Flood Control Contracts Analyst II
Flood Control Contracts Analyst II
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ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District is looking for an energetic self-motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Contracts Services Section as a Flood Control Contracts Analyst II. This position is primarily responsible for the preparation review and administration of contracts and agreements.
The ideal candidate must possess the following skills/experience:
- Knowledge of basic contracting principles and experience with writing reviewing and editing business documents including contracts agreements project scopes and related correspondence.
- Strong writing skills and an understanding of contracting terms.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Adobe/Bluebeam PDF and the ability to use Outlook the Internet and database software required.
- Experience in the land development real estate construction or a related field a plus.
- Ability to negotiate with other public agencies and attorneys to reach agreement on terms is strongly desired.
The Flood Control Contracts Analyst II is distinguished from the Flood Control Contracts Analyst I in that the latter is the entry-level classification in the series and receives close supervision and guidance while the Flood Control Contracts Analyst II is expected to perform the full range of duties under minimal supervision. The Flood Control Contracts Analyst II is further distinguished from the Senior Flood Control Contracts Analyst in that the latter is responsible for managing complex contracts and projects while exercising a high degree of independent judgement.
Advancement to the next level of Senior Flood Control Contracts Analyst is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment.
Meet The TeamEXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Prepare multi-party contracts to develop flood control infrastructure; evaluate proposals and negotiate contracts and terms and conditions with public agencies or quasi-public agencies (e.g. environmental analysis real estate acquisitions construction funding maintenance); prepare license agreements granting rights to public and private entities establishing rights-of-way in coordination with County Counsel and after consulting with a supervisor.
Represent the County/Department when meeting with public and/or private agencies contractors and service providers and ensure contracts and grants satisfy all legal and liability considerations; review contracts prepared by other agencies and recommend amendments to contract terms and conditions to reduce the County/Departments risk and liability; provide technical assistance to contract agencies and County departments.
Research and draft recommendations to revise department contract policies and procedures based on mandated County state and federal regulations ordinances and laws.
Review documents verifying title (e.g. preliminary title report) and signatory authority (e.g. corporate articles) of the service providers developers and other private parties entering into a contract with the County; review required items of developers (e.g. bond acceptance insurances contractor licenses etc.) prior to commencing construction on multi-party projects.
Coordinate and participate in contract site visits; conduct research on project location and validate required information in order to prepare contracts and make administrative and operational decisions on flood control projects.
Enforce the maintenance of current valid business licenses and sufficient insurance coverage from developers services providers and contractors during the term of their contracts .
Assist in the preparation and review of Board Agenda Items exhibits and related documents in support of Flood Control and Water Conservation District contracts for the Board of Supervisors approval; assist with preparation of analytical reports correspondences and memorandas for distribution and delivery to management.
Assist with competing for or soliciting for funding programs provided by the state federal or other grant sources for funding of flood control projects; assist with writing grant proposals and applications; assist with monitoring grant implementation for budgetary and operating compliance to grant stipulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree preferably in urban and regional planning environmental sciences legal studies business or public administration 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.)
Experience: Two years of professional experience preparing processing and negotiating state federal public or private agency contracts purchases of service contracts reimbursement or funding contracts and grant applications; or one year of professional level contracts experience as a County of Riverside Flood Control Contracts Analyst I.
Desired Skills:
- Experience in the land development construction real estate legal/paralegal profession or a related field a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and right of way plats.
- Ability to read and interpret insurance related documents.
- Ability to comprehend and write technical and non-technical language into clear and concise documentation for public agencies and clients
Knowledge of: Basic principles of contract preparation negotiation and monitoring techniques; proper contract formatting transcribing reviewing and editing methods; appropriate application of legal language to be used in contracts terms and condition agreements and other legal documents; general county state and federal government regulations ordinances and laws regarding contracted services; basic principles of grant proposal writing application and monitoring techniques; basic principles of organization management project funding and basic budgeting and business and public administration.
Ability to: Read understand interpret and apply contractual language to provisions of local state and federal legislation and regulations pertinent to contractual agreements for services; interpret engineering designs construction plans and blueprints of flood control infrastructures; efficiently and effectively communicate contract terms and conditions license and developer contracts and funding reimbursement contracts; analyze evaluate and advise on contracts proposing recommendations to limit risk exposure and liability to the County; monitor contractors performance and compliance to ensure quality and completion of projects; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships various public and/or private agencies contractors and service providers.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Whats Next
This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Applicants who are currently County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Flood Control District may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of the applications received.General Information
If you have any questions regarding this posting please contact Vanessa Diaz Beaird at
If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time ator toll-free 1-.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses 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 Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: 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: 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 .
If you are experiencing technical problems you may contact the applicant support desk Monday through Friday 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-.
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Employment Type
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