Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager)

Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager)

Salary

$135,357.96 - $214,763.48 Annually

Location

Riverside

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-76410-01

Department

TLMA Planning

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

7/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
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• Questions

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

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Planning Department of Riverside Countys Transportation and Land Management Agency (TLMA) has an opportunity for an Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager). The Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager) will be assigned to the Development Review division that is located in Riverside.

The Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager) typically reports to the Planning Director, or an appropriate executive management level classification. The Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager) is responsible for providing a high level of management support to the Planning Director in the operation of the Planning Department as a whole. This responsibility includes providing management direction for one or more functions performed by the Planning Department, including all activities within the Current and Advanced Planning divisions, environmental planning and CEQA review, administration of budget and contracts, as well as handling personnel and hiring matters.

The Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager) is distinguished from the Planning Director, in that the latter has the overall responsibility and authority as the Department Head to direct the Planning Department, and all associated programs and services, including the implementation of a comprehensive land use and long-term General Plan for Riverside County. The position requires travel to various offsite locations as needed.

The Assistant Planning Director (TLMA Planning Manager) is distinguished from the Planning Director, in that the latter has the overall responsibility and authority as the Department Head to direct the Planning Department, and all associated programs and services, including the implementation of a comprehensive land use and long-term General Plan for Riverside County.

This class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (8) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the Board of Supervisors.

This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.

Meet the Team!

The Planning Department is responsible for Riverside Countys General Plan, a comprehensive long-range plan intended to guide the growth and development of unincorporated areas within the County. This department formulates growth management plans and zoning for the County.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist the Planning Director with planning, organizing and directing department operations; manage, monitor, plan, and coordinate one or more functions within the department including all activities within the Current and Advanced planning divisions, environmental planning and CEQA review, administration of the budget contracts, as well as handling personnel and hiring matters.
• Review proposed or adopted legislation to determine impact on department operations.
• Interpret and administer state mandates and provisions of the County General Plan and related County ordinances; formulate, recommend, implement, and monitor operational goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; assist in the formulation and implementation of long-range goals; make recommendations to the Planning Director for improved operations.
• Select and assign subordinate personnel; review and authorize personnel actions; evaluate subordinate management and supervisory staff; evaluate staff training needs.
• Prepare and direct the preparation of correspondence and reports including Board agenda transmittals, general plan reports, grant/funding proposals, and other major project reports.
• Plan, develop and monitor a budget according to the goals and objectives of the Planning Department; direct the compilation of budget data and control of expenditures.
• Establish and maintain effective policies, practices and procedures; interpret applicable laws, rules and regulations pertaining to land use and planning activities; evaluate proposed or adopted legislation and recommend changes to policy and procedures to ensure compliance; determine the potential or actual impact on the community and the County's General Plan.
• Establish expectations and assist with the development of a culture that focuses on continuous quality improvement; plan, prioritize and manage the performance improvement process; ensure implementation of processes and measure, assess and improve performance in assigned planning and land use areas; utilize data to identify and pursue opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate and provide management direction on areas within assigned purview; partner with departments within TLMA, as well as other County departments; serve as a liaison for members of the public, the development community and private agencies as needed.
• Review, develop and implement policies and procedures that guide and support the scope of services in assigned areas.
• Assist with managing Planning Department contracts related to Planning staff and special projects; ensure contract work is within budget expectations and deliverables are completed on time.
• Interact with members of the Board of Supervisors and their staff regarding community issues and/or constituent complaints; represent the Department at meetings, conferences, city council meetings, Municipal Advisory Council meetings, and seminars, and on County-wide planning matters; make presentations to County Board of Supervisors and conduct public hearings; foster effective working relationships with federal agencies, regional and local agencies, commissions, boards, cities and community organizations; collaborate with stakeholders to develop new programs to meet department needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in planning, environmental science, public administration, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in planning, urban design, business/public administration or a related field, which included three years of supervisory or lead experience. Experience in a comparable jurisdiction performing planning-related activities is highly preferred.

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of planning, land use and environmental compliance; pertinent state and federal standards, laws and regulations affecting land use and planning; environmental laws, rules and regulations pertaining to long range and community planning; principles and techniques of modern management, organization, budgeting, and personnel management; contract negotiation techniques; project/program coordination; collaboration and organizational skills; computers and computer applications relative to the position.

Ability to: Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and coordinate the work of professional, technical and clerical staff; analyze complex, technical and administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action; supervise the conduct of comprehensive studies and preparation of reports including recommendations; make effective presentations to, and participate in a variety of meetings and conferences with, other governmental agencies and the public; negotiate service contracts and agreements; interpret and administer contracts, agreements, training programs, and operating policies; interpret and apply legislative mandates to assigned program(s)/project(s); establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate effectively in verbal and written form with a wide variety of agencies, organizations and individuals.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment

Contact Danilo Lozano at DaLozano@rivco.org or 951-955-1605. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

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

Reasonable Accommodations

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

Proof of Education

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

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

Work Authorization Requirement

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Pre-Employment

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

Probationary Period

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

General Information

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

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

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

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

BENEFIT PROGRAM: MCU

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

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

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

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

A new member is defined as any of the following:

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

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

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

Note:

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

Option 2.

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

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

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

ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours

36 to <108 months = 10.46 Hours
108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

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

• Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:

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

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

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

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

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

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

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

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

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

02

What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university, preferably with a major in planning, environmental science, public administration, or a closely related field to the assignment?

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

03

How many years of progressively responsible experience in planning, urban design, business/public administration or a related field do you have? (Include details on your resume/application)

• No experience
• Less than twelve months
• One year or more, but less than two
• Two years or more, but less than three
• Three years or more, but less than four
• Four years or more, but less than five
• Five years or more, but less than six
• Six years or more, but less than seven
• Seven years or more, but less than eight
• Eight years or more, but less than nine
• Nine years or more

04

Do you have at least three years of supervisory or lead experience in planning, urban design, business/public administration, or a related field? (Include details on your resume/application)

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience in a comparable jurisdiction (e.g., a city, county, or regional planning agency) performing planning-related activities? (Include details on your resume/application)

• Yes
• No

06

How many years of experience do you have in professional transportation planning that included responsibility for managing the process for transportation projects? (Include details on your resume/application)

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

07

How many years of experience do you have monitoring and managing budgets and finances in a public agency? (Include details on your resume/application)

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

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

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