter has
responsibility for assisting in the management of all functions of RCA .
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions
and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the
job.
Plans, organizes, and oversees the management and monitoring of all aspects of MSHCP including obtaining
rights of entry, monitoring funding sources available for reserve management and monitoring, preparing
budgets, and coordinating regional conservation space utilization; coordinates and participates in resolving
MSHCP implementation issues.
Drafts and updates policies and procedures relating to the implementation and administration of the MSCHP
in keeping with federal, state, and local laws and regulations; gathers comments relating from stakeholders,
state and federal agencies, and other interested parties, incorporating them into final drafts for the approval
of the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director.
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Reserve Management/Monitoring Manager
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Assists the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director in developing strategies for reserve
management and monitoring and use of reserves; gathers data, conducts analytical evaluations, and drafts
recommendations for the development of long-range planning such as expansion and growth forecasting.
Directs and guides the management and monitoring of the regional conservation reserve; directs the
establishment of systems for maintaining all property and facility space utilization inventories; coordinate s
and administers use of reserve lands.
Performs Joint Project Review and makes findings with regard to MSHCP consistency or inconsistency.
Strategizes and makes recommendations to bring projects into compliance with the MSHCP.
Prepare s, analyze s, and evaluate s a variety of legal, regulatory , and conservation reports, contracts, and
other agreements as required for interested parties; directs, coordinates, analyze s, and evaluate s regional
conservation mapping activities with geographic information systems (GIS) and related technical staff;
distributes regional conservation maps upon approval of the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive
Director.
Resolve s politically sensitive issues relating to activities of the MSHCP and regional conservation programs;
negotiate s with real property owners and developers regarding acquisition and rights -of-way/easements;
acts as liaison with public and private agencies; provides technical advice, information, and materials relating
to real property for use by legal counsel in court actions.
Plans, organizes, and manages projects to promote timely use of funds and adherence to program
guidelines, including federal regulations.
Attends and makes presentations to the RCA Board, the RCTC Commission, committee s, joint power
authorities , other governmental agencies, and at staff meetings; provides assistance and input at various
regional, state, and local public meetings in order to address regional conservation and MSHCP issues.
Researches and responds to inquiries and requests in support of public inquiries and of senior management
staff relating to regional conservation and MSHCP issues.
Participates in the development and implementation of regional conservation and MSHCP goals, objectives,
policies, and priorities; recommends within policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and
administers policies and procedures.
Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees
on performance issues; recommends discipline to the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director.
Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals and qualifications for professional services;
evaluates proposals and recommends project award; negotiates consultant contract scope, schedule, and
cost, and recommends approval of contracts; develops and reviews contract terms and amendments;
ensures contractor compliance with established standards and specifications and time and budget
estimates; reviews and updates deliverables; coordinates and reviews contract billings; analyzes and
resolves complex problems that may arise.
Interprets and applies federal and state guidelines to ensure compliance with program standards and
intergovernmental funding requirements, including updates to the MSHCP .
Manages, coordinates, and completes other special projects as assigned.
Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Administrative principles and practices related to the development, analysis, and evaluation of regional
conservation programs and operational needs of the assigned programs.
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Methods and procedures for conducting field studies and obtaining research data.
The natural history, conservation, preservation, wildlife habitat, and endangered species of Riverside
County.
Techniques and procedures of creating, modifying, and interpreting GIS maps.
Principles and practices of budget development and administration, contract administration, and sound
financial management policies and procedures.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and
evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures governing regional
conservation programs, including the California Environmental Quality Act and National Environmental
Policy Act .
Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the
implementation of assigned programs.
Record keeping principles and procedures.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing RCA and RCTC in contacts with governmental agencies, community
groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors,
contractors, and RCTC staff.
Ability to:
Manage MSHCP and related regional conservation activities and special projects involving participation by
diverse and varied interests.
Gather and compile facts and statistics in order to evaluate program effectiveness and forecasting.
Negotiate with real property owners and developers regarding acquisition and rights-of -way/easements.
Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff; train staff in work procedures.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with f ederal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and
regulations.
Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
Analyze, interpret, summarize and present technical information and data in an effective manner.
Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare
effective technical staff reports.
Effectively represent the RCA and RCTC in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and
various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize
own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications
programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal
guidelines.
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Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, ecology, natural resource management/analysis,
environmental studies, or a closely related field and seven (7) years of professional experience in natural
resource management, wildlife management, biological research, ecology, or habitat restoration.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a
computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various RCTC meeting sites; vision to read printed materials
and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is
primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be
required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator
and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and
pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry,
push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
This is primarily a sedentary classification and the employee works in an office environment with moderate
noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. The
employee interfaces with staff, management, other departmental representatives, transportation and
government officials, business representatives, and the general public in explaining RCTC policies and requesting
and providing information.
EFFECTIVE: November 12, 2020
REVISED:
FLSA: Exempt
PAY RANGE: (53) $10,263 - $13,855 per month
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
TECHNICAL INFORMATION PROGRAM MANAGER
DEFINITION
Unde r general direction , plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and supervises information technology (IT) and
geographic information system (GIS) programs and operations as it relates to the regional conservation
program; coordinates IT and GIS activities with regional conservation permittees, contractors, and outside
agencies; provides highly complex and responsible support to the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive
Director in areas of expertise; performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director. Exercises direct and
general supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a program management classification that manages all activities related to the regional conservation
program administration of IT and GIS programs and operations. The incumbent organizes and oversees
administration of IT and GIS service contracts, as well as t he day-to-day supervision of staff responsible for the
operation and maintenance of IT and GIS databases and systems as it relates to the regional conservation
program. Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant
accountability and decision-making responsibility. The incumbent is responsible for providing professional-level
support to the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director in a variety of areas. Successful performance
of the work requires an extensive professional background as well as skill in coordinating program work. This
class is distinguished from the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director in that the latter has
responsibility for assisting in the management of all functions of the Regional Conservation Authority (RCA).
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions
and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the
job.
Plans, organizes, manages, and administers all IT and GIS programs and operations of RCA in accordance
with contract agreements and agency policies and procedures.
Directs and manage s the evaluation, selection, and procurement of hardware and operating systems
software; reviews and evaluate s application software packages recommended by contractors and
consultants; researches, evaluate s, recommends, and implements technical products available on the
market to facilitate IT and GIS enhancements to meet regional conservation requirements.
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Technical Information Program Manager
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Oversees within the regional conservation program the development of consultant requests for proposals
and qualifications for professional services; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; negotiates
consultant contract scope, schedule , and cost, and recommends approval of contracts; develops and reviews
contract terms and amendments; reviews and updates deliverables; coordinates and reviews contract
billings; analyzes and resolves complex problems that may arise.
Ensures contractors maintain systems and applications related to baseline service needs in accordance with
contractual provisions and compliance with RCTC standards and specifications.
Serves as a liaison with regulatory or judicial and regulatory agencies, such as the federal and superior courts,
United States Department of Fish and Wildlife Services, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife,
contractors, consultants, permittees, and IT and GIS users regarding regional conservation matters.
Promotes regional conservation programs and efforts through creation, enhancement, and maintenance of
the RCA website and other media.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for IT and
GIS programs and services as it relates to the regional conservation program; recommends within policy,
appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees
on performance issues; recommends discipline to the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director.
Participates in the development and administration of the program’s annual budget; monitors and approves
expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
Develops, maintains, and reviews staff reports and other relevant documents related to regional
conservation IT and GIS programs and activities.
Develops Annual Report, including collection, compilation, and computation of data from Member Agencies;
Performs rough step analysis and tracks habitat gains and losses;
Attends and may make presentations to the RCA Board, the RCTC Commission, committee s, joint power
authorities , other governmental agencies, and at staff meetings.
Researches and responds to inquiries and requests in support of public inquiries and of senior management
staff relating to IT and GIS issues.
Manages, coordinates, and completes other special projects as assigned.
Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and
evaluation, and project management.
Principles and procedures as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of IT and GIS programs
and operational needs of the assigned programs.
GIS concepts and analytical techniques, including computerized mapping and digital data conversion,
manipulation, and analysis.
Technology, hardware and software, and platforms related to GIS systems
Operational characteristics of a diverse range of IT systems, applications, and tools.
Operational relationships between operating systems, relational database s, and components of information
technology infrastructure .
Basic principles of surveying.
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Principles and practices of budget development and administration, contract administration, and sound
financial management policies and procedures.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and
evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures related to area of
responsibility .
Recent and ongoing developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the
implementation of assigned programs.
Record keeping principles and procedures.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing RCA and RCTC in contacts with governmental agencies, community
groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors,
contractors, and RCTC staff.
Ability to:
Manage and monitor IT and GIS service contracts and ensure contract services are provided in accordance
with contractual provisions and compliance with RCTC standards and specifications.
Perform analyses of IT and GIS informational requirements and needs; identify, evaluate, and solve IT and
GIS problems; recommend, design, and implement new, enhanced, or modified tools and applications.
Work collaboratively with contractors and staff to identify and implement IT an d GIS technology solutions
for business process improvements and efficiencies.
Participate in IT and GIS database and systems development, installation, and conversion projects.
Identify, research, and recommend cost-effective information technology solutions.
Prepare clear and concise technical documentation, user procedures, and other written materials.
Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff; train staff in work procedures.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with f ederal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and
regulations.
Analyze, interpret, summarize and present technical information and data in an effective manner.
Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare
effective technical staff reports.
Effectively represent the RCA and RCTC in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and
various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize
own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications
programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal
guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Education and Experience:
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Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, geographic information systems,
land surveying, geography, cartography, public or business administration, or a closely related field and seven
(7) years of professional experience in IT or GIS project/program management, including leading and/or
coordinating systems analysis, applicat ions programming, and/or network or database administration.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a
computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various RCTC meeting sites; vision to read printed materials
and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is
primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be
required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator
and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and
pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry,
push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
This is primarily a sedentary classification and the employee works in an office environment with moderate
noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. The
employee interfaces with staff, management, other departmental representatives, transportation and
government officials, business representatives, and the general public in explaining RCTC policies and requesting
and providing information.
EFFECTIVE: November 12, 2020
REVISED:
FLSA: Exempt
PAY RANGE: (45) $8,443 - $11,398 per month
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REGIONAL CONSERVATION DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DEFINITION
Under administrative and general policy direction, provides highly responsible and complex management
assistance to the Executive Director, Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) Commission , and RCA
Board of Directors in coordinating and directing Regional Conservation A uthority (RCA) activities and operations;
assists the Executive Director in executing the long-term vision for RCA in collaboration with the RCTC
Commission , RCA Board of Directors, management, and staff ; provides leadership to RCA to enable
management to effectively and efficiently maximize available resources; fosters cooperative working
relation ships among RCA and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private
groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the Executive Director in areas of
expertise; performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Re ceives administrative and general policy direction from the Executive Director. The work provides for a wide
variety of independent decision-making, within legal and general policy and regulatory guidelines. Exercises
general direction and supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative
support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This executive management classification oversees, directs, and participates in all activities of RCA’s operations,
including short- and long-term planning, policy development and administration, and enforcing policies and
procedures. The incumbent regularly interacts with the Executive Director, RCTC Commission, RCA Board of
Directors, management, and staff in obtaining and coordinating programs, projects, and information. Successful
performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement
projects and programs in a variety of areas. Responsibilities include coordinating activities between RCA and
RCTC and managing and overseeing co mplex and varied conservation programs, projects, and activities. The
incumbent is accountable for accomplishing RCA -wide planning and operational goals and objectives within
general policy guidelines.
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions
and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the
job.
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Assists the Executive Director in planning, organizing, and directing the services and activities of RCA
programs and projects; manages various regional conservation programs and projects through lower-level
management staff.
Implements directives and policies from the Executive Director; provides guidance and direction to program
managers to coordinate and direct regional conservation programs and projects; ensures the successful
completion of programs and projects.
Contributes to the overall quality of RCA’s service provision by developing, reviewing, and implementing
policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and RCA’s needs; monitors and evaluates the efficiency
and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of
work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement;
provides leadership in the operation of a matrix-style organization; directs the implementation of change
and ensures effectively and timely organization -wide communication programs are implemented.
Manages and participates in the development and administration of assigned budgets; directs the forecast
of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and
approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
Assists in directing the short- and long-term range planning process for RCA including administrating and
implementing the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP);
establishes program objectives and directs program managers in achievement of strategic priorities.
Prepares MSHCP users’ manual; oversees data management of the MSHCP geographic information system,
monitoring program, and reserve managers' activities on conservation area lands.
Negotiates and executes cooperative contracts and agreements with outside agencies and private parties;
ensures compliance with all requirements imposed on RCA under agreements and contracts executed with
federal, state, and local agencies.
Confers regularly with regional conservation members on assignments and conservation projects.
Monitors the Joint Project/Acquisition Review Process; form s the Reserve Management Oversight
Committee; reports discrepancies between reported land development and fee remittances to individual
jurisdictions; selects and oversees independent Science Advisors.
Selects, trains, motivates, and directs department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability
and conformance with department standards; works with employees on performance issues; implements
discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
Represents RCA and RCTC at various regional conservation meetings with federal and state agencies,
member agencies, consultants, contractors, interest groups, and the general public, and at public
information workshops.
Serves as the primary media contact for RCA; determines and advises on public outreach messaging
strategies.
Reviews and approves monthly agenda items prepared by program staff and consultant staff.
Reviews the performance of key management positions, as directed by the Executive Director.
Participates on the Executive Management Team providing input on implementation of the goals, policies,
and directives of the RCA Board of Directors and RCTC Commission; provides input on project and program
issues, policy , and strategic direction.
Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports
on special projects as assigned by the Executive Director.
Serves as primary contact for RCTC Commissioners and RCA Board of Directors regarding RCA matters.
Conducts a variety of organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications
to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
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Participates on and makes presentations to the RCA Board, RCTC Commission , and a variety of boards and
committees; represents RCA and RCTC on various intergovernmental committees, task forces, and
commissions pertaining to agency management and assigned program matters; attends and participates in
professional group meetings.
Monitors changes in laws, regulations, innovations, and technology that may affect RCA programs and
projects ; implements policy and procedural changes as required.
Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and
alternative recommendations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and
evaluation, and supervision of staff, providing leadership within a matrix-style organization either directly
or through subordinate levels of supervision.
Public agency budgetary, contract administration, and agency-wide administrative practices related to the
functions of the assigned area.
Business strategies associated with the successful operation of revenue -generating programs.
Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs,
policies, procedures, and operational needs.
Principles, practices, and techniques used in the conduct of an effective regional conservation programs,
including program planning processes, land use and environmental review, funding requirements, and
contract management.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and
procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and
evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Technical, legal, financial, and public relations issues associated with the management of RCA programs.
Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business
correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and
procedures.
Record keeping principles and procedures.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing RCA and RCTC in contacts with governmental agencies, community
groups, various business, professional, educational, and regulatory organizations, and the public.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors,
contractors, and staff.
Ability to:
Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for
RCA and assigned program areas.
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Work cooperatively with, provide staff support to, and implement the policies of the RCTC Executive Director
and Commission.
Provide leadership and direction for RCA programs and effectively lead and manage within a matrix-style
organization.
Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate resources in a cost-effective manner.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules,
regulations, policies, and procedures.
Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, technical, and
office support staff; delegate authority and responsibility.
Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements and ensure compliance with
stipulations; effectively administer a variety of regional conservation programs and administrative activities.
Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent RCA and RCTC in meetings with governmental
agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative
organizations.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare
effective technical staff reports.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize
own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate office equipment and computer applications related to the work.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal
guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, environmental science, e ngineering,
planning, or a closely related field and ten (10) years of broad and progressively responsible administrative
and/or management experience in regional conservation program planning, development, and implementation.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a
computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various RCA/RCTC meeting sites; vision to read printed
materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be
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required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator
and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and
pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry,
push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
This is primarily a sedentary classification and the employee works in an office environment with moderate
noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. The
employee interfaces with staff, management, other departmental representatives, transportation and
government officials, business representatives, and the general public in explaining RCTC policies and requesting
and providing information.
EFFECTIVE: November 12, 2020
REVISED:
FLSA: Exempt
PAY RANGE: (67) $14,441 - $19,495 per month
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FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
DEFINITION
Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing
complex professional and technical support related to accounting, budget, finance, and financial reporting
related to the regional conservation program; ensures adherence to financial and accounting, standards, policy ,
and procedural requirements; provides highly complex and responsible support to the Deputy Director of
Financial Administration in areas of expertise; performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Deputy Director of Financial Administration with cross-functional direction
from the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director. Exercises direct and general supervision over
professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a management classification that manages all activities related to the regional conservation accounting
and finance program. The incumbent organizes and oversees day-to-day operations, program analyses and
management, and reporting activities. Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex
work involving significant accountability and decision -making responsibility. The incumbent is responsible for
providing professional-level support to the Deputy Director of Finance Administration and Regional
Conservation Deputy Executive Director in a variety of areas. Successful performance of the work requires an
extensive professional background. This class is distinguished from the Deputy Director of Finance
Administration in that the latter has full management authority in planning, organizing, and directing the full
scope of financial administration functions including procurement and contract administration, risk
management, and regional conservation program.
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions
and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the
job.
Plans, oversees, and participates in the daily functions, operations, and activities of the regional
conservation finance and accounting programs.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, procedures, and priorities for
regional conservation finance and accounting programs; recommends within policy, appropriate service,
and staffing levels; implements policies and procedures.
Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of regional conservation program budgets.
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Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency
and effectiveness of programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; identifies opportunities for
improvement and makes recommendations to the Deputy Director of Financial Administration .
Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees
on performance issues; recommends discipline to the Deputy Director of Financial Administration .
Manages and coordinates all activities related to regional conservation accounting, budget, and finance
programs , including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts/grants receivable, Multi-Species Habitat
Conservation Plan (MSHCP) fee collections , audits, budgeting, capital assets, cost allocations, project
accounting, financial analysis and reporting, and bank reconciliation ; prepares written justification for
budget proposals and recommends actions to balance the budget; authorizes payment vouchers,
requisitions, and a variety of fiscal reports and expenditures; assists with audits; ensures appropriate
internal controls are in place.
Manages and coordinates the preparation and analysis of a variety of regional conservation accounting,
budgetary, and financial reports, statements, and schedules; prepares the new-year, mid -year, year-end,
quarterly, and special reports, including financial statements, budget, and MSHCP fee reports.
Provides highly complex staff assistance to the Deputy Director of Financial Administration ; develops and
reviews staff reports, and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services;
presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.
Provides highly complex staff assistance to the Regional Conservation Deputy Executive Director in
administrative policy, control, implementation, and strategy for the regional conservation
program/projects.
Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends
modifications to assigned programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the
field s of finance, accounting, and financial administration; research emerging products and enhancements
and their applicability to RCTC/RCA needs.
Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect assigned functions and operations;
implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional
manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, accounting and finance program
development, implementation, and evaluation and project management.
Principles and practices of public agency finance, including general and governmental accounting, auditing,
and reporting and budget programs.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and
evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned
area of responsibility.
Recent and on-going developments, current literature, and sources of information related to the accounting
and finance programs and financial administration operations.
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Record keeping principles and procedures.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing RCTC/RCA in contacts with governmental agencies, community
groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors,
contractors, and RCTC staff.
Ability to:
Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient services.
Manage and monitor program and projects, on-time and within budget.
Effectively operate in a matrix -style organization.
Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff, train staff in work procedures.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with f ederal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and
regulations.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present technical information and data in an effective manner.
Conduct research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective
technical staff reports.
Effectively represent the department and RCTC/RCA in meetings with governmental agencies, community
groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize
own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications
programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal
guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in
accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a closely related field and five (5) years of increasingly
re sponsible professional public accounting, financial, and/or budget program management.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a
computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various RCTC/RCA meeting sites; vision to read printed
materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be
required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator
and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and
pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry,
push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
This is primarily a sedentary classification and the employee works in an office environment with moderate
noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. The
employee interfaces with staff, management, other departmental representatives, transportation and
government officials, business representatives, and the general public in explaining RCTC/RCA policies and
requesting and providing information.
EFFECTIVE: November 12, 2020
REVISED:
FLSA: Exempt
PAY RANGE: (53) $10,263 - $13,855 per month
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2835 7th Street, Berkeley, California 94710, 510.658.5633, Fax 510.652.5633, www.KoffAssociates.com
Submitted By:
Koff & Associates
Georg Krammer
Chief Executive Officer
2835 7th Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
www.KoffAssociates.com
gkrammer@koffassociates.com
Tel: 510.658.5633
Fax: 510.652.5633
Submittal date: 09/04/20
REPORT OF THE
COMPARATIVE
ANALYSIS OF RCTC-
RCA CLASSIFICATIONS
Riverside County Transportation Commission
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OVERVIEW
In July 2020, Riverside County Transportation Commission (“RCTC”) contacted Koff & Associates (“K&A”)
to conduct a comparative analysis of their classifications and Western Riverside County Regional
Conservation Authority (“RCA”) classifications. The goal of the study was to identify similarities and
differences in the duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities between the classifications of each agency using
the whole job analysis; and to make recommendations on placement of RCA’s classifications in RCTC’s
classification and compensation structures.
STUDY PROCESS
The classification study procedures were as follows:
A meeting was held with RCTC to clarify study scope, objectives, processes, and deliverables, as
well as to gather information including copies of RCTC and RCA’s classification descriptions,
organization charts, and current salary ranges.
Consultant staff reviewed and analyzed the documentation.
Following the analysis of the information, the results of the comparison was developed.
DATA AND ANALYSIS
The classifications were compared based on several factors including:
Definition and typical job functions;
Distinguishing characteristics; level within a class series (i.e. entry, journey, advanced journey,
supervisory, manager, department head, etc.);
Reporting relationship structure (for example, manages through lower-level staff);
Education and experience requirements;
Knowledge, abilities, and skills required to perform the work;
The scope and complexity of the work;
Independence of action/responsibility;
The authority delegated to make decisions and take action;
The responsibility for the work of others, project/program administration, and for budget dollars;
Problem solving/ingenuity;
Contacts with others (both inside and outside of the organization); and
Consequences of action and decisions.
The following table summarizes the comparison between the classifications. A detailed table can be found
in Appendix I.
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Table 1. Summary of RCTC and RCA Classifications
Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Executive Director RCA Director Bachelor's
degree
6 years of public sector management
experience, including 3 years at an
executive management level
Board of Directors Exempt
Deputy Executive
Director
RCTC Executive
Management
Bachelor’s
degree
10 years of broad and progressively
responsible professional administrative
and supervisory experience in planning
and program management
Executive Director Exempt
Toll Program Director RCTC Executive
Management
Bachelor’s
degree
10 years of extensive and progressively
responsible experience in transportation
project development, delivery, and
program/project management is required,
with at least 4 years in a management
capacity
Executive Director Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Deputy Executive
Director
RCA Deputy Director Bachelor’s
degree
Substantial experience in administrative
analysis, budget analysis, or the
development of financing programs,
includes program management across
multiple jurisdictions, departments, or
similarly organized administrative
structures is preferred. Qualifying
experience may substitute for the required
education on the basis of one year of full-
time experience equaling 30 semesters of
45 quarter units of the required education
Executive Director Exempt
Multimodal Services
Director
RCTC Executive
Management
Bachelor’s
degree
10 years of broad and progressively
responsible experience in transportation
project development, delivery, and
program/project management, with at
least 6 years of supervisory experience
Deputy Executive
Director
Exempt
Planning and Program
Director
RCTC Executive
Management
Bachelor’s
degree
10 years of extensive and progressively
responsible experience in transportation
project development, delivery, and
program/project management is required,
with at least 4 years in a management
capacity
Deputy Executive
Director
Exempt
External Affairs Director RCTC Executive
Management
Bachelor’s
degree
10 years of professional experience in
legislative research, analysis, evaluation,
and advocacy at the state and/or federal
level or a related field, including at 6 years
in a management capacity
Deputy Executive
Director
Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Director of
Administrative Services
RCA Professional level
administrative
support
Bachelor’s
degree
Substantial experience which must include
at least two of the following functions:
*Gathering and compiling facts and
statistics in order to evaluate program
effectiveness; recommending program
revisions; preparing and reviewing
program grant and funding requests;
preparing and maintaining a program
budget.
*Maintaining and controlling the fiscal
recordkeeping functions and systems in a
department, division, unit, or company
accounting function; preparing and
verifying a variety of accounting,
statistical, and narrative reports.
*Coordinating and conducting studies of
administrative and operational activities,
including fiscal operations, budget
preparation and control, equipment usage,
staffing patterns, workflow and space
utilization.
Executive Director Exempt
Non-Comparable RCTC
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Administrative Manager
(Board Services)
RCA Journey level
Manager
Associate or
Bachelor’s
degree
3 years of administrative management
experience, which must have included
responsibility for development of
organizational policies and procedures, or
researching and conducting complex
analysis of legislation and government
policy
Director of
Administrative Services
Exempt
Administrative Manager-
Clerk of the Board
RCTC Management and
Administrative
duties
Bachelor’s
degree
5 years of broad and increasingly
responsible experience in administrative
services, contracts administration, records
management, or related areas
Deputy Executive
Director
Exempt
Deputy Clerk of the
Board
RCTC Variety of complex
administrative,
clerical,
organizational, and
office support
duties
Equivalent to
the
completion of
the twelfth
(12th) grade
5 years of varied administrative support
experience involving the use of
computerized information systems and
office technology products
Administrative Manager
– Clerk of the Board
Non-
Exempt
Administrative Manager
(Fiscal)
RCA Journey level
Manager
Associate or
Bachelor’s
degree
3 years of administrative management
experience, which must have included
responsibility for financial planning and
analysis, budget, grant and contract
development and administration,
development of organizational policies
and procedures, or researching and
conducting complex analysis of legislation
and government policy
Director of
Administrative Services
Exempt
Accounting Supervisor RCTC Full supervisory
level
Associate
degree
5 or more years of increasingly responsible
technical accounting experience,
preferably in municipal accounting
Deputy Director of
Finance
Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Chief of Technical
Information
RCA Advanced Journey
level Manager
Bachelor’s
degree
4 years of progressively responsible
experience in an administrative or staff
capacity with responsibility for planning,
organizing, and implementing I T and/or
GIS programs and projects, including
leading and/or coordinating staff
performing systems analysis, applications
programming, and/or network or database
administration
Director of
Administrative Services
Exempt
IT Administrator RCTC Diverse, specialized
technical work
Bachelor’s
degree
At least 5 years of progressively
responsible IT project management,
computer systems operation,
programming and/or systems analysis
experience
Administrative Services
Manager-Clerk of the
Board
Exempt
GIS/IT Database Manager RCA Advanced level
Manager
Bachelor’s
degree
4 years of successful journey-level, GIS or
IT job-related experience with 2 of those
years, including supervisory or lead duties,
over staff engaged in technically advanced
GIS or IT-related work
Chief Technical
Operation
Exempt
Senior Management
Analyst-Toll Program
RCTC Advanced Journey
level
Bachelor’s
degree
Minimum of 5 years of professional
experience involving complex principles
and practices of systems, operations or
project development and knowledge of
complex analytical principles
Toll Operations Manager Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Supervising Accountant
(C)
RCA Supervisory Bachelor’s
degree or CPA
or Certified
Internal
Auditor
OPTION I-2 years as a professional
accountant or auditor equivalent to a
County of Riverside Accountant II
performing the full range of journey level
accounting or auditing assignments.
OPTION II-2 years as a professional
accountant or auditor equivalent to a
County of Riverside Accountant II
performing the full range of journey level
accounting or auditing assignments.
OPTION III-1-year equivalent to a County
of Riverside Senior Accountant which
included acting in a lead capacity over
accounting and clerical staff performing
complex technical accounting or auditing
work.
Administrative Manager
(Fiscal)
Exempt
Accountant RCTC Journey-Level
Professional
Bachelor’s
degree
3 years of responsible professional
accounting experience, preferably in the
public sector. Additional experience can
substitute for the required education on a
year-for-year basis.
Accounting Supervisor Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Accounting Technician II RCA Paraprofessional
accounting work
See
Experience
Requirements
1 year as an Accounting Technician I or
Supervising Accounting Assistant with the
County of Riverside or an equivalent
position OR 4 years of experience in the
maintenance and review of fiscal, financial
or statistical records including 1 year in the
reconciliation of accounts (experience in
reconciling governmental budget accounts
is preferred). 1 year of the required non-
specialized experience may be substituted
as follows:
• 1 year of the required non-specialized
experience may be substituted with
the completion of 12 semester or 18
quarter units in accounting from an
accredited college or university.
• All required experience may be
substituted with a Bachelor of
Arts/Science degree in Business
Administration with an emphasis in
Accounting from an accredited
college or university.
Supervising Accountant Non-
Exempt
Accounting Technician
(General)
RCTC Advanced Journey
level
Completion of
12th grade
5 years of general accounting experience,
preferably in municipal accounting
Accounting Supervisor Non-
Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Secretary II RCA Secretarial and
complex clerical
See
Experience
Requirements
1 year as Secretary I with Riverside County
OR
3 years of stenographic or increasingly
responsible, broad and varied clerical
experience, 1 year of which must have
been in a secretarial or stenographic
capacity performing a wide range of
complex clerical or stenographic duties.
Substitution: Completion of 18 semester
or 27 quarter units from a recognized
college or 360 hours of training from a
recognized occupational training program
in secretarial sciences, office practices,
business education, or a closely related
field may be substituted for 1 year of
nonspecialized clerical experience
Administrative Manager
(Board Manager)
Non-
Exempt
Administrative Assistant RCTC Administrative
support
Completion of
12th grade
3 years of office support and public
contact experience
Office and Board Services
Manager
Non-
Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Director of Land
Acquisition
RCA Assistant Director
level
Bachelor’s
degree
Gathering and compiling facts and
statistics in order to evaluate program
effectiveness and forecasting; preparing
and reviewing contractual and regulatory
documents; composing and maintaining
complex program records and systems
applications; coordinating and conducting
program activities, including personal
negotiation with real property owners and
developers regarding acquisition and
rights-of-way/easements; in effective and
efficient land acquisition and utilization in
Riverside County
Deputy Executive
Director
Exempt
Right of Way Manager RCTC Program
management
Bachelor’s
degree
7 years of professional experience in ROW
and real property program management,
including real estate appraisals,
acquisitions, and asset/property
management, as well as experience
related to public improvement projects
and expertise in California Department of
Transportation (Caltrans), Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA), and Federal
Transit Agency (FTA) processes,
procedures, and regulations
Project Delivery Director Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Land Acquisition Analyst RCA Journey level class Bachelor’s
degree
Substantial experience must include all of
the following functions: Gathering and
compiling facts and statistics in order to
evaluate program effectiveness;
recommending program revisions;
preparing and reviewing program grant
and funding requests; coordinating and
conducting studies relating to land
acquisition, related administrative and
operational activities, and due diligence
procedures
Director of Land
Acquisition
Exempt
Senior Management
Analyst-Right of Way
RCTC Advanced Journey
level in
Management
Analyst series
Bachelor’s
degree
5 years of professional experience in ROW
activities, preferably in highway, rail, and
other transportation modes
Right of Way Manager Exempt
Senior Real Property
Agent
RCA Advanced Journey
level in Real
Property Agency
series
Bachelor’s
degree
3 years of experience in the appraisal and
negotiation for the acquisition of real
property and rights-of-way, or negotiation,
preparation, and management of complex
leasing agreements and facility space
utilization and allocation management.
Land Acquisition Analyst Exempt
Senior Management
Analyst-Right of Way
RCTC Advanced Journey
level in
Management
Analyst series
Bachelor’s
degree
5 years of professional experience in ROW
activities, preferably in highway, rail, and
other transportation modes
Right of Way Manager Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
Director of Reserve
Management/Monitoring
RCA Professional level
class
Bachelor’s
degree
Substantial experience in: 1) gathering and
compiling facts and statistics in order to
evaluate program effectiveness and
forecasting; 2) preparing and reviewing
contractual and regulatory documents; 3)
composing and maintaining complex
program records and systems applications;
4) coordinating and conducting program
activities, including personal negotiation
with real property owners and developers
regarding acquisition and rights-of
way/easements; 5) effective and efficient
land acquisition and utilization in Riverside
County
Deputy Executive
Director
Exempt
Non-Comparable RCTC
Ecological Resources
Specialist
RCA Journey level Bachelor’s
degree
Option 1:
1 year as an Ecological Resource Specialist
I with the County of Riverside
Option 2:
2 years of professional experience in
research techniques, surveys, and
statistical methods, preferably in ecology,
natural resources, or environmental
studies, with a minimum of 1 year in field
work experience in natural resource
management, wildlife management,
biological research, ecology, or habitat
restoration performing professional field
staff support duties for the management
of wildlife habitats, restoration of native
habitat through re-vegetation, conducting
Director of Reserve
Management/Monitoring
Exempt
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Classification Agency Class Summary Education Experience Accountable To FLSA
biological surveys of plant and animal
species, or similar activities. (Completion
of graduate level courses from an
accredited college or university in
biological sciences, ecology, natural
resource management/analysis,
environmental studies, or a closely related
field to the assignment may substitute for
the required non-field experience on the
basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units
equaling one year of the required non-
field experience.)
Non-Comparable RCTC
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RECOMMENDATIONS
In reviewing and analyzing RCTC’s and RCA’s classification descriptions and organization charts, and applying the whole job analysis factors, K&A
recommends the following general alignment of classifications between the two agencies:
RCA RCA
Maximum
Salary
RCTC RCTC
Maximum
Salary
% Adjustment
(Based on Top
Step Salary)
Executive Director1 $23,066 • Deputy Executive Director
• Toll Program Director
$21,957 -4.8%
Deputy Executive Director2 $17,338 • External Affairs Director
• Multimodal Services Director
• Planning and Programming Director
$17,184
$17,184
$17,184
-0.9%
-0.9%
-0.9%
Director of Administrative Services3 $14,243 N/C – Recommend alignment with Director of Land
Acquisition (equivalent to RCTC ROW Manager)
$13,464 -5.5%
Administrative Manager (Board Services)4 $10,363 Administrative Services Manager – Clerk of the Board &
Deputy Clerk of the Board
$10,444 0.8%
Administrative Manager (Fiscal) $10,363 Accounting Supervisor $10,807 4.3%
Chief of Technical Information $13,725 IT Administrator $11,077 -19.3%
GIS/IT Database Manager $11,169 Senior Management Analyst – Toll Program $10,549 -5.6%
Supervising Accountant $7,307 Accountant $8,266 13.1%
Accounting Technician II $5,615 Accounting Technician $6,800 21.1%
Secretary II $4,817 Administrative Assistant $5,595 16.2%
Director of Land Acquisition $14,243 Right of Way Manager $13,464 -5.5%
Land Acquisition Analyst5 $11,827 Senior Management Analyst – Right of Way $10,549 -10.8%
Senior Real Property Agent5 $7,637 Senior Management Analyst – Right of Way $10,549 38.1%
Director of Reserve Management/Monitoring6 $14,243 N/C – Recommend alignment with Director of Land
Acquisition (equivalent to RCTC ROW Manager)
$13,464 -5.5%
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RCA RCA
Maximum
Salary
RCTC RCTC
Maximum
Salary
% Adjustment
(Based on Top
Step Salary)
Ecological Resources Specialist6 $11,827 N/C – Recommend alignment with Senior Management
Analyst
$10,549 -10.8%
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1- RCA’s Executive Director is assigned responsibility for administering and implementing the
Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP), providing staff
liaison with federal, state and local agencies and negotiating cooperative contracts and
agreements with outside agencies and private parties. The MSHCP strengthens the sustainability
and quality of life in Western Riverside County by alleviating traffic congestion, protecting natural
resources and improving air quality. The MSHCP provides Endangered Species Act coverage under
a single permit for critical wildlife areas, which helps accelerate the construction of freeway and
road projects by as much as five years, saving taxpayers more than $500 million. Acquiring reserve
lands is RCA’s core activity. RCA also:
a. Manages the lands it acquires to ensure animals and plants thrive;
b. Monitors “habitat loss” and the behavior and welfare of protected plants and animals;
c. Reviews applications for infrastructure or development projects; and
d. Publishes an annual report.
RCTC’s Executive Director will assume responsibility for and direct all MSHCP
programs/projects/operations and be accountable to RCA’s Board of Directors; and RCTC’s
Deputy Executive Director will assume responsibility for RCA’s administrative, financial, budgeting
and contract and procurement functions. RCA’s Executive Director will retain responsibility for
administering and implementing the MSCHP.
In terms of scope of responsibility, complexity of work, consequence of error and related whole
job analysis factors, K&A found that there are aspects of RCA’s Executive Director’s position that
is comparable to RCTC’s Deputy Executive Director and aspects of the position that are
comparable to RCTC’s Toll Program Director. Thus, K&A recommends alignment of RCA’s
Executive Director to a salary range that is the based on the average of the top monthly salaries
of RCTC’s Deputy Executive Director and Toll Program Director. The RCTC Maximum Salary
reported is the average of the maximum salaries for the Deputy Executive Director and Toll
Program Director.
2- Currently RCA’s Deputy Executive Director classification is vacant. Based on analysis of the whole
job factors, K&A found that the scope of responsibility, impact of program, consequence of error,
reporting relationship, supervisory responsibilities, decision-making authority, complexity of work
and related factors are comparable to RCTC’s Director of External Affairs, Multimodal Services
Director and Planning and Programming Director.
3- K&A was not able to identify a comparable classification at RCTC for RCA’s Director of
Administrative Services. K&A recommends that the Director be aligned with the RCA Director of
Land Acquisition (comparable to RCTC’s ROW Manager).
4- K&A found that RCA’s Administrative Manager (Board Services) is comparable to a hybrid of the
Administrative Services Manager – Clerk of the Board and Deputy Clerk of the Board. This hybrid
is a span in scope hybrid meaning that RCTC has one class that is “bigger” in scope and
responsibility (Administrative Services Manager – Clerk of the Board) and one class that is
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“smaller” (Deputy Clerk of the Board), where RCA’s class falls in between the two RCTC
classifications. The RCTC Maximum Salary reported is the average of the maximum salaries for the
Administrative Services Manager – Clerk of the Board and Deputy Clerk of the Board.
If the board services function at RCA is transitioned to the Clerk of the Board’s Office at RCTC,
then the Administrative Services Manager – Clerk of the Board at RCTC will retain full
management responsibility for the Office including managing preparation of Board of Director
meeting agendas and overseeing official records maintenance. RCA’s Administrative Manager
(Board Services) would then report to the Administrative Services Manager – Clerk of the Board
and function in a capacity similar to RCTC’s Deputy Clerk of the Board. Thus, the Administrative
Manager (Board Services) then should be aligned with the Deputy Clerk of the Board in terms of
classification and compensation.
5- Currently the Senior Real Property Agent is vacant; and organizationally reports to the Land
Acquisition Analyst. Based on review of the whole job factors, the Land Acquisition Analyst and
Senior Real Property Agent align with RCTC’s Senior Management Analyst. It should be noted that
the Senior Real Property Agent is currently at a lower salary range as compared to the Land
Acquisition Analyst. Since the Senior Real Property Agent position is currently vacant; we
recommend that this position be studied in further detail once filled to better understand the
work performed and qualifications required to perform the work, as the current classification
description may not be accurate (i.e., this is not an advanced journey-level and/or supervisor
classification).
6- K&A was not able to identify comparable classifications at RCTC for RCA’s Director of Reserve
Management/Monitoring and Ecological Resources Specialist. K&A recommends that the Director
be aligned with the RCA Director of Land Acquisition (comparable to RCTC’s ROW Manager) and
that the Ecological Resources Specialist be aligned with RCTC’s Senior Management Analyst
classification.
CONCLUSION
In summary, based on the review of classification descriptions, organization charts and additional
documentation reviewed, K&A recommended placement and alignment of each RCA classification to
RCTC’s current classification and compensation structure. Since these recommendations are based on
review of documentation, K&A recommends that RCTC conduct an agency-wide classification study in the
next 6 to 12 months (following the transition of RCA’s classifications to RCTC), with a focus on studying
RCA’s positions in more depth (to better understand the work performed and qualifications required) and
creating descriptions that accurately reflect the position (for example, some of the current RCA’s
classification specifications speak to having supervisory responsibilities; however per the organization
chart, the classification is not a supervisor). K&A also recommends that RCTC conduct an agency-wide
compensation study (market study) upon completion of the agency-wide classification study to ensure
that the initial salary range placement and internal alignment recommendations are appropriate.
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Furthermore, the transition of 15 positions (13 filled) to RCTC will most likely have an impact on current
RCTC positions in terms of workload (i.e. staffing levels), as well as an impact to the scope and complexity
of work, level of responsibility, consequence of error, interaction with external and internal contacts and
other whole job factors (i.e., positions are appropriately classified and aligned). For example, the Executive
Director at RCTC will now be accountable to two different boards and be responsible for providing
leadership and strategic management for a whole new programmatic/operational area related to
conservation (which is distinct and different from RCTC’s current programs/operations). Another
example, is the Administrative Services Manager – Clerk of the Board who will retain full management
responsibility for the Office of the Clerk of the Board including managing preparation of
Commission/Board meeting agendas and overseeing official records maintenance; and will most likely
assume management responsibility for supporting RCA’s Board of Directors (with support from RCA’s
Administrative Manager [Board Services]). Will the transition of RCA to RCTC impact RCTC’s employees’
workload and/or impact the proper classification of the position based on any changes to the whole job
factors?
While this evaluation did not assess the impact of the transition on current RCTC positions in terms of
proper classification and compensation, this should be evaluated in more detail as part of the
recommended agency-wide classification and compensation study (see recommendation above).
Furthermore, this evaluation did not assess the impact of the transition on RCTC positions in terms of
workload and so we recommend that RCTC separately consider conducting a staffing study to assess if
staffing levels are appropriate for the work required to be performed. In the interim, during and after the
transition, if the RCTC Commission and senior management strongly feel that there will be a significant
impact to existing RCTC positions, then the Commission and senior management should identify those
positions impacted and consider options such as a special project/assignment pay limited to the duration
of the transition and up to six months post-transition and/or when the agency-wide classification,
compensation and/or workload study is conducted. Special project/assignment pay is a differential pay
offered, typically ranging from 5% to 10%, depending on the scope of project/assignment, and is limited
term (i.e., differential pay is received only for the duration of the project/assignment).
We want to thank Riverside County Transportation Commission for its time and cooperation. Please do
not hesitate to contact us if we can provide any additional information or clarification regarding this report
of our analysis, findings and recommendations.
Respectfully Submitted by
Koff & Associates
Georg Krammer
Chief Executive Officer
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Appendix I
Comparative Analysis:
Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) and
Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority
(RCA) Classifications
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RCA RCTC RCTC RCA RCTC RCTC RCTC RCTC
Executive Director Deputy Executive Director Toll Program Director Deputy Executive Director Project Delivery Director Multimodal Services Director Planning and Programming
Director
External Affairs Director
Salary Range 194 75 71 193 67 63 63 63
Range Minimum $12,810 $17,058 $15,472 $12,268 $14,034 $12,729 $12,729 $12,729
Range Maximum $23,066 $23,028 $20,887 $17,338 $18,945 $17,184 $17,184 $17,184
Class Summary Director Executive Management Executive Management Deputy Director level Executive Management Executive Management Executive Management Executive Management
Duties *Controls and directs the
development, implementation,
and administration of Western
Riverside County regional
conservation efforts
*Advises and assists the
regional conservation efforts
by establishing priorities,
determining regional
conservation activity, and
maximizing the effectiveness of
regional conservation
personnel, finances and
natural resources
*Assists the Executive Director in
planning, organizing, and directing
the services and activities of RCTC
departments and programs;
manages various departments
and programs through lower-level
management staff, including
finance, planning and
programming, multimodal
services, toll facilities, government
and community relations, and
clerk of the board
* Develops, reviews, and
implements policies and
procedures to meet legal
requirements and RCTC needs
*Manages and participates in the
development and administration
of assigned budgets; directs the
forecast of additional funds
needed for staffing, equipment,
materials, and supplies
*Assists in directing the short- and
long-term range planning process
for RCTC, provides oversight and
guidance in the construction and
profitable operations of toll
facilities;
*Fosters cooperative working
relationships among RCTC
departments and with
*Assumes full management
responsibility for toll program,
projects, and functions, including
developing, evaluating, and
implementing strategies related to
project planning and
management, toll feasibility
analysis, traffic and revenue
studies, design, environmental
studies, funding and toll project
financing, contract management,
and construction, alternate
project delivery, toll policy, toll
facility operations and
maintenance, revenue generation,
customer service, marketing and
maintenance management.
*Develops, negotiates, and
recommends to the Executive
Director the approval of contracts
and cooperative agreements with
other governmental agencies,
consultants and private
contractors as needed, and is
responsible for monitoring their
implementation.
*Directs the preparation and
maintenance of project schedules,
budgets, and quality control
objectives including serving on
RCTC’s quality assurance
*Directs all operations for regional
conservation efforts
*Advises and assists the Executive
Director, RC in establishing
priorities, determining activities
for the regional conservation
department, and maximizes the
effectiveness of personnel
assigned to regional conservation
efforts, finances, and natural
resources
*Supervise operational staff in
performing highly specialized
planning and implementation
functions; may act for the
Executive Director, RC in their
absence
*Develop planning strategies for
environmental projects and
programs
*Ensure compliance with all
requirements imposed on the
regional conservation department
under agreements and contracts
executed with federal, state, and
local agencies; may execute
contracts and agreements on
behalf of the regional
conservation department as
authorized by the Executive
Director, RC; provide liaison to
*Assumes full management
responsibility for all project
delivery programs and functions,
including project planning and
management, feasibility analysis,
design, environmental studies,
contract management, and
construction management;
manages the acquisition,
maintenance, and disposal of right-
of-way for capital projects and
RCTC’s commuter rail service;
manages the operation and
maintenance of RCTC’s rail
stations and other facilities.
*Develops and directs the
implementation of strategic
vision, goals, objectives, policies,
procedures, and work standards
for the assigned functions.
*Directs RCTC’s project delivery
program, including controlling the
schedule of environmental
review, design, right-of-way
acquisition, and construction
projects; conducting feasibility
analyses; controlling all project
cost; ensuring compliance with
contract requirements and RCTC
standards; and minimizing the
RCTC’s liability during project
*Assumes full management
responsibility for services,
programs, and projects of the
Multimodal Services Department,
including Specialized Transit,
Public Bus Transit, Commuter &
Motorist Assistance, Rideshare
and Freeway Service Patrol,
Passenger Rail, and Goods
Movement programs.
*Develops and directs the
implementation of goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
and work standards for the
assigned functions.
*Advises and contributes to long-
range planning efforts to integrate
transit service along key corridors
and to serve the community.
*Represents RCTC in various
public and agency forums related
to the provision of public
transportation services in
Riverside County and regionally.
*Reviews and approves reports
related to the public transit
operators short range transit
plans (SRTP) to ensure efficient
delivery of public transportation.
*Oversees the allocation of state,
local, and federal funds based on
*Assumes full management
responsibility for all planning and
programming programs and
functions, including
transportation and land use
research and analysis,
transportation project planning
and management, feasibility
analysis, environmental studies,
contract management, and
implementation of funding
programs.
*Develops and directs the
implementation of goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
and work standards for the
assigned functions.
*Oversees the management of the
planning and programming
function, including the
development and implementation
of federal, state, and local funding
programs: Congestion
Management, Congestion
Mitigation and Air Quality
(CMAQ), Surface Transportation
Program (STP), Transportation
Enhancements (TE), State
Transportation Improvement
Program-Regional Improvement
Program (STIP-RIP), Proposition
*Direct the operations and
activities of RCTC’s government
relations and legislative program
and special projects.
*Brand the Commission’s
programs, projects, and initiatives
with the public and key
stakeholders.
*Assist in implementing elements
of the RCTC Strategic Assessment.
*Oversee the operations and
activities of the public affairs
communications, projects, and
programs.
*Direct and oversee the
management of the Commission
Website through supervision of
the Senior Management Analyst,
External Affairs.
*Responsible for building and
maintaining relationships with
external stakeholders in support
of the Commission’s government
relations and communications
objectives.
*Oversees and evaluates the
impact of proposed and current
federal and state legislation,
legislative issues, budget issues,
regulations, and policies on RCTC
projects and programs; develops
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RCA RCTC RCTC RCA RCTC RCTC RCTC RCTC
Executive Director Deputy Executive Director Toll Program Director Deputy Executive Director Project Delivery Director Multimodal Services Director Planning and Programming
Director
External Affairs Director
Distinguishing Characteristics *Director level class
*Responsible for
administrating and
implementing the Western
Riverside County Multiple
Species Habitat Conservation
Plan (MSHCP)
*Staff liaison with federal,
state and local agencies
*Negotiate cooperative
contracts and agreements with
outside agencies and private
parties
Oversees, directs, and
participates in all activities of
RCTC’s operations, including short-
and long-term planning, policy
development and administration,
and enforcing policies and
procedures
This is a Department Head
classification that oversees,
directs, and participates in all
activities related to project
delivery, including short- and long-
term planning and development
and administration of
departmental policies,
procedures, and services. The
incumbent is accountable for
accomplishing departmental
planning and operational goals
and objectives and for furthering
RCTC goals and objectives within
general policy guidelines.
Responsible for operations of the
regional conservation
department's administration of
the Western Riverside County
Multiple Species Habitat
Conservation Plan (MSHCP),
providing staff liaison with
federal, state, and local agencies,
and negotiating cooperative
contracts and agreements with
outside agencies and private
parties
This is a Department Head
classification that oversees,
directs, and participates in all
activities related to project
delivery, including short- and long-
term planning and development
and administration of
departmental policies,
procedures, and services. The
incumbent is accountable for
accomplishing departmental
planning and operational goals
and objectives and for furthering
RCTC goals and objectives within
general policy guidelines.
This is a Department Head
classification that oversees,
directs, and participates in all
activities of the Multimodal
Services Department, including
short and long-term planning,
development and administration
of departmental policies,
procedures, and services. The
incumbent is accountable for
accomplishing departmental
planning and operational goals
and objectives and for furthering
RCTC goals and objectives within
general policy guidelines.
This is a Department Head
classification that oversees,
directs, and participates in all
activities related to transportation
planning and programming,
including short- and long-term
planning and development and
administration of departmental
policies, procedures, and services.
The incumbent is accountable for
accomplishing departmental
planning and operational goals
and objectives and for furthering
RCTC goals and objectives within
general policy guidelines.
This is a Department Head
classification that oversees,
directs, and participates in all
activities related to the
Government Relations, Public
Affairs, and External Affairs
Department. This class provides
assistance to the Deputy Executive
Director in a variety of
administrative, coordinative,
analytical, and liaison capacities.
This position must perform as a
subject matter expert in
researching, analyzing, and
evaluating complex federal and
state legislation, issues,
regulations, and policies that
impact RCTC programs and
projects, and is required to have
advanced knowledge of legislative
and regulatory processes.
Knowledge *Federal, state and local laws,
rules and regulations relating
to wildlife conservation
*Principles and practices of
fund accounting
*Principles of public
administration and personnel
management
*Goal setting, program
development, implementation,
and evaluation
*Supervision of staff, providing
leadership within a matrix-style
organization either directly or
through subordinate levels of
supervision
*Public agency budgetary,
contract administration, and
agency-wide administrative
practices related to the functions
of the assigned area
*Business strategies associated
with the successful operation of
revenue-generating programs
including toll/express lanes
programs
*Principles and practices of
employee supervision, including
work planning, assignment,
review and evaluation, and the
training of staff in work
procedures
*Administrative principles and
practices, including goal setting
and program development,
implementation, and evaluation.
*Principles, practices, and
techniques used in the conduct of
an effective toll program,
including project planning
processes, funding and project
financing, environmental review,
design, contract management,
and construction management.
*Principles and practices of
environmental impact assessment
and related regulatory
requirements and guidelines.
*Federal, state, and local laws,
rules and regulations relating to
wildlife conservation
*Principles and practices of fund
accounting
*Principles of public
administration and personnel
management
*Dynamics of working
relationships
*Administrative principles and
practices, including goal setting
and program development,
implementation, and evaluation.
*Principles, practices, and
techniques used in the conduct of
an effective project delivery
program, including project
planning processes,
environmental review, design,
contract management, and
construction management.
*Principles and practices of
environmental impact assessment
and related regulatory
requirements and guidelines.
*Administrative principles and
practices, including goal setting,
and program development,
implementation, and evaluation.
*Organizational and management
practices as applied to the analysis
and evaluation of projects,
programs, policies, procedures,
and operational needs.
*Principles, practices, and
techniques used in the conduct of
an effective multimodal programs
and services, including Specialized
Transit, Public Bus Transit,
Commuter and Passenger Rail,
Transportation Planning and
Goods Movement programs.
*Administrative principles and
practices, including goal setting
and program development,
implementation, and evaluation.
*Organizational and management
practices as applied to the analysis
and evaluation of projects,
programs, policies, procedures,
and operational needs.
*Principles, practices, and
techniques used in the conduct of
an effective planning and
programming programs, including
project planning processes, land
use and environmental review,
funding requirements, and
contract management.
*Principles and practices of
environmental impact assessment
and related regulatory
requirements and guidelines
related to CEQA/NEPA.
*Administrative principles and
practices including goal setting,
program development,
implementation, and evaluation.
*Principles and practices of
employee supervision, including
work planning, assignment,
review and evaluation, and the
training of staff in work
procedures.
*Principles and practices of
government relations and
legislative program goal setting,
development, implementation,
and evaluation.
*Legislative practices and
processes and operations of
government at local, state, and
federal levels.
*Principles, practices, concepts,
and methods of state and federal
legislation research, development,
analysis, and evaluation.
*Methods, techniques, and
procedures of effective state and
federal legislative advocacy.
*Principles, practices, and
processes of policy development.
Skills/Abilities *Plan and coordinate the
analysis, review and
preparation of departmental
budgets
*Recognize problems and
develop effective solutions
*Devise, evaluate, edit,
prepare, and present reports
and recommendations;
*Establish and maintain
effective working relationships
with regional conservation
staff members, outside
agencies, and concerned
affected parties
*Negotiate with outside agency
representatives and private
parties
*Supervise and evaluate the
work of subordinate staff
*Develop and implement goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards, and internal
controls for RCTC and assigned
program areas
*Implement the policies of the
Executive Director and
Commission
*Prepare and administer large and
complex budgets; allocate
resources in a cost effective
manner
*Plan, organize, direct, and
coordinate the work of
management, supervisory,
professional, technical, and office
support staff; delegate authority
and responsibility
*Effectively administer special
projects with contractual
agreements and ensure
compliance with stipulations;
effectively administer a variety of
programs and administrative
activities
*Conduct effective negotiations
and effectively represent RCTC in
meetings with governmental
agencies, contractors, vendors,
and various businesses,
professional, regulatory, and
*Develop and implement goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards, and internal
controls for the department and
assigned program areas.
*Provide administrative and
professional leadership and
direction for the department and
RCTC.
*Develop, plan, coordinate, and
implement a comprehensive toll
program suited to the needs of
the community and RCTC.
*Plan, organize, direct, and
coordinate the work of
management, supervisory,
professional, and technical
personnel; delegate authority and
responsibility.
*Plan and coordinate the analysis,
review and preparation of
departmental budgets
*Recognize departmental and
programmatic problems and
develop effective solutions
*Effectively devise, evaluate, edit,
prepare, and present reports and
recommendations
*Effectively represent the regional
conservation department to
outside agencies and private
parties; supervise and evaluate
the work of subordinate staff
*Develop and implement goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards, and internal
controls for the department and
assigned program areas.
*Provide administrative and
professional leadership and
direction for the department and
RCTC.
*Develop, plan, coordinate, and
implement a comprehensive
project delivery program suited to
the needs of the community and
RCTC.
*Plan, organize, direct, and
coordinate the work of
management, supervisory,
professional, and technical
personnel; delegate authority and
responsibility.
*Articulate and implement a vision
for the advancement of transit
service in Riverside County with
ongoing and regular consultation
with Commissioners, staff and
constituencies.
*Develop and implement goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards, and internal
controls for the department and
assigned program areas.
*Provide administrative and
professional leadership and
direction for the department and
RCTC.
*Develop, plan, coordinate, and
implement a variety of public
transit and goods movement
programs and services suited to
the needs of the community and
RCTC.
*Plan, organize, direct, and
coordinate the work of
management, supervisory,
professional, and technical
personnel; delegate authority and
responsibility.
*Develop and implement goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards, and internal
controls for the department and
assigned program areas.
*Provide administrative and
professional leadership and
direction for the department and
RCTC.
*Develop, plan, coordinate, and
implement a variety of planning
and programming programs,
projects, and activities suited to
the needs of the community and
RCTC.
*Plan, organize, direct, and
coordinate the work of
management, supervisory,
professional, and technical
personnel; delegate authority and
responsibility.
*Develop and implement goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards, and internal
controls for the department and
assigned program areas.
*Provide administrative and
professional leadership and
direction for the department and
RCTC.
*Plan, research, organize,
coordinate, and implement
comprehensive government
relations and legislative programs.
*Perform responsible and difficult
legislative research, development,
analysis, and evaluation involving
the use of independent judgment
and personal initiative.
*Build consensus and coalitions
and lead a diverse group toward
common goals.
*Develop effective legislative
outreach strategies and
campaigns; work effectively with
diverse groups of different ages
and various socio-economic
backgrounds; listen to and discuss
problems and complaints
tactfully.
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RCA RCTC RCTC RCA RCTC RCTC RCTC RCTC
Executive Director Deputy Executive Director Toll Program Director Deputy Executive Director Project Delivery Director Multimodal Services Director Planning and Programming
Director
External Affairs Director
Education Bachelor's degree in
environmental science, public
or business administration
Bachelor’s degree in public
administration, business
administration, engineering,
planning, or a closely related field
Bachelor’s degree in
transportation planning, civil
engineering, transportation
engineering, or a closely related
field
Bachelor's degree in
environmental science, public or
business administration, or a
closely related field to the
assignment
Bachelor’s degree in
transportation planning, civil
engineering, transportation
engineering, or a closely related
field
Bachelor’s degree in public policy,
business or public administration,
transportation management or
planning, or a closely related field
Bachelor’s degree in
transportation planning, public
administration, urban studies,
environmental studies, or a
closely related field
Equivalent to graduation from an
accredited college or university
with major coursework in
business administration, public
administration, government, legal,
or political sciences, or a related
field
Experience 6 years of public sector
management experience,
including 3 years at an
executive management level.
10 years of broad and
progressively responsible
professional administrative and
supervisory experience in
planning and program
management
10 years of extensive and
progressively responsible
experience in transportation
project development, delivery,
and program/project
management is required, with at
least 4 years in a management
capacity
Substantial experience in
administrative analysis, budget
analysis, or the development of
financing programs, includes
program management across
multiple jurisdictions,
departments, or similarly
organized administrative
structures is preferred.
(Additional qualifying experience
may substitute for the required
education on the basis of one year
of full-time experience equaling 30
semesters of 45 quarter units of
the required education.)
10 years of broad and
progressively responsible
experience in transportation
project development, delivery,
and program/project
management, with at least 6 years
of supervisory experience
10 years of professional
experience in transportation
planning, intergovernmental
relations, and program
management, including at least 6
years in a management capacity
10 years of broad and
progressively responsible
professional and supervisory
experience in transportation
planning or program management
10 years of professional
experience in legislative research,
analysis, evaluation, and advocacy
at the state and/or federal level or
a related field, including at 6 years
in a management capacity
Accountable To Board of Directors Executive Director Executive Director Executive Director Executive Director Deputy Executive Director Deputy Executive Director Deputy Executive Director
FLSA Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt
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Salary Range
Range Minimum
Range Maximum
Class Summary
Duties
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCTC RCA RCTC
Director of Administrative Services Non comparable Administrative Manager (Board
Services)
Administrative Services Manager-
Clerk of the Board
Deputy Clerk of the Board Administrative Manager (Fiscal)Accounting Supervisor
629 345 51 32 345 44
$8,825 $6,429 $9,498 $5,973 $6,429 $8,005
$14,243 $10,363 $12,823 $8,064 $10,363 $10,807
Professional level administrative
support class
Journey level Manager Management and Administrative
duties
Single-position classification that
is responsible for participating in
the administration and daily
operations of the Clerk of the
Board’s functions and activities
Journey level Manager Full supervisory level class
*Provide liaison and administrative
support services; research and respond
to inquiries, complaints, and requests
for information regarding past actions
and documents related to regional
conservation; investigate and resolve
service complaints or refer to
appropriate staff member or County
Department
*Prepare a variety of required reports,
as required; manage and monitors
regional conservation contracts,
including procurement and services
planning and contract renewals; resolve
varied administrative problems and
supervise staff in accounting, budget
preparation and control, lease
negotiation, collections, supply,
personnel, payroll, office services and
general business activities of related to
regional conservation efforts
*Direct the maintenance of official
conservation records, including official
files and indexes of resolutions,
ordinances, contracts, bonds and other
official papers; coordinate and maintain
the historical preservation program,
microfilm, microfiche, state archival
program, and all librarian functions;
coordinate and maintain document
research systems; supervise publication
*Manage the preparation of the
agenda for regional conservation
meetings; attend and record
official action taken at regional
conservation meetings; dictate
minutes relating to meeting
events and actions.
*Oversee the maintenance of
official records for the regional
conservation department,
including official files and indexes
of resolutions, reports, contracts,
bonds, and other official
documents.
*Conduct advanced analysis of
agendas of conferences and
meetings; assemble and prepare
background
information for agenda items for
review and consideration at
regional conservation meetings;
conduct advanced analysis of the
potential Impact of other
government agency policies and
decisions on the regional
conservation department and
provide interpretations when
required; gather, organize and
communicate background
information
regarding policy or legislation that
*Plans, organizes, directs,
manages, and oversees the daily
operations and activities of the
Clerk of the Board’s Office
including public records, agenda
preparation, minutes,
administrative and general
services, information technology,
and special projects
*Manages and participates in the
development and administration
of the division’s annual budget
*Recommends and implements
policies, procedures, and
practices
*Advises Commissioners,
Executive Director, and the
management team on public
records and board affairs
*Directs the work of information
technology consultants
*Selects, trains, motivates, and
directs assigned personnel;
evaluates and reviews work for
acceptability and conformance
with division standards, including
priorities and performance
evaluations
*Assists in overseeing and
performing functions of the day-
to-day operations of the Clerk of
the Board’s office, including the
maintenance of administrative
files, resolutions, ordinances,
contacts, agreements, and other
official documents; performs
mandated and other Clerk of the
Board duties in the absence of the
Clerk of the Board.
*Participates in the development
and implementation of goals,
objectives, policies, and priorities
for departmental programs;
recommends and administers
policies and procedures.
*Assists with preparation of
Board and committee meeting
agendas, starts the process of
creating agendas, reviews for
completeness, and submits to the
Clerk for final review; assists in
the distribution of agenda
packets; attends meetings; takes
meeting minutes and prepares
minutes; assists in preparing
public notifications, agendas,
minutes, and other documents;
publishes, files, and indexes all
proceedings of the Board of
*Plan, organize and direct the
administrative activities for regional
conservation efforts including, such
support
activities as procurement, operations
and contract administration
*May plan and direct personnel
activities for the regional
conservation department; interview,
hire, train, and evaluate the
performance of subordinate regional
conservation staff; attend and
provide input on grievances and
disciplinary matters for regional
conservation staff
*Oversee the maintenance of official
records for the regional conservation
department, including official files
and indexes of resolutions, reports,
contracts, bonds, and other official
documents
*Act as a member of the regional
conservation management team;
participate in the development and
implementation of operational and
administrative policies; participate in
the development of new programs to
facilitate long and short-term
strategies and financial plan
objectives; coordinate activities with
other divisions, departments, public
*Plans, organizes, assigns,
supervises, and reviews the work
of technical accounting and office
support staff in the Finance
Department; trains staff in work
procedures and processes;
provides policy guidance and
interpretation to staff; evaluates
employee performance and works
with employees to correct
deficiencies; recommends and
implements disciplinary
procedures; assists in recruitment
and selection
*Prepares detailed revenue and
cost estimates with appropriate
justification, as required;
maintains a variety of records and
prepares routine reports of work
performance
*Supervises and coordinates the
work of employees responsible
for accounts payable, accounts
and grants receivable, cash
receipts, general ledger, payroll
processing, Form 1099
processing, project accounting,
bond reconciliation, and capital
assets; maintains internal control
procedures and ensures that
accounting standards are met
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Distinguishing Characteristics
Knowledge
Skills/Abilities
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCTC RCA RCTC
Director of Administrative Services Non comparable Administrative Manager (Board
Services)
Administrative Services Manager-
Clerk of the Board
Deputy Clerk of the Board Administrative Manager (Fiscal)Accounting Supervisor
Directs administrative service activities
that aid management in the
accomplishment of the regional
conservation department's mission.
Analytical, budgetary, and fiscal duties
are a major part of this classification's
duties.
Coordinates the research,
analysis and dissemination of
documents and materials
dealing with state and federal
administrative, legislative and
political activities that impact
regional conservation
Recommends and implements
office policies, procedures, and
regulations and performs various
research and administrative
management functions
This classification performs a
variety of administrative duties,
including assisting in the
development of Board agendas,
administration of filings, records
management, and coordinating
with other departments. The
nature, scope, and diversity of
responsibilities of this
classification require a broader
understanding of RCTC’s
functions, the role of the Board of
Directors, and the capability of
relieving the Clerk of the Board of
day-to-day office administrative
and coordinative duties, as well as
fulfilling some of the duties of the
Clerk of the Board in his or her
absence.
Represents the regional conservation
department in budgetary, fiscal,
personnel, and administrative
responsibilities
Provides oversight of the
accounts and grants receivable,
accounts payable, payroll, project
accounting, capital assets, general
ledger (including budgetary,
revenue and cost records), and
debt administration processing
functions, in addition to
reconciliation and financial report
preparation activities
*Principles and methods of public
and/or business administration
*Organization, fiscal and personnel
management
*Budget preparation and control
*Methods, procedures and equipment
*Principles and practices of
supervision
*Principles of public and business
administration;
*Methods and techniques for
conducting analytical studies of
administrative and management
practices
*Legislative processes of the
County, state and federal
governments
*Mechanics of administering
board meetings, including the
development of agendas and
recording of meeting minutes
*Practical application of
computers and peripheral
equipment
*Goal setting, program
development, implementation,
evaluation, and supervision of
staff
*Public agency budget
development, contract
administration, and administrative
practices related to the functions
of assigned area
*Software related to public
agency record keeping and the
Clerk function
*Information technology best
practices, operating procedures,
and current trends
*Public Records Act, Freedom of
Information Act, and Brown Act
laws, rules, regulations and
procedures
*Records management principles
and practices, including legal
requirements for recording,
retention, storage, and disclosure
*Organization and function of
public agencies, including the role
of an elected Commission and
appointed committees and boards
*Principles, practices, and
procedures related to office
management and general
services.
*Records management principles
and practices, including legal
requirements for recording,
retention, storage, and disclosure.
*Organization and function of
public agencies, including the role
of an elected Board and appointed
committees and boards.
*Applicable federal, state, and
local laws, rules, regulations,
ordinances, and organizational
policies and procedures relevant
to assigned area of responsibility,
including Public Records Act,
Freedom of Information Act, and
Brown Act laws, rules, regulations
and procedures.
*Research and reporting
methods, techniques, and
procedures.
*Principles and practices of data
collection and report preparation.
*Principles and practices of
supervision
*Principles of public and business
administration
*Organization, fiscal management
and personnel management
*Budget preparation and control
*Administrative problems involved in
operating a governmental
department or Joint Powers
Authority with several subdivisions
and programmatic
areas
*Methods and techniques for
conducting analytical studies of
administrative and management
practices
*Legislative processes of the County,
state and federal government
*Principles and practices of
employee supervision, including
work planning, assignment,
review and evaluation, and the
training of staff in work
procedures
*Principles and practices of public
agency finance, including general
and governmental accounting,
auditing, and reporting functions
*Applicable federal, state, and
local laws, regulatory codes,
ordinances, and procedures
relevant to assigned area of
responsibility
*Principles and procedures of
record keeping and reporting
*Analyze administrative problems,
reach practical and logical conclusions
and put effective solutions into practice
*Develop cooperative working
relationships
*Plan, organize and direct the work of
others
*Prepare clear and concise reports
*Develop and install new methods
and procedures
*Direct a program of
organizational and procedural
analysis and put into practice
effective improvements
*Research, analyze and make
recommendations on
administrative, management and
procedural practices
*Maintain cooperative and
effective working relationships
*Prepare clear and concise
written and oral reports
*Record, store and retrieve
actions, policies, reports, and
other official documents
*Direct, supervise, train, and
evaluate performance of
subordinate employees
*Develop and implement goals,
objectives, policies, procedures,
work standards, and internal
controls for assigned program
areas
*Provide administrative and
professional leadership and
direction to the division and RCTC
*Evaluate and recommend
improvements in operations,
procedures, policies, or methods
*Prepare and administer budgets;
allocate limited resources in a cost-
effective manner
*Interpret, apply, explain, and
ensure compliance with federal,
state, and local laws, rules,
regulations, policies, and
procedures
*Plan, organize, direct, and
coordinate the work of
administrative and contract
personnel; delegate authority and
responsibility; select, train,
motivate, and evaluate the work
of staff
*Manage large, complex, technical
contracts
*Oversee vendors and
consultants working from remote
locations
*Perform responsible and
complex administrative support
work with accuracy, speed, and
general supervision in assigned
timelines, and requiring the use of
tact and discretion.
*Interpret, apply, and explain
applicable federal, state, and local
laws, rules, regulations, policies,
and timelines, as well as complex
administrative and departmental
policies and procedures.
*Understand the organization and
operation of RCTC and of outside
agencies as necessary to assume
assigned responsibilities.
*Prepare official minutes,
resolutions, ordinances, clear and
concise reports, correspondence,
policies, procedures, and other
written materials.
*Research, analyze, and
summarize data and prepare
accurate and logical written
reports.
*Develop and install new methods
and procedures
*Direct a program of organizational
and procedural analysis and put into
practice effective improvements
*Perform budget analysis,
preparation and monitoring
*Research, analyze and make
recommendations on administrative,
management and procedural
practices
*Maintain cooperative and effective
working relationships
*Plan, organize and direct the work
of an administrative organization
*Direct, supervise, train, and
evaluate performance of subordinate
employees
*Supervise, select, train, motivate,
and evaluate the work of staff
*Plan, organize, administer,
coordinate, review, evaluate, and
personally participate in
comprehensive accounting
functions
*Prepare and maintain clear and
accurate financial reports,
correspondence, policies,
procedures, and other written
materials
*Analyze complex accounting
and/or fiscal issues and
recommend resolutions
*Verify the accuracy of financial
data and information
*Interpret, apply, explain, and
ensure compliance with applicable
federal, state, and local policies,
procedures, laws, and regulations
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Education
Experience
Accountable To
FLSA
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCTC RCA RCTC
Director of Administrative Services Non comparable Administrative Manager (Board
Services)
Administrative Services Manager-
Clerk of the Board
Deputy Clerk of the Board Administrative Manager (Fiscal)Accounting Supervisor
Graduation from an accredited college
or university with a Bachelor's degree,
preferably with a major in business or
public administration, or a closely
related field to the assignment.
(Substantial qualifying experience may
substitute for the required education on
a year-for-year basis.)
Graduation from an accredited
college or university, preferably
with a major in accounting,
business or public administration,
finance, or a closely related field
to the assignment. (Additional
qualifying experience may
substitute for the required
education on the basis of 30
semester or 45 quarter units
equaling one year of full-time
experience).
Bachelor’s degree in public
administration or a closely related
field
Equivalent to the completion of
the twelfth (12th) grade
Graduation from an accredited
college or university, preferably with
a major in accounting, business or
public administration, finance, or a
closely related field to the
assignment. (Additional qualifying
experience may substitute for the
required education on the basis of 30
semester or 45 quarter units
equaling one year of full-time
experience.)
Equivalent to an Associate’s
degree from an accredited college
with major coursework in
accounting, finance, public or
business administration, or a
related field
Substantial experience which must
include at least two of the following
functions:
*Gathering and compiling facts and
statistics in order to evaluate program
effectiveness; recommending program
revisions; preparing and reviewing
program grant and funding requests;
preparing and maintaining a program
budget.
*Maintaining and controlling the fiscal
recordkeeping functions and systems in
a department, division, unit, or
company accounting function;
preparing and verifying a variety of
accounting, statistical, and narrative
reports.
*Coordinating and conducting studies of
administrative and operational
activities, including fiscal operations,
budget preparation and control,
equipment usage, staffing patterns,
workflow and space utilization.
3 years of administrative
management experience, which
must have included responsibility
for development of organizational
policies and procedures, or
researching and conducting
complex analysis of legislation and
government policy
Note: this job description is very
"light" on specific duties related to
Board Services
5 years of broad and increasingly
responsible experience in
administrative services, contracts
administration, records
management, or related areas
5 years of varied administrative
support experience involving the
use of computerized information
systems and office technology
products
3 years of administrative
management experience, which must
have included responsibility for
financial planning and analysis,
budget, grant and contract
development and administration,
development of organizational
policies and procedures, or
researching and conducting complex
analysis of legislation and
government policy
5 or more years of increasingly
responsible technical accounting
experience, preferably in
municipal accounting
Executive Director Director of Administrative
Services
Deputy Executive Director Clerk of the Board Director of Administrative Services Deputy Director of Finance
Exempt Exempt Exempt Non-Exempt Exempt Exempt
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Salary Range
Range Minimum
Range Maximum
Class Summary
Duties
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC
Chief of Technical Information IT Administrator GIS/IT Database Manager Senior Management Analyst -
Toll Program
Supervising Accountant (C)Accountant Accounting Technician II Accounting Technician (General)
609 45 675 43 492 33 338 25
$8,505 $8,205 $7,010 $7,814 $5,043 $6,123 $3,879 $5,037
$13,725 $11,077 $11,169 $10,549 $7,307 $8,266 $5,615 $6,800
Advanced Journey level Manager Performs diverse, specialized, and
highly technical work involving
significant accountability and
decision-making responsibility
Advanced level manager class,
Supervisory class, in conflict with
organization chart
Advanced journey level class Supervisory level in professional
Accountant series
Journey-level professional
accounting classification
Paraprofessional accounting work;
class description is in conflict with
organization chart, this is not a
Supervisory position
Advanced journey level class
*Administer all IT and GIS services
and activities of the regional
conservation department in
accordance with regional
conservation contract agreements
and policies and procedures;
develop, recommend, implement,
and administer policies and
procedures
*Manage and participate in the
development and implementation
of goals, objectives, policies, and
priorities for the IT services and GIS
of the regional conservation
department; publicize the regional
conservation efforts through
creation, enhancement, and
maintenance of the website and
other media
*Ensure that regional conservation
contractors maintain systems and
applications related to baseline
service needs in accordance with
contractual provisions; monitor and
evaluate service delivery methods
and procedures with administrative
and technical systems; implement
policy and recommendations
approved for the regional
conservation department
* Serve as regional conservation
*Identifies, develops, implements,
and oversees the installation and
maintenance of IT systems to
meet the needs of user
departments and
offices/locations; determine
information requirements and
further defines the nature of the
Commission’s IT projects; builds a
project plan to meet business
requirements and expectations
*Designs, develops, implements,
and oversees the administration
and maintenance of the
Commission’s telecommunication
network
*Manages IT services including
acquisition, installation, and
maintenance of network and
desktop hardware and software;
provides first-level IT support for
servers and end-users
*Oversees the work of
consultants and project personnel
in areas related to information
systems and telecommunications
services
*Coordinates with the Toll
Program management and
technology staff, private
contractors, consultants and
*Supervise, assign, review, and
evaluate the work of professional
GIS staff performing GIS database
administration work; plan, organize,
and provide opportunities to
develop and maintain job-related
competencies
*Define GIS database information,
access and file structure
requirements through discussions
with users and colleagues
*Design and implement GIS
database management system by
creating models, building table
structure, establishing referential
integrity, and preparing
documentation
*Maintain GIS databases through
the performance of database
management system backups and
recovery, including off-site storage
for disaster recovery; maintain
databases by tuning, monitoring
data integrity and security, and
resolving problems
*Organize and transform source
documents and data into formats
compatible for input into GIS
databases and maps
*Monitor quality and progress;
coordinate development,
*Conduct analysis of matters
related to toll program planning,
project development,
implementation, administration
and operations including business
process reviews, cost
effectiveness, and impact
assessment of potential or
existing changes in business
practices.
*Perform analysis of system
processes to validate the
successful completion of
transaction processing. Develop
performance management tools
to evaluate the efficiency and
effectiveness of the toll program’s
strategic initiatives, business plans
and action steps including the
development of Key Performance
Indicators (KPI’s) and other
performance measures, and the
development of a program-wide
scorecard. Developing action
plans to address performance
issues.
*Conduct research of best
practices of industry specific and
cross-industry best practices
including conducting
benchmarking of peer tolling
*Supervise regional conservation
staff and maintain and control the
fiscal recordkeeping functions and
systems in a departmental
accounting function; supervise and
participate in the preparation,
review, and verification of a variety
of accounting, statistical, and
narrative reports
*Examine and analyze complex
fiscal recordkeeping systems and
procedures to evaluate
effectiveness; develop, revise, and
maintain forms for fiscal
transactions, recordkeeping, and
budgetary control
*Review, evaluate, design,
implement, and revise accounting
systems; review laws, legislation,
and policies to ensure compliance
and to determine impact on
accounting procedures
*Provide guidance and assistance to
the regional conservation
department and other officials on a
variety of accounting and budgetary
problems
*Prepare financial statements for
the regional conservation
department and perform audits of
the regional conservation
*Assists with the planning,
organizing, and reviewing the
work of technical accounting and
office support staff in the Finance
Department; trains staff in work
procedures; provides policy
guidance and interpretation to
staff.
*Monitors activities of the
assigned work unit; recommends
improvements and modifications
and prepares various reports on
operations and activities,
including workload and workflow
statistics.
*Participates in the annual budget
preparation; prepares detailed
cost estimates with appropriate
justification, as required;
maintains a variety of records and
prepares routine reports of work
performance.
*Assists with coordinating the
work of employees responsible
for accounts payable, cash
receipts, general ledger, payroll
processing, Form 1099
processing; maintains internal
control procedures and ensures
that accounting standards are
met.
*Researches and resolves a variety
of difficult problems independently
through review of multiple records;
exercises initiative in anticipating or
identifying problems or errors and
follows up to resolve; forecasts
impact of potential
actions/decisions
*Interprets a wide variety of
complex policies, procedures,
regulations, contracts and
agreements to determine their
applicable provisions and clauses
for assistance with difficult
problems and circumstances
*Performs final review of claims
against the County, which requires
the verification of compliance with
instructions, specifications and
provisions of contracts which have
complex terms and language that
may be ambiguous and/or have
potential for expenditure of large
amounts of County funds
*Supervises and reviews the work
of a fiscal support unit; resolves
difficult problems pertaining to the
work of the staff; personally
performs the more difficult work of
the unit
*Analyzes procedural and/or
*Performs technical accounting
support in the analysis,
preparation, maintenance, and
processing of accounting,
budgeting, payroll, project
accounting, grants, fixed assets,
bond requisitions, and related
financial transactions
*Prepares, maintains, verifies,
and reconciles a variety of difficult
and complex accounting and
financial transactions and reports;
audits financial records for
accuracy; posts and reconciles
journals; prepares journal entries
for budget and actual, including
revenues, expenditures, assets,
liabilities, and fund balance
accounts
*Compiles, analyzes, and
reconciles a variety of financial
transactions, statements, and
reports
*Performs bank reconciliations
and posts interest income
monthly; reconciles and maintains
the general ledger including
subsidiary ledgers monthly;
performs various account
reconciliations and works to
resolve discrepancies
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Distinguishing Characteristics
Knowledge
Skills/Abilities
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC
Chief of Technical Information IT Administrator GIS/IT Database Manager Senior Management Analyst -
Toll Program
Supervising Accountant (C)Accountant Accounting Technician II Accounting Technician (General)
Directs a Countywide technical and
geographic support function for the
Multiple Species Habitat
Conservation Plan (MSHCP)
Exercises project management of
contracts, vendors, and
consultants; exercises no direct
supervision over staff
Responsible for the most complex
GIS applications, programs,
systems, or projects that require
master-level technical and analytical
skills on a regular and ongoing basis
Incumbents serve as subject
matter experts in assigned
functional areas and perform
complex research and analysis to
support RCTC projects and
programs, including fund
administration, budget analysis,
and program evaluation.
Incumbents support the work of
management staff by providing a
professional-level resource for
program, project, budgetary,
fund, and operational analyses
and studies. Responsibilities
include performing diverse,
specialized, and complex work
involving significant accountability
and decision-making
responsibility.
Requires extensive knowledge of
complex technical accounting or
auditing work and the exercise of
independent judgment, in addition
to having responsibility for a
functional unit within the regional
conservation accounting operations
Oversees day-to-day accounting
processing, reporting, and record
keeping activities and is
responsible for providing
technical accounting support to
the Deputy Director of Finance in
a variety of areas. Responsibilities
include oversight of the accounts
payable, payroll, and general
ledger, processing function, in
addition to reconciliation and
report preparation activities.
Either the advanced journey or
supervisory level in the series,
depending upon assignment.
Incumbents in this class either
function primarily as key assistants
to professional accountants or
other management staff performing
the more difficult and complex
paraprofessional accounting work.
Performs the full range of
technical work in all of the
following areas: accounts payable,
accounts receivable, general
accounting, budgeting, project
accounting, grants, fixed assets,
payroll, and related areas, in
addition to performing a variety of
record keeping, reconciliation,
and accounting support activities
*Geographic Information Systems
and advanced Information
Technology systems and
applications
*Organizational dynamics
*Mathematics, including the
principles of algebra, geometry,
trigonometry, and statistics as
applied to professional IT and GIS
related work
*Principles and practices of public
or business administration,
including public relations
*Basic surveying principles and
methods
*Familiarity with a variety of
relational databases, IT operating
systems and GIS software
*Information technology best
practices, operating procedures,
and current trends
*Information technology
equipment, practices, policies and
processes associated with state-of-
the-art tolling enterprises
*Principles of computer
programming
*Structured analysis, design,
construction and implementation
methodologies
*Personal computer applications,
usage, and functionality
*Mobile devices and applications
used in business
*Helpdesk service and support
functions, delivery techniques,
and performance standards
*Strategic planning methods and
project management
*Research and reporting
methods, techniques, and
procedures
*Technical report writing and
preparation of correspondence
*Maintaining GIS databases;
mathematics, including the
principles of algebra, geometry,
trigonometry, and statistics as
applied to sub professional
engineering and GIS related work
*Technical report writing and
principles of personnel supervision
and employee training
*Survey principles and methods
*Familiarity with a variety of
rational databases, operating
systems, and GIS software including
IBM DB2 and IBM Informix Dynamic
Server, Microsoft SQL Server,
Oracle and/or ESRI's core GIS
products (ArcGIS, ArcView, ArcSDE,
and Arcinfo)
*Principles, methods, and
techniques of effective supervision
*Principles, methods, and
techniques applied to IT devices,
applications and systems
*Principles of organization and
administration
*Principles of documentation,
recordkeeping, storage, and
retrieval
*Audit and compliance techniques
and procedures.
*Advanced project and/or
program management, analytical
processes, and report preparation
techniques.
*Advanced organizational and
operational practices as applied to
the analysis, evaluation,
development, and implementation
of programs, policies, and
procedures.
*Best practice research and
evaluation techniques.
*Performance management
including the development and
analysis of KPIs and other
performance measures.
*Contract procurement processes
and administration. Contract
management and oversight.
*System implementation and
configuration management
principles.
*Database management
principles, data mining techniques
using various business intelligence
applications.
*System processes including flow
of transactions, external
interfaces, credit card processing,
*Accounting principles and
practices
*Governmental accounting and
budgeting
*Laws and regulations affecting
governmental financial operations
*The principles of business
management and office methods
and procedures
*Data processing systems
applicable to accounting operations
*Principles of supervision
*Principles, practices, and
methods of public and
governmental accounting,
finance, and auditing, including
general ledger, cash and
investments, accounts payable,
accounts receivable, payroll, and
fund and cost accounting and
their application to public agency
operations.
*Generally Accepted Accounting
Principles and Governmental
Accounting Standards Board
Statements for public sector
accounting.
*Accounting source documents
including budgets, contracts,
expenditures, encumbrances,
revenues, special ledger, general
ledger, project cost, cash and
investments, fixed assets and
related accounting procedures.
*Principles of office management,
governmental accounting systems,
procedures and regulations
*The interrelationships of internal
and external recordkeeping
systems, accounting systems and
procedures containing such items
as expenditures, revenues, general
ledger and related accounting
procedures
*Legal requirements of County
contracts, agreements, minute
orders and resolutions
*Terminology and practices of
financial and accounting
document processing and record
keeping, including accounts
payable, accounts receivable,
budgeting, payroll, project
accounting, grants, bond
requisitions, and fixed assets
*Principles and practices of
auditing accounting and finance
documents
*Basic principles and practices of
fund accounting and public
agency budgeting
*Business arithmetic and basic
financial and statistical techniques
*Applicable federal, state, and
local laws, regulatory codes,
ordinances, and procedures
relevant to assigned area of
responsibility
*Examine, analyze, and process IT
and GIS data
*Compile complex written technical
and administrative reports and
recommendations
*Establish and maintain cooperative
relations with representatives of
departments and agencies
*Attend regional conservation
meetings with other departments,
agencies or the public
*Plan, organize and coordinate the
work of unit personnel
*Manage large, complex technical
contracts
*Oversee vendors and
consultants working from remote
locations
*Analyze problems, evaluate
alternatives, and recommend
course of action and strategy
*Communicate complex ideas and
translate technical information
into user-understandable terms
with tact, patience, courtesy, and
with a sense of urgency as
necessary
*Obtain user involvement and buy-
off for all projects under
development
*Audit performance in
workgroups and suggest
improvement processes
*Establish and meet service level
agreement with users
*Continuously improve
technology and services offered
to business units
*Prepare and administer budgets;
allocate limited resources in a cost
effective manner
*Plan, organize, direct, and
coordinate the work of technical
and administrative personnel;
*Gather, examine, analyze, and
process GIS data
*Reason logically, draw valid
conclusions, and make appropriate
recommendations
*Resolve technical problems and
innovate more efficient use of
GIS/IT resources
*Perform systems analysis work
and problem solving
*Effectively supervise subordinates
*Interpret and follow written and
oral instructions
*Prepare and compile complex
written technical reports and
documents
*Plan and conduct effective
research studies applying
appropriate and effective
methodology.
*Plan, organize, and carry out
assignments from management
staff with minimal direction.
*Perform difficult and complex
research on a wide variety of
administrative topics including
planning and program
requirements, funding, budget
proposals, and operational
alternatives.
*Perform complex data analysis
and data mining.
*Procure and administer
contracts.
*Perform system and transaction
audits.
*Analyze, interpret, summarize,
and present administrative and
technical information and data in
an effective manner.
*Research, analyze, and evaluate
new service delivery and
improvements in operations,
methods, procedures, and
techniques.
*Prepare clear and concise
reports, correspondence, policies,
*Evaluate and supervise the work of
subordinate staff
*Interpret and analyze complex
data and material and draw logical
conclusions
*Understand, interpret, and apply
laws, rules, regulations, and policies
and procedures related to
accounting operations
*Maintain complex records and
prepare complex reports and
financial statements
*Prepare oral and written reports
*Assist in developing and
implementing goals, objectives,
practices, policies, procedures,
and work standards.
*Plan, organize, administer,
coordinate, review, evaluate, and
personally participate in
comprehensive accounting
functions.
*Prepare and maintain clear and
accurate financial reports,
correspondence, policies,
procedures, and other written
materials.
*Analyze complex accounting
and/or fiscal issues and
recommend resolutions.
*Understand the relationships
among fiscal or statistical records
and documents
*Understand transactions in terms
of accounting codes and
classification
*Perform a wide variety of difficult
and responsible
financial/accounting duties
*Maintain and monitor control
totals of primary accounting record
sources and summarize and
assimilate into reports and other
accounting documents
*Understand and interpret the
principles, laws and procedures
involved in the bookkeeping and
auditing functions; gather and
analyze a variety of financial data
and draw logical conclusions
*Perform technical accounting
support work accurately, in a
timely manner, and under general
supervision
*Review documents related to
department operations; observe,
identify, and solve technical issues
and procedural problems;
understand, interpret, and explain
department policies and
procedures; explain operation and
respond to accounting issues for
the public and staff
*Interpret, apply, explain, and
ensure compliance with applicable
federal, state, and local laws,
rules, regulations, policies, and
procedures related to accounting,
budgeting, project accounting,
grants, fixed assets, bond
requisitions, payroll, and related
areas
*Establish, maintain, and research
payroll and related accounting
records and files
*Make accurate arithmetic,
financial, and statistical
computations
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Education
Experience
Accountable To
FLSA
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC
Chief of Technical Information IT Administrator GIS/IT Database Manager Senior Management Analyst -
Toll Program
Supervising Accountant (C)Accountant Accounting Technician II Accounting Technician (General)
Graduation from an accredited
college or university with a
Bachelor's degree, preferably with a
major in computer science,
information systems, electronics
engineering, voice/data
communications, public/business
administration, or a closely related
field to the assignment. Additional
qualifying IT systems analysis or
administration experience may be
substituted 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
Bachelor’s degree from an
accredited college or university
with major coursework in
information technology, computer
science or a closely related field
Graduation from an accredited
college or university with a
Bachelor's degree in geographic
information systems, automated
mapping, land surveying,
geography, cartography, computer
science, computer information
systems, data processing,
Information management, or a
closely related field to the
assignment. (Additional qualifying
experience may be substituted 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.)
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree
in business, computer science,
public administration,
transportation planning,
economics, or a closely related
field.
OPTION I-Graduation from an
accredited college or university with
a Bachelor's degree in accounting.
OPTION II-Graduation from an
accredited college or university with
a Bachelor's degree in accounting or
a closely related field to the
assignment with a specialization in
accounting coursework. (A
specialization is interpreted as the
completion of at least 18 semester
or 27 quarter units in accounting,
auditing, taxation, financial
reporting, financial statement
analysis, or external and internal
reporting.)
OPTION III-Possession of a valid
certificate as a Certified Public
Accountant or Certified Internal
Auditor.
Equivalent to graduation from an
accredited four-year college or
university with major coursework
in accounting, finance, business or
public administration, or a closely
related field
1 year of the required non-
specialized experience may be
substituted with the completion of
12 semester or 18 quarter units in
accounting from an accredited
college or university.
All required experience may be
substituted with a Bachelor of
Arts/Science degree in Business
Administration with an emphasis in
Accounting from an accredited
college or university.
Equivalent to the completion of
the 12th grade
4 years of considerable,
progressively responsible
experience in an administrative or
staff capacity with responsibility for
planning, organizing and
implementing I T and/or GIS
programs and projects, including
leading and/or coordinating staff
performing systems analysis,
applications programming, and/or
network or database
administration. Completion of
graduate level courses in computer
science, information systems, or
public/business administration may
substitute for the required
experience on the basis of 30
semester or 45 quarter units
equaling one year of the required
experience). Possession of a valid
Land Surveyors License. (Certificate
of registration as a Civil Engineer
issued by the California State Board
of Registration for Professional
Engineers is preferred.
At least 5 years of progressively
responsible IT project
management, computer systems
operation, programming and/or
systems analysis experience
4 years of successful journey-level,
GIS or IT job-related experience
with 2 of those years, Including
supervisory or lead duties, over
staff engaged in technically
advanced GIS or IT-related work.
Minimum of 5 years of
professional experience involving
complex principles and practices
of systems, operations or project
development and knowledge of
complex analytical principles.
OPTION I-2 years as a professional
accountant or auditor equivalent to
a County of Riverside Accountant II
performing the full range of journey
level accounting or auditing
assignments.
OPTION II-2 years as a professional
accountant or auditor equivalent to
a County of Riverside Accountant II
performing the full range of journey
level accounting or auditing
assignments.
OPTION III-1 year equivalent to a
County of Riverside Senior
Accountant which included acting in
a lead capacity over accounting and
clerical staff performing complex
technical accounting or auditing
work.
3 years of responsible
professional accounting
experience, preferably in the
public sector. Additional
experience can substitute for the
required education on a year-for-
year basis.
1 year as an Accounting Technician I
or Supervising Accounting Assistant
with the County of Riverside or an
equivalent position OR 4 years of
experience in the maintenance and
review of fiscal, financial or
statistical records including 1 year in
the reconciliation of accounts
(experience in reconciling
governmental budget accounts is
preferred). 1 year of the required
non-specialized experience may be
substituted as listed under
Education.
5 years of general accounting
experience, preferably in
municipal accounting
Director of Administrative Services Administrative Services Manager
(Clerk of the Board)
Chief of Technical Information Toll Operations Manager Administrative Manager (Fiscal)Accounting Supervisor Supervising Accountant Accounting Supervisor
Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
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Salary Range
Range Minimum
Range Maximum
Class Summary
Duties
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC
Secretary II Administrative Assistant Director of Land Acquisition Right of Way Manager Land Acquisition Analyst Senior Management Analyst -
Right of Way
Senior Real Property Agent Senior Management Analyst -
Right of Way
Director of Reserve
Management/Monitoring
Non comparable Ecological Resources Specialist Non comparable
253 17 629 53 469 43 379 43 629 469
$3,331 $4,144 $8,825 $9,973 $7,335 $7,814 $5,262 $7,814 $8,825 $7,335
$4,817 $5,595 $14,243 $13,464 $11,827 $10,549 $7,637 $10,549 $14,243 $11,827
Secretarial and complex clerical
tasks of an administrative nature
and non-routine duties
Administrative support duties Assistant Director level Program management class Journey level class Advanced journey level class in
Management Analyst series
Advanced journey level and lead
level class in the Real Property
Agent
Advanced journey level class in
Management Analyst series
Professional level class Journey level class
*Types/keyboards correspondence,
reports, memoranda, case records,
documents, orders, payrolls,
statistical data {e.g., charts, tables,
graphs) from rough drafts, marginal
notes, or general instructions
*Schedules appointments and
relieves supervisor of
administrative detail, such as,
checking time and attendance
reports and approving purchase
requisitions; assists in carrying out
administrative policies and
procedures
*Takes and transcribes dictation
from voice recording, shorthand,
speedwriting, stenography, or
steno script; takes and
types/keyboards minutes of
meetings
*Assembles information from
various sources and arranges into
proper format; proofreads written
materials to identify errors in
punctuation, spelling, and grammar;
sets up and maintains office files,
records and indexes
*Provides general information to
office and telephone callers and/or
refers them to appropriate party;
maintains control files to monitor
*Provides administrative support
to RCTC staff by assisting with
duties, including composing,
typing, proofreading, scanning,
and distributing documents and
maintaining filing systems and
databases
*Gathers, assembles, updates,
and distributes a variety of RCTC
specific information, documents,
forms, records, and data as
requested; gathers data and
assists in preparing a variety of
reports, including Perris Valley
Federal Transit Administration
reports and various legislative
reports
*Composes, types, formats, edits,
and proofreads a variety of
complex documents, including
forms, memos, presentations,
and correspondence for RCTC
staff from rough drafts, verbal
instructions, or transcribing
machine recordings; checks drafts
for punctuation, spelling, and
grammar; makes or suggests
corrections to drafts
*Updates and maintains the RCTC
website, including news articles,
agendas, reports, and other
*Draft policies and procedures
relating to the implementation and
administration of the MSCHP in
keeping with federal, state, and
local laws and regulations; gather
comments relating to these drafts
from other stakeholders, state and
federal agencies, and other
interested parties, incorporating
them into final drafts for the
approval of the Executive Director,
RC; maintain current final operating
policies and procedures of the
regional conservation department
*Assist the Executive Director, RC in
developing strategies for property
acquisition programs; gather data,
analytical evaluations, and draft
recommendations for the
development of long-range planning
such as expansion and growth
forecasting
*Direct and guide the preparation of
property appraisals, deeds,
ownership transfers, leases, and
other agreements; direct the
establishment of systems for
maintaining all property and facility
space utilization inventories of the
regional conservation department;
coordinate and administer right-of-
*Plans, organizes, and manages
the ROW component of a number
of major transportation programs
and projects funded with
Measure A, local, state, and
federal sources
*Leads and oversees work of
consultant teams as part of the
major transportation programs
and projects
*Reviews for recommendation
and/or approval various ROW
documents, including notices to
property owners, appraisals,
offers of just compensation,
administrative settlements,
purchase agreements, relocation
notices and claims, and invoices
*Plans, organizes, and manages
projects to promote timely use of
funds and adherence to program
guidelines, including federal
regulations
*Coordinates the preparation and
compliance of right of way
component of project delivery
schedules; ensures the timely
delivery of ROW for all
construction projects
*Reviews and monitors the
attainment of capital
*Assist the Executive Director, RC in
planning, organizing, and directing
land acquisition activities for
regional conservation efforts
*Develop and implement
administrative policies and
procedures
*Coordinate the land acquisition
process, grant management, and
fiscal and administrative operations,
which may Include, but not be
limited to, the functions of fiscal
control, personnel management,
procurement, facility operations,
and contract negotiation and
administration
*Conduct and coordinate research,
design, and development for the
agency of routine to highly
specialized land acquisitions
*Conduct or direct complex studies
and develop recommendations on
administrative and programmatic
policy and operational issues and
changes
*Attend and represent the regional
conservation interests of the
County at various governmental
and community regional
conservation group meetings; make
presentations on various programs
*Develops and administers the
performance of technical tasks in
the areas of ROW acquisition,
relocation of displaced individuals
and business, ROW engineering,
valuation, business goodwill
estimation, property clearance,
environmental site assessment,
sale of surplus properties, utility
relocation, and eminent domain
support; ensures that ROW is
certified on time, prior to
construction
*Oversees consultant progress
and services including ensuring
consultants provide regular
updates, adherence to established
deadlines, adequate
communication, and conduct of
recurring status meetings;
reviews and recommends all
consultant prepared agreements
and documents for approval
*Prepares for, attends, and
participates in ROW meetings on
all projects and property-related
matters
*Reviews various ROW related
documents, including appraisal
reports, environmental site
assessments, ROW mapping,
*Plans, organizes, supervises, and
participates in the work of real
property agents; provides technical
direction and training to
subordinate staff
*Acts as project leader or technical
expert in large-scale or complex real
property assignments, including
appraisals, negotiations for
acquisition, sale, and lease of
property, real property and space
management, or involving
condemnation proceedings, title
matters, relocation assistance, and
other particularly sensitive aspects
of real property work
*Assigns and reviews the work of
subordinate professional staff;
reviews appraisals performed by
independent fee appraisers
*Prepares or supervises and
reviews the preparation and
executions of various documents,
agreements, and correspondence
involved in real property
acquisition, sale, or lease
*Advises and assists staff with the
more technical, difficult, and
unusual assignments; arranges for
or provides staff training and
development opportunities
*Develops and administers the
performance of technical tasks in
the areas of ROW acquisition,
relocation of displaced individuals
and business, ROW engineering,
valuation, business goodwill
estimation, property clearance,
environmental site assessment,
sale of surplus properties, utility
relocation, and eminent domain
support; ensures that ROW is
certified on time, prior to
construction
*Oversees consultant progress
and services including ensuring
consultants provide regular
updates, adherence to established
deadlines, adequate
communication, and conduct of
recurring status meetings;
reviews and recommends all
consultant prepared agreements
and documents for approval
*Prepares for, attends, and
participates in ROW meetings on
all projects and property-related
matters
*Reviews various ROW related
documents, including appraisal
reports, environmental site
assessments, ROW mapping,
*Draft policies and procedures
relating to the implementation and
administration of the MSCHP in
keeping with federal, state and local
laws and regulations; gather
comments relating to these drafts
from stakeholders, state and
federal agencies, and other
interested parties, incorporating
them into final drafts for the
approval of the Executive Director,
RC; maintain current final operating
policies and procedures of the
regional conservation department
*Assist the Executive Director, RC in
developing strategies for reserve
management and monitoring, and
reserves uses; management of
projects and programs; gather data,
analytical evaluations and draft
recommendations for the
development of long-range planning
such as expansion and growth
forecasting
*Direct and guide the management
and monitoring of the regional
conservation reserve; direct the
establishment of systems for
maintaining all property and facility
space utilization inventories of the
regional conservation department;
*Participate in the implementation
of the MSHCP; provide technical
expertise needed to effectively
implement the plan
*Assist in the coordination of
environmental site research and
planning by other agencies, private
groups, or individuals
*Conduct MSHCP biological
resource evaluations and assist in
determining the types of mitigation
required of proposed projects in
very sensitive habitat areas in order
to implement habitat conservation
plans
*Provide information regarding the
results of MSHCP implementation to
federal and state agencies
*Review biological reports and
other environmental data to
determine consistency with the
MSHCP; make comments and
request further information as
needed to determine the type and
nature of appropriate mitigation
measures for any biological
resources found on properties
*Prepare MSHCP findings for
proposed projects, which include
documentation of reserve assembly
consistency and biological
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RCTC and RCA Classification Analysis
August 2020
Distinguishing Characteristics
Knowledge
Skills/Abilities
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC
Secretary II Administrative Assistant Director of Land Acquisition Right of Way Manager Land Acquisition Analyst Senior Management Analyst -
Right of Way
Senior Real Property Agent Senior Management Analyst -
Right of Way
Director of Reserve
Management/Monitoring
Non comparable Ecological Resources Specialist Non comparable
Confidential designation Journey-level class in the
administrative office support class
series
Provide operational expertise and
knowledge for the acquisition of
real property acquired by the
regional conservation department.
The incumbent further negotiates
the acquisition of core conservation
habitat area, linkages, and rights-of-
way, monitors funding sources
available for land acquisitions,
prepares budgets, and coordinates
regional conservation space
utilization
Manages all activities related to
Right-of-Way and property
management programs; organizes
and oversees day-to-day
development and management of
Right-of-Way and property
management programs and
activities
Responsible for administration and
direction of diverse operations,
which may include but not limited
to, acquiring land for reserve
assembly, grant writing and
management, policy determination,
facility operations and services,
financial planning, personnel
management, and procurement
administration
Performs varied research and
analysis to support RCTC projects
and programs, including
acquisition and delivery of ROW,
management and disposal of
property, and program evaluation
Provides technical supervision and
training of Real Property Agents
involved in real property
acquisition, negotiation, appraisal,
lease, sale, or space management,
while performing or providing
guidance to staff with the most
complex, specialized or sensitive
real property activities; in conflict
with current organizational layout
as this position does not supervise
any employees
Performs varied research and
analysis to support RCTC projects
and programs, including
acquisition and delivery of ROW,
management and disposal of
property, and program evaluation
Provides operational expertise and
in-depth factual knowledge for the
management and monitoring of all
aspects of the regional conservation
reserve, which includes obtaining
rights of entry, monitoring funding
sources available for reserve
management and monitoring,
preparing budgets, and
coordinating regional conservation
space utilization
Responsible for the analysis and
implementation of the MSHCP
(Multiple Species Habitat
Conservation Plan) and programs
for the management and protection
of wildlife habitats and the natural
resources of the County.
Incumbents will review and
evaluate the biological elements of
land use applications and ensure
practical implementation of regional
ecological policies and guidelines
*Typing layouts and formats
*Operation and uses of common
and automated office equipment
including automatic or memory
typewriter, personal computer,
word processor, copier
*Filing systems (chronologic,
numeric, alphabetic, subject area,
tickler); business English including
spelling, punctuation, grammar,
capitalization
and word usage
*Record keeping and clerical
monitor/procedures
*Basic office procedure
*Arithmetic
*Principles and methods of public
and business administration
*Organizational, fiscal and staff
management
*Contractual and related document
preparation and negotiation
*Riverside County territory and its
private and public property
utilization
*GIS mapping techniques and
procedures
*Administrative principles and
practices, including goal setting,
program development,
implementation, and evaluation,
and project management
*Organization and management
practices as applied to the
development, analysis, and
evaluation of ROW and property
management, programs and
operational needs of the assigned
programs
*Principles and practices of real
estate appraisal, law, engineering,
and negotiations
*Principles and practices of
budget development and
administration, contract
administration, and sound
financial management policies and
procedures
*Principles and practices of
employee supervision, including
work planning, assignment,
review and evaluation, and the
training of staff in work
procedures
*Applicable federal, state, and
local laws, regulatory codes,
ordinances, and procedures
governing ROW and property
*Principles and methods of public
and/or business administration
*Organization, fiscal and personnel
management
*Budget preparation and control
*Methods, procedures and
equipment
*Federal and state regulations
governing ROW acquisition,
relocation, and property
management
*Working knowledge of the
National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) and the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
regulations
*Principles and practices of
preparing ROW acquisition
schedules and budgets
*Principles and practices of
hazardous materials inspection
and mitigation
*Principles and practices of
negotiation and communications
*Advanced project and/or
program management, analytical
processes, and report preparation
techniques
*Advanced organizational and
operational practices as applied to
the analysis, evaluation,
development, and implementation
of programs, policies, and
procedures
*Budget development and
administration and sound
financial management policies and
procedures
*The laws pertaining to real
property leasing and the acquisition
of land, improvements, and rights-
of way for highways, flood control
projects, and other public purposes
*The principles and practices of
supervision and training; the factors
involved in appraising real property
and the principles underlying the
appraisal process
*Legal instruments and procedures
of real property transactions
*Real property values and the
effects of economic trends on value
and price, and construction costs
and improvements
*Leasing agreements and practices
*Methods and procedures of
relocation assistance
*Methods and techniques of facility
space management
*Federal and state regulations
governing ROW acquisition,
relocation, and property
management
*Working knowledge of the
National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) and the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
regulations
*Principles and practices of
preparing ROW acquisition
schedules and budgets
*Principles and practices of
hazardous materials inspection
and mitigation
*Principles and practices of
negotiation and communications
*Advanced project and/or
program management, analytical
processes, and report preparation
techniques
*Advanced organizational and
operational practices as applied to
the analysis, evaluation,
development, and implementation
of programs, policies, and
procedures
*Budget development and
administration and sound
financial management policies and
procedures
*Principles and methods of public
and business administration
*Organizational, fiscal and staff
management
*Contractual and related document
preparation and negotiation
*Riverside County territory and its
private and public property
utilization in detail
*GIS mapping techniques and
procedures
*The methods and procedures for
conducting field studies and
obtaining research data
*The natural history, conservation,
preservation, wildlife habitat, and
endangered species of Riverside
County
*Map interpretation
*Laws relating to environmental
resource protection, including the
California Environmental Quality Act
and National Environmental Policy
Act
*Operate standard and modern
office equipment
*Proofread and review work for
accuracy and completeness
*Input and retrieve data from
computerized record keeping
systems
*Prioritize and route telephone calls
and mail
*Monitor staff assignment
deadlines
*Type 50 net words per minute, and
take shorthand or note taking at
100 net words per minute may be
required
*Analyze operational problems,
reach practical and logical
conclusions, and implement
effective solutions
*Maintain professional objectivity
and neutrality under stressful
circumstances, and develop and
maintain cooperative working
relationships in difficult situations
*Coordinate, plan, organize, and
direct the work of others
*Prepare clear and concise, complex
documents
*Recommend and implement
goals, objectives, and practices
for providing effective and
efficient services
*Manage and monitor complex
programs and projects, on-time
and within budget
*Manage ROW, real estate, and
property management activities
and special projects involving
participation by diverse and
varied interests
*Plan, organize, assign, review,
and evaluate the work of staff;
train staff in work procedures
*Interpret, apply, explain, and
ensure compliance with federal,
state, and local policies,
procedures, laws, and regulations
*Evaluate and develop
improvements in operations,
procedures, policies, or methods
*Prepare clear and concise
reports, correspondence, policies,
procedures, and other written
materials
*Analyze, interpret, summarize
and present technical information
and data in an effective manner
*Conduct complex research
projects, evaluate alternatives,
*Analyze administrative problems,
reach practical and logical
conclusions and put effective
solutions into practice
*Develop cooperative working
relationships
*Plan, organize and direct the work
of others
*Prepare clear and concise reports
*Perform programmatic
administrative, budgeting, and
operational reporting activities
*Plan and conduct effective
research studies applying
appropriate and effective
methodology
*Plan, organize, and carry out
assignments from management
staff with minimal direction
*Perform difficult and complex
research on a wide variety of
administrative topics including
ROW program requirements,
funding, budget proposals, and
operational alternatives
*Analyze, interpret, summarize,
and present administrative and
technical information and data in
an effective manner
*Research, analyze, and evaluate
new service delivery and
improvements in operations,
methods, procedures, and
techniques
*Prepare clear and concise
reports, correspondence, policies,
procedures, and other written
materials
*Interpret, apply, explain, and
ensure compliance with applicable
*Supervise, train, and coordinate
the work of staff involved in real
property valuation, acquisition,
leasing or management
*Effectively conduct complicated
appraisals, difficult or sensitive right-
of-way or lease negotiations and
relocation assistance, and the
resolution of related problems
*Understand and interpret legal
property descriptions, property
maps, engineering and construction
plans, and the various legal
instruments and agreements
connected with real property
actions
*To do technical research and
prepare comprehensive reports,
establish and maintain effective and
tactful communications with public
and private officials, the general
public, and other employees
*Perform programmatic
administrative, budgeting, and
operational reporting activities
*Plan and conduct effective
research studies applying
appropriate and effective
methodology
*Plan, organize, and carry out
assignments from management
staff with minimal direction
*Perform difficult and complex
research on a wide variety of
administrative topics including
ROW program requirements,
funding, budget proposals, and
operational alternatives
*Analyze, interpret, summarize,
and present administrative and
technical information and data in
an effective manner
*Research, analyze, and evaluate
new service delivery and
improvements in operations,
methods, procedures, and
techniques
*Prepare clear and concise
reports, correspondence, policies,
procedures, and other written
materials
*Interpret, apply, explain, and
ensure compliance with applicable
*Analyze operational problems,
reach practical and logical
conclusions and implement
effective solutions
*Maintain professional objectivity
and neutrality under stressful
circumstances, developing and
maintaining cooperative working
relationships in difficult situations
*Coordinate, plan, organize and
direct the work of others
*Prepare clear and concise, yet
complex, documents
*Communicate clearly and
effectively, both in writing and
orally
*Interpret land records and maps
*Organize and conduct research
studies
*Make analyses and
recommendations based on
findings from studies, field
observations and public contacts
*Use computer hardware/software
in data storage and retrieval, and
statistical analysis
*Work with minimal supervision
*Establish and maintain effective
working relationships with others
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Riverside County Transportation Commission
RCTC and RCA Classification Analysis
August 2020
Education
Experience
Accountable To
FLSA
RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC RCA RCTC
Secretary II Administrative Assistant Director of Land Acquisition Right of Way Manager Land Acquisition Analyst Senior Management Analyst -
Right of Way
Senior Real Property Agent Senior Management Analyst -
Right of Way
Director of Reserve
Management/Monitoring
Non comparable Ecological Resources Specialist Non comparable
Completion of 18 semester or 27
quarter units from a recognized
college or 360 hours of training
from a recognized occupational
training program in secretarial
sciences, office practices, business
education, or a closely related field
may be substituted for 1 year of
nonspecialized clerical experience
Completion of the 12th grade Graduation from an accredited
college or university with a
Bachelor's degree, preferably with a
major in public or business
administration, or a closely related
field to the assignment. (Substantial
qualifying experience may be
substituted for the required college
education.)
Equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in
business administration, public
administration, real estate,
planning, finance, or a closely
related field
Graduation from an accredited
college or university with a
Bachelor's degree, preferably with a
major in business or public
administration, or a closely related
field to the assignment. (Substantial
qualifying experience may be
substituted for the required college
education on a year-for-year basis.)
Bachelor’s degree in business
administration, real estate,
finance, or a closely related field
A Senior Right of Way
Professional (SR/WA) designation
from the International Right of
Way Association and an
Associate’s degree in business
administration, real estate,
finance, or a closely related field
may be substituted for a
Bachelor’s degree
Graduation from an accredited
college with a Bachelor's Degree,
preferably with major coursework
in economics, business or public
administration, or a closely related
field. (Additional qualifying
experience may be substituted for
the required education on the basis
of one year of full-time experience
equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter
units of education.)
Bachelor’s degree in business
administration, real estate,
finance, or a closely related field
A Senior Right of Way
Professional (SR/WA) designation
from the International Right of
Way Association and an
Associate’s degree in business
administration, real estate,
finance, or a closely related field
may be substituted for a
Bachelor’s degree
Graduation from an accredited
college or university with a
Bachelor's degree, preferably with a
major in business or public
administration, or a closely related
field to the assignment. (Substantial
qualifying experience may be
substituted for the required college
education.)
Graduation from an accredited
college or university with a
Bachelor's degree, preferably with a
major in biological sciences,
ecology, natural resource
management/analysis,
environmental studies, or a closely
related field to the assignment
*1 year as Secretary I with Riverside
County
OR
3 years of stenographic or
increasingly responsible, broad and
varied clerical experience, 1 year of
which must have been in a
secretarial or stenographic capacity
performing a wide range of complex
clerical or stenographic duties
3 years of office support and
public contact experience
Gathering and compiling facts and
statistics in order to evaluate
program effectiveness and
forecasting; preparing and
reviewing contractual and
regulatory documents; composing
and maintaining complex program
records and systems applications;
coordinating and conducting
program activities, including
personal negotiation with real
property owners and developers
regarding acquisition and rights-of-
way/easements; in effective and
efficient land acquisition and
utilization in Riverside County.
7 years of professional experience
in ROW and real property
program management, including
real estate appraisals,
acquisitions, and asset/property
management, as well as
experience related to public
improvement projects and
expertise in California Department
of Transportation (Caltrans),
Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA), and Federal Transit
Agency (FTA) processes,
procedures, and regulations are
also required
Substantial experience must include
all of the following functions:
Gathering and compiling facts and
statistics in order to evaluate
program effectiveness;
recommending program revisions;
preparing and reviewing program
grant and funding requests;
coordinating and conducting studies
relating to land acquisition, related
administrative and operational
activities, and due diligence
procedures
5 years of professional experience
in ROW activities, preferably in
highway, rail, and other
transportation modes
3 years of experience in the
appraisal and negotiation for the
acquisition of real property and
rights-of-way, or negotiation,
preparation, and management of
complex leasing agreements and
facility space utilization and
allocation management. (In some
departments general experience in
real estate sales and transfers will
not be considered as the equivalent
of the required real property
appraisal and negotiation
experience.)
5 years of professional experience
in ROW activities, preferably in
highway, rail, and other
transportation modes
Substantial experience in: 1)
gathering and compiling facts and
statistics in order to evaluate
program effectiveness and
forecasting; 2) preparing and
reviewing contractual and
regulatory documents; 3)
composing and maintaining
complex program records and
systems applications; 4)
coordinating and conducting
program activities, including
personal negotiation with real
property owners and developers
regarding acquisition and rights-of
way/easements; 5) effective and
efficient land acquisition and
utilization in Riverside County
Option 1:
1 year as an Ecological Resource
Specialist I with the County of
Riverside
Option 2:
2 years of professional experience
in research techniques, surveys,
and statistical methods, preferably
in ecology, natural resources, or
environmental studies, with a
minimum of 1 year in field work
experience in natural resource
management, wildlife management,
biological research, ecology, or
habitat restoration performing
professional field staff support
duties for the management of
wildlife habitats, restoration of
native habitat through re-
vegetation, conducting biological
surveys of plant and animal species,
or similar activities. (Completion of
graduate level courses from an
accredited college or university in
biological sciences, ecology, natural
resource management/analysis,
environmental studies, or a closely
related field to the assignment may
substitute for the required non-field
experience on the basis of 30
Administrative Manager (Board
Services)
Office and Board Services
Manager
Deputy Executive Director Project Delivery Director Director of Land Acquisition Right of Way Manager Land Acquisition Analyst Right of Way Manager Deputy Executive Director Director of Reserve
Management/Monitoring
Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt Exempt
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From:Tara Byerly
To:Tara Byerly
Cc:Anne Mayer; John Standiford; Lisa Mobley
Subject:RCTC: November Special Executive Meeting Agenda - November 12, 2020
Date:Wednesday, November 4, 2020 2:34:12 PM
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Good afternoon Executive Committee Members,
The November Agenda for the Special Executive Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday,
November 12, 2020 @ 9:00 a.m. is available.
https://www.rctc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/November-Special-Executive-Agenda.pdf
Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, (March 18, 2020), the meeting will
only be conducted via video conferencing and by telephone. Please follow the instructions
below to join the meeting remotely. For any questions regarding the Zoom meeting or to
schedule a test run, please contact Lisa Mobley at lmobley@rctc.org or 951-288-2680.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://rctc.zoom.us/j/86761344945
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Meeting ID: 867 6134 4945
Please let me know if there are any questions. Thank you.
Respectfully,
Tara Byerly
Deputy Clerk of the Board
Riverside County Transportation Commission
951.787.7141 W |951.787.7906 F
4080 Lemon St. 3rd Fl.| P.O. Box 12008 Riverside, CA 92502
rctc.org
RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING
ROLL CALL
NOVEMBER 12 , 2020
Present Absent
County of Riverside, District I X
County of Riverside, District II X
County of Riverside, District III X
County of Riverside, District IV X
County of Riverside, District V X
City of Beaumont X
City of Jurupa Valley X
City of Palm Desert X
City of Palm Springs X
City of Temecula X
City of Wildomar X