County of Riverside
ABOUT THE POSITIONThe County of Riverside's Human Resources Department (HR) has an opportunity for a Safety Coordinator to support the Safety Loss Control division in Riverside.
Under general direction, develops and administers comprehensive safety, accident prevention, and/or U.
S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) programs and regulations; investigates work related occupational safety complaints; conducts safety evaluations and investigations of accidents; performs ergonomic evaluations; conducts training and encourages adherence to safety standards; and performs other related duties as required.
The position will also be responsible for maintaining compliant files and records.
The Safety Coordinator is a Confidential designated class reporting to either a Senior Safety Coordinator or the Safety Division Manager.
Incumbents in this dual-concept classification are responsible for the safety program of an assigned department(s) which has a variety of high-risk equipment, occupations with substantial potential for accidents and injuries, and/or hazardous materials usage and storage, or the coordination and implementation of the County's DOT required Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Responsibilities may include conducting office and field investigations of accidents and/or complaints of unsafe conditions; preparation of evaluation reports; general safety education (e.
g.
, training); recommending strategies for the elimination of unsafe acts and/or non-adherent conditions; administering, monitoring and revising various written safety programs, safety policies, and/or drug and alcohol testing programs.
The Safety Coordinator Trainee class is the entry-level class for the Safety Coordinator series.
This class is characterized by the responsibility to conduct routine inspections and make recommendations to ensure compliance.
The Safety Coordinator Trainee class is distinguished from the Safety Coordinator in that the work performed will be subject to frequent review.
Incumbents are expected to promote to Safety Coordinator after acquiring the necessary training and experience, with satisfactory performance.
Employees in a Confidential designated class are defined by Section 3.
b.
of the Employee Relations Resolution, as any employee who may be privy to the decision-making process of County management affecting employee relations and are only authorized for assignments within the departments of Executive Office, Clerk of the Board, County Counsel, and Human Resources.
Meet the Team! The Human Resources Department strives to effectively serve and partner with our community, departments and employees by leveraging best practices and innovation to foster a thriving county.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIESo Develop, coordinate, and monitor safety policies, procedures, guidelines, and training programs to ensure compliance with regulations; reduce accidents and associated costs due to safety and/or regulatory problems.
o Interpret laws, rules, regulations, and codes pertaining to occupational safety issues and/or applicable DOT/California Highway Patrol (CHP) drug and alcohol testing issues.
o Perform on-site and work-practice evaluations; identify potential safety hazards and regulatory non-adherence in order to eliminate unsafe working conditions.
o Investigate or review reports of accidents or complaints; determine causes/requirements; implement or recommend corrective or preventive measures.
o Maintain liaison with various regulatory agencies.
o Ensure hazardous materials and/or workplace violations are properly identified; monitor materials storage and usage, and coordinate transport, disposal of materials, or correction.
o Assist in establishing safety goals and objectives, and methods for measuring effectiveness of safety programs.
o Prepare, analyze, and disseminate reports, statistics and other data on accidents, injuries, and violations.
o Identify adverse trends; motivate and assist supervisors in implementation of programs to reverse trends.
o Analyze legislation and regulatory changes; keep current on new developments; recommend incorporation of necessary, desirable, or mandated changes into policies and procedures.
o Investigate work related injuries/illnesses including those involving vehicle accidents.
o Represent the County in safety related hearings including small claims court when appropriate.
o Develop and conduct training programs and other meetings to train and teach safety practices and procedures.
o Develop, implement and administer a comprehensive drug and alcohol testing program which may include the development and maintenance of a list of covered employees, coordination of testing activity and subsequent required actions, and provision of required training.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSafety Coordinator Trainee $21.
86 - $31.
94 Hourly $3,789.
81 - $5,536.
08 Monthly $45,477.
74 - $66,432.
91 Annually Education:
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in occupational health, safety, industrial hygiene, environmental science, public administration, healthcare administration or a related field.
OR OPTION II
Experience:
Two years of experience in industrial or safety engineering, building/construction inspection with code enforcement, risk management, which required knowledge and application of State and federal laws relating to occupational safety, worksite inspection and/or mitigation workplace hazards; workplace safety training, accident review/investigation, or claim documentation and reporting.
(College level courses in industrial engineering, safety engineering, occupational health and safety, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of experience.
)Knowledge of:
The principles and techniques involved in conducting a well-rounded safety program; the Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State Department of Industrial Relations, the State Workers' Compensation Laws, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, and other state and federal laws relating to safety and occupational health standards; interpretation and application of legal descriptions.
Ability to:
Investigate and analyze accidents and safety hazards, prepare corresponding reports, and effectively communicate and implement recommendations to correct; detect unsafe conditions, equipment, and practices in a variety of different settings; analyze situations accurately and adopt timely and effective courses of action; develop and analyze accident statistics; plan, organize, and implement a broad program of safety training.
Safety Coordinator $31.
03 - $45.
42 Hourly $5,378.
41 - $7,873.
61 Monthly $64,540.
94 - $94,483.
38 Annually
Experience:
Three years in industrial or safety engineering; occupational health and safety inspection; building/construction inspection with code enforcement; or risk management, which required knowledge and application of state and federal laws relating to occupational safety and which included identifying, evaluating, and making recommendations for the control of hazards, minimizing safety risks, and adhering to code compliance.
(College level courses in industrial or safety engineering, occupational health and safety, or a closely related field may substitute for up to two years of the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of experience.
) ; and/or three years administering a fully functional DOT required Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Qualifications:
Five (5) plus years of experience in transportation compliance, expertise and extensive knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
Previous fleet management tracking software system experience is highly desired.
Knowledge of:
Federal, state, ADA, and other regulations relating to occupational safety and hazardous materials management methods and procedures used in evaluating and correcting unsafe, unhealthful, and hazardous conditions and/or knowledge of the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 (49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 382 et.
seq.
and Part 40) and any other state and local regulations/laws that may pertain to drug and alcohol testing of specified vehicle operators; legal descriptions, their interpretation and application; research and investigative techniques.
Ability to :
Investigate accidents and/or work site hazards and prepare reports; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; detect unsafe conditions, practices, regulatory non-adherence and implement corrections; plan, organize, and conduct research for analysis, and make recommendations based on findings and/or plan implement and administer a comprehensive drug and alcohol testing program; instruct in the methods and procedures of safety practices and work site compliance; prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONOther Requirements License/Certificate:
Possession of a valid California Driver's.
Veterans' Preference The County of Riverside has a Veteran's Preference Policy.
Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application.
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.
Reasonable AccommodationsThe 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:
http:
//dao.
rc-hr.
com/.
Degree Verification:
Prior to the closing date, uploada copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account.
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 ).
Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts.
What's Next:
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Applicants who are current employees of the County of Riverside Human Resources department, or employees of the County of Riverside may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted.
Changes or alterations cannot be accepted.
No late applications will be permitted.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process.
A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close or be extended without notice.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
GENERAL INFORMATION If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Amanda Duarte at ADuarte @rivco.
org 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.
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting.
Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application.
For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.
rc-hr.
com.
A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE:
A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect.
The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution, as governed by the applicable Management Resolution, to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
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.
As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.
25% and subject to change annually.
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 there's 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.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 through 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)4 to through 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE:
Four (4) hours Sick leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS:
Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE:
Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken from use of accrued Sick leave balance).
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 may 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.
About the Company:
County of Riverside The County of Riverside offers an aray of professions, careers, and opportunites within over 40 diverse departments California's fourth largest county by population is expanding its economy, working to make Riverside County as business-friendly as possible and using health and recreations strategies to make the county a healthier place for residents.
Each year, millions visit the county to take advantage of the glorious desert winter, attend the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival, the Balloon and Wine Festival, the Palm Springs International Film Festival, the Coachella and Stagecoach mega-concerts, the Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Center and the Humana Challenge, the golf tournament formerly known as the Bob Hope Classic.
All those, combined with a rich cultural heritage and frontier history, make Riverside County a great place live, work, and play.
With rivers, mountain peaks, deserts and fertile valleys, Riverside County offers diversity that few locations can match.
More than two million people live in Riverside County, taking advantage of affordable housing, nearby beaches, mountains, hiking and bike trails, the Wine Country near Temecula and resorts that offer oases in the desert.
Company Size:
10,000 employees or moreIndustry:
Government and MilitaryFounded:
0.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Under general direction, develops and administers comprehensive safety, accident prevention, and/or U.
S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) programs and regulations; investigates work related occupational safety complaints; conducts safety evaluations and investigations of accidents; performs ergonomic evaluations; conducts training and encourages adherence to safety standards; and performs other related duties as required.
The position will also be responsible for maintaining compliant files and records.
The Safety Coordinator is a Confidential designated class reporting to either a Senior Safety Coordinator or the Safety Division Manager.
Incumbents in this dual-concept classification are responsible for the safety program of an assigned department(s) which has a variety of high-risk equipment, occupations with substantial potential for accidents and injuries, and/or hazardous materials usage and storage, or the coordination and implementation of the County's DOT required Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Responsibilities may include conducting office and field investigations of accidents and/or complaints of unsafe conditions; preparation of evaluation reports; general safety education (e.
g.
, training); recommending strategies for the elimination of unsafe acts and/or non-adherent conditions; administering, monitoring and revising various written safety programs, safety policies, and/or drug and alcohol testing programs.
The Safety Coordinator Trainee class is the entry-level class for the Safety Coordinator series.
This class is characterized by the responsibility to conduct routine inspections and make recommendations to ensure compliance.
The Safety Coordinator Trainee class is distinguished from the Safety Coordinator in that the work performed will be subject to frequent review.
Incumbents are expected to promote to Safety Coordinator after acquiring the necessary training and experience, with satisfactory performance.
Employees in a Confidential designated class are defined by Section 3.
b.
of the Employee Relations Resolution, as any employee who may be privy to the decision-making process of County management affecting employee relations and are only authorized for assignments within the departments of Executive Office, Clerk of the Board, County Counsel, and Human Resources.
Meet the Team! The Human Resources Department strives to effectively serve and partner with our community, departments and employees by leveraging best practices and innovation to foster a thriving county.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIESo Develop, coordinate, and monitor safety policies, procedures, guidelines, and training programs to ensure compliance with regulations; reduce accidents and associated costs due to safety and/or regulatory problems.
o Interpret laws, rules, regulations, and codes pertaining to occupational safety issues and/or applicable DOT/California Highway Patrol (CHP) drug and alcohol testing issues.
o Perform on-site and work-practice evaluations; identify potential safety hazards and regulatory non-adherence in order to eliminate unsafe working conditions.
o Investigate or review reports of accidents or complaints; determine causes/requirements; implement or recommend corrective or preventive measures.
o Maintain liaison with various regulatory agencies.
o Ensure hazardous materials and/or workplace violations are properly identified; monitor materials storage and usage, and coordinate transport, disposal of materials, or correction.
o Assist in establishing safety goals and objectives, and methods for measuring effectiveness of safety programs.
o Prepare, analyze, and disseminate reports, statistics and other data on accidents, injuries, and violations.
o Identify adverse trends; motivate and assist supervisors in implementation of programs to reverse trends.
o Analyze legislation and regulatory changes; keep current on new developments; recommend incorporation of necessary, desirable, or mandated changes into policies and procedures.
o Investigate work related injuries/illnesses including those involving vehicle accidents.
o Represent the County in safety related hearings including small claims court when appropriate.
o Develop and conduct training programs and other meetings to train and teach safety practices and procedures.
o Develop, implement and administer a comprehensive drug and alcohol testing program which may include the development and maintenance of a list of covered employees, coordination of testing activity and subsequent required actions, and provision of required training.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSafety Coordinator Trainee $21.
86 - $31.
94 Hourly $3,789.
81 - $5,536.
08 Monthly $45,477.
74 - $66,432.
91 Annually Education:
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major course work in occupational health, safety, industrial hygiene, environmental science, public administration, healthcare administration or a related field.
OR OPTION II
Experience:
Two years of experience in industrial or safety engineering, building/construction inspection with code enforcement, risk management, which required knowledge and application of State and federal laws relating to occupational safety, worksite inspection and/or mitigation workplace hazards; workplace safety training, accident review/investigation, or claim documentation and reporting.
(College level courses in industrial engineering, safety engineering, occupational health and safety, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of experience.
)Knowledge of:
The principles and techniques involved in conducting a well-rounded safety program; the Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State Department of Industrial Relations, the State Workers' Compensation Laws, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, and other state and federal laws relating to safety and occupational health standards; interpretation and application of legal descriptions.
Ability to:
Investigate and analyze accidents and safety hazards, prepare corresponding reports, and effectively communicate and implement recommendations to correct; detect unsafe conditions, equipment, and practices in a variety of different settings; analyze situations accurately and adopt timely and effective courses of action; develop and analyze accident statistics; plan, organize, and implement a broad program of safety training.
Safety Coordinator $31.
03 - $45.
42 Hourly $5,378.
41 - $7,873.
61 Monthly $64,540.
94 - $94,483.
38 Annually
Experience:
Three years in industrial or safety engineering; occupational health and safety inspection; building/construction inspection with code enforcement; or risk management, which required knowledge and application of state and federal laws relating to occupational safety and which included identifying, evaluating, and making recommendations for the control of hazards, minimizing safety risks, and adhering to code compliance.
(College level courses in industrial or safety engineering, occupational health and safety, or a closely related field may substitute for up to two years of the required experience on the basis of 12 semester or 18 quarter units equaling one year of experience.
) ; and/or three years administering a fully functional DOT required Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Qualifications:
Five (5) plus years of experience in transportation compliance, expertise and extensive knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
Previous fleet management tracking software system experience is highly desired.
Knowledge of:
Federal, state, ADA, and other regulations relating to occupational safety and hazardous materials management methods and procedures used in evaluating and correcting unsafe, unhealthful, and hazardous conditions and/or knowledge of the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 (49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 382 et.
seq.
and Part 40) and any other state and local regulations/laws that may pertain to drug and alcohol testing of specified vehicle operators; legal descriptions, their interpretation and application; research and investigative techniques.
Ability to :
Investigate accidents and/or work site hazards and prepare reports; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; detect unsafe conditions, practices, regulatory non-adherence and implement corrections; plan, organize, and conduct research for analysis, and make recommendations based on findings and/or plan implement and administer a comprehensive drug and alcohol testing program; instruct in the methods and procedures of safety practices and work site compliance; prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONOther Requirements License/Certificate:
Possession of a valid California Driver's.
Veterans' Preference The County of Riverside has a Veteran's Preference Policy.
Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 (or NGB-22) indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application.
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.
Reasonable AccommodationsThe 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:
http:
//dao.
rc-hr.
com/.
Degree Verification:
Prior to the closing date, uploada copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account.
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 ).
Prior to the closing date, upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts.
What's Next:
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Applicants who are current employees of the County of Riverside Human Resources department, or employees of the County of Riverside may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted.
Changes or alterations cannot be accepted.
No late applications will be permitted.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process.
A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close or be extended without notice.
Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.
GENERAL INFORMATION If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Amanda Duarte at ADuarte @rivco.
org 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.
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting.
Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application.
For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.
rc-hr.
com.
A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE:
A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect.
The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution, as governed by the applicable Management Resolution, to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
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.
As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.
25% and subject to change annually.
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 there's 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.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 through 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)4 to through 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE:
Four (4) hours Sick leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS:
Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE:
Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken from use of accrued Sick leave balance).
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 may 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.
About the Company:
County of Riverside The County of Riverside offers an aray of professions, careers, and opportunites within over 40 diverse departments California's fourth largest county by population is expanding its economy, working to make Riverside County as business-friendly as possible and using health and recreations strategies to make the county a healthier place for residents.
Each year, millions visit the county to take advantage of the glorious desert winter, attend the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival, the Balloon and Wine Festival, the Palm Springs International Film Festival, the Coachella and Stagecoach mega-concerts, the Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Center and the Humana Challenge, the golf tournament formerly known as the Bob Hope Classic.
All those, combined with a rich cultural heritage and frontier history, make Riverside County a great place live, work, and play.
With rivers, mountain peaks, deserts and fertile valleys, Riverside County offers diversity that few locations can match.
More than two million people live in Riverside County, taking advantage of affordable housing, nearby beaches, mountains, hiking and bike trails, the Wine Country near Temecula and resorts that offer oases in the desert.
Company Size:
10,000 employees or moreIndustry:
Government and MilitaryFounded:
0.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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