Assistant Regulatory Planner (Assistant Flood Control Planner)

The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District is seeking an Assistant Flood Control Planner.

This position is assigned to the Regulatory Division in Riverside and is comparable to a traditional Environmental Planner role.

The individual in this role will have planning experience and will assist the District with a variety of responsibilities related to environmental compliance under laws such as the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Clean Water Act, and the state and federal Endangered Species Acts.

Typical duties include conducting field surveys, performing and reviewing technical analyses for flood control projects to assess environmental impacts, and recommending mitigation measures in accordance with state and federal environmental regulations and procedures.

The position also involves coordinating with internal divisions and supporting Project Managers.

The ideal candidate will have internship or professional experience in a planning, engineering, or public works agency, or in an environmental or engineering consulting firm.

Experience with GIS, wildlife surveys, or habitat assessments, along with a basic understanding of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, is highly desirable.

The most competitive candidates will demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles and practices of environmental planning, flood control, and land development; a foundational understanding of CEQA, the Clean Water Act, and the Endangered Species Acts; strong analytical, report-writing, and verbal communication skills; and the ability to read and interpret environmental documents and related technical reports, including hydrology studies, drainage plans, and development proposals.

Candidates should possess general computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).

Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from damage within its boundaries.• Assist in preparation of Requests for Proposal/Scope of Work for capital projects; assist in the review of consultant proposals/scope of work, budgets and schedules; participate in selection of same.

• Assist in the management of consultant progress and work product; provide technical guidance to personnel engaged in complex environmental review processes; assist in invoice reviews for management approval; and use technical knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations to assist Flood Control Planners in capital project delivery facilitation.

• Provide support and technical assistance to Project Managers of capital projects; participate in capital project delivery including attendance at stakeholder meetings and occasional public meetings.

• Assist in the preparation or review of California Environmental Quali...