PROJECT MANAGER - HOUSING & HUMAN SERVICES

PROJECT MANAGER - HOUSING & HUMAN SERVICES

Salary

$87,360.00 - $175,068.00 Annually

Location

Riverside, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-8131-03

Department

Housing & Human Services

Division

HHS-Homeless Outreach

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

11/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Project Manager to fill one (1) vacancy in the Homeless Outreach Division of the Housing and Human Services Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The Project Manager, under general direction, will develop and implement strategies, policies and programs related to the delivery of homeless programs and services; to work closely with other Divisions, City Departments, and outside agencies to coordinate timely and seamless service delivery of services; to provide professional and technical staff assistance; and to do related work as required.

For positions indicating a salary range from 1N - 2X, the top 15% of the pay range cannot be offered upon hire or upon an employee promotion.

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist the department Director, General Manager or designee in establishing goals, objectives, priorities, schedules and budgets for individual programs, projects and events.
• Serve as a liaison to local organizations, businesses, developers, real estate brokers, public agencies, property owners, legislative representatives, and the general public to educate, encourage collaboration and promote City programs, projects and activities.
• Make public presentations at City events and other venues to legislative bodies, business organizations, community groups, development associations and other constituents.
• Conduct, evaluate and/or coordinate complex studies, and prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations.
• Establish and maintain electronic database and contract management programs or capital improvement project tracking system(s).
• Coordinate with other departments, utility companies, non-profit organizations and affected parties, and agencies to facilitate timely completion of projects or the review and processing of specific private development projects.
• Facilitate interdepartmental coordination related to the timely completion of projects, programs and activities.

When assigned to the the Housing and Human Services Department:

• Direct, coordinate, monitor and evaluate the daily operations of the Housing and Human Services Development Hulen Campus and Access Center; develop policy related to the Riverside Municipal Code.
• Prepare and administer federal, state, and local grant programs including contract management, budget development/monitoring, applications, audits, and meeting grant reporting requirements.
• Develop and issue Requests for Proposals (RFP) and evaluate qualifications and proposals received in accordance with City policy and coordinate with appropriate City departments and develop recommendations for the award of contracts.
• Network and build coalition with local, regional, state and federal social service providers and surrounding city and county collaborative partners.
• Identify and establish standard operating procedures and policies for the operation of the Access Center, community outreach events, and city outreach standards.
• Maintain Survey 123, GoEnforce, 311 service requests, public records requests, and outreach data including daily operations, reporting, and timely response to requests.
• Develop and present department presentations to community groups, city commissions, committees, and city council.
• Participate in the development of the Housing and Human Services Department work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; and review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Assist in the selection, training, motivation and evaluation personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; and maintain high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operations of the Housing and Human Services Department.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor administration and support systems; identify opportunities for improvement; and implement recommendations.

Qualifications

Recruitment Guidelines:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelors Degree from an accredited four year college or university with major work in public or business administration, urban planning or a closely related field. A Masters Degree or graduate level course work is desirable.

Experience: Four years of professional experience in economic development, redevelopment, housing, marketing, urban planning, real estate development, or related field. A Masters Degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Highly Desirable Qualification:

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Experience with City Government, regulations, policies & personnel management.
• Fiscal Management / Understanding of public agency budget principles / Procurement and Purchasing Experience.
• Experience with local social services providers that assist homeless population.
• Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operators License.

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

PLEASE NOTE: FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

The City of Riverside does not provide sponsorship for employment-based work visas. Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

An exception may be made if the selected candidate is eligible to work in the United States as a USMCA professional in the TN nonimmigrant classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

• An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at Members - NACES or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
• An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

Benefit Level II includes Senior Management, Management and Professional classifications (Exempt)

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.

• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.

• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,734 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).

• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $85 per month.

• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.

• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).

• Deferred Compensation - The City will contribute the following amounts per month, with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check:

• Management and Professional Units: $150/month

• Senior Management Unit: $175/month

• Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the Fringe Benefits and Salary Plan for specific details.

• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.

• Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long-Term Disability Plan.

• LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.

• Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.

• Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 144 hrs., 10+ yrs. = 184 hrs.

• Administrative Leave -

• Management and Professional Units: 64 hrs. per fiscal year.

• Senior Management Unit: 80 hrs. per fiscal year.

For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1

For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum and/or highly desirable qualifications for the position in which you are applying. Detailed responses must be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.

(*Do not refer to a resume in lieu of completing the supplemental questions).

Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.

• I understand.

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Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.

• Less than a High School Diploma or GED
• High School diploma or GED
• Some college (up to 59 semester units or 89 quarter units)
• Associates degree (60 semester or 90 quarter units)
• Bachelors degree (120 semester or 180 quarter units)
• Masters degree
• PhD

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Please indicate the amount of professional project management experience in economic development, redevelopment, housing, marketing, urban planning, real estate development, or related field.

• Four (4) years or more
• More than three (3) years, but less than four (4) years
• Less than three (3) years
• None

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Please indicate the following regarding your experience listed above, or relevant work experience:

Employer:

Job Title:

Years of Experience:

Examples of Duties:

If you answered "None", please list "N/A"

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Do you possess a valid class "C" California drivers license?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate from the following where you possess experience: (check all that apply)

• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience
• Experience with City Government, regulations, policies & personnel management
• Fiscal Management / Understanding of public agency budget principles / Procurement and Purchasing Experience
• Experience with local social services providers that assist homeless population
• None of the above

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Please indicate the following regarding your experience listed above, or relevant work experience:

Employer:

Job Title:

Years of Experience:

Examples of Duties:

If you answered "None", please list "N/A"]

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Certification: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered ALL questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed in lieu of completing the Supplemental Questionnaire. Note: Employers and/or experience noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.

• I understand.

Required Question

Employer City of Riverside

Address 3900 Main Street

Riverside, California, 92522

Phone 951-826-5808

Website http://www.riversideca.gov