Salary : $122,032.22 - $164,722.44 Annually
Location : Riverside
Job Type: Regular
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26-86105-02
Department: Information Technology
Division: Enterprise Solutions
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section. ABOUT THE POSITIONThe Riverside County Information Technology (RCIT), Enterprise Application Bureau, is seeking a highly qualified IT Supervising Applications Developer.
The selected candidate will provide leadership for the Web and Application Development Team, which is responsible for the County's public-facing, internal, and departmental websites and applications, as well as other digital assets, while ensuring the stability, performance, accessibility, and security of the County's web infrastructure.
Responsibilities of the IT Supervising Applications Developer may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Web and Application Team Supervision: Oversees daily operations, guides staff development, and directs the Web and Application Team.
Web and Application Infrastructure Oversight: Oversee the design, development, maintenance, and support of public-facing and internal websites and applications to ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of web systems and applications.
Platform & Application Management: Provide oversight for platforms including Amazon Web Services (AWS) Development, Drupal, .NET framework, SharePoint, Power Applications, and other web technologies. Ensure proper configuration, integration, and ongoing support of these systems.
Security & Compliance: Ensure web platforms comply with County security standards, policies, and best practices. Support the implementation of accessibility standards (e.g., ADA compliance) and data protection requirements.
Project Management & Delivery: Lead and coordinate web-related and application projects, upgrades, enhancements, and departmental support efforts to deliver solutions aligned with business needs.
Operational Support & Issue Resolution: Oversee troubleshooting and resolution of complex issues, ensuring timely response to incidents and minimizing service disruptions.
Vendor & Contract Management: Coordinate with external vendors and service providers, ensuring deliverables meet expectations and align with County standards.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Provide regular status updates, metrics, and reports on system performance and team productivity. Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive modernization initiatives.
In addition to the minimum requirements, the most competitive candidates will possess:
A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or software engineering; equivalent experience will be considered.
Three to five years of professional web application development experience.
Three years experience as a Drupal, AWS, and/or .NET developer.
Two to three years of supervisory experience.
One to two years of technology project management experience.
Experience using web servers, including Internet Information Services (IIS), AWS, and/or Apache.
Experience using AWS tools, .Net, PHP, JavaScript, SQL, NoSQL, and front-end technologies.
Experience with GitHub, DevOps, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Analytics, and SharePoint.
At this time, the position offers the opportunity to telework based on business need. This role requires employees to report to the office at least two to three times per month and may be required to attend additional in-person meetings as needed. Telework arrangements are subject to change at the department's discretion.
Meet the Team!The department provides information technology services to County departments and agencies and is entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County's enterprise and mission-critical solutions and infrastructure. RCIT is committed to cultivating a collaborative and inclusive culture that fosters best of breed solutions with a focus on problem-solving to deliver quality products and services to our customers.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Supervise, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff performing a variety of IT-related work; plan, organize, and provide opportunities to develop and maintain job-related competencies.
Develop project specifications and application design from direct customer input or specified end user requirements.
Write and test programming code to create new business applications and interfaces or maintain/modify existing business applications.
Conduct systems analysis on development projects.
Perform and assist in data modeling.
Prepare technical documents (e.g., process specifications, diagrams, and flow charts) and user manuals.
Research, evaluate and test proposed network products, product versions and systems solutions.
Develop quality standards based on industry standards and evaluation of available technology and resources.
Coordinate version and change control processes and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, computer information systems, data processing, information management, or related field.
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education.
Experience: Four years of successful journey level IT job-related experience with two of those years including supervisory or lead duties over staff engaged in technically advanced IT-related work.
One year of experience as a Riverside County IT Applications Developer III or equivalent County IT class may substitute for the required experience.
Knowledge of: The principles, methods, and techniques used in the course of work for the IT Applications Developer series; principles, methods, and techniques of effective supervision; principles, methods, and techniques applied to IT devices, applications and systems; principles of organization and administration; and the principles of documentation and recordkeeping, storage and retrieval.
Ability to: Gather and analyze data, reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; resolve technical problems and innovate more efficient use of IT resources; perform systems analysis work and problem solving; interpret and follow written and oral instructions; prepare concise reports and documents; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, customers, other employees and the public; communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels.
Skill in: Supervision, coordination, and evaluation of the work of assigned personnel; identifying learning needs and overseeing the orientation and training of personnel.
IT-Related Skills:Required: Writing code and scripts; writing process descriptions; prepare flow process diagrams and other design graphics; application of industry and corporate standards and conventions; installation, testing, and migration process and techniques; quality and version control processes; writing and modifying technical documentation; using Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
Preferred: Project spec development; application design; writing and modifying user documentation; data modeling techniques.
Other Requirements A successful Security Clearance conducted by the Sheriffs' Department is required for positions within the Riverside County Information Technology Department.
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
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General InformationIf you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Vanessa Diaz Beaird at or . Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
APPLICATION INFORMATIONVeteran's 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 spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's 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:
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:
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 () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Work Authorization RequirementApplicants 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 EmployerThe 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-EmploymentAll 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 PeriodAs 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 InformationCurrent 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.
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BENEFIT PROGRAM: SEI
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION 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 SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
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 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 or by calling the Benefits Information Line at ,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at 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.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 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 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY:
Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.
Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular 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 applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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I understand that I will be required to submit to a security clearance background check conducted by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department as part of the employment requirements of this position.
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What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university in computer science, computer information systems, data processing, information management, or related field?**Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education
- 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 units
- I have my Associates degree
- I have my Bachelors degree
- I have my Masters degree
- I have my Doctorate degree
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How many years of successful journey level IT job-related experience do you possess? (Include details on your resume/application)
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2
- 2 years or more, but less than 3
- 3 years or more, but less than 4
- 4 years or more, but less than 5
- 5 years or more, but less than 6
- 6 years or more, but less than 7
- 7 years or more, but less than 8
- 8 years or more
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How many years of experience do you possess in performing supervisory or lead duties over staff engaged in technically advanced IT-related work? (Include details on your resume/application)
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2
- 2 years or more, but less than 3
- 3 years or more, but less than 4
- 4 years or more, but less than 5
- 5 years or more, but less than 6
- 6 years or more
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Do you possess at least one year of experience as a Riverside County IT Applications Developer III or equivalent County IT class? (Include details on your resume/application)
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How many years of professional experience do you have developing, implementing, and supporting web applications and websites? (Include details on your resume/application)
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2
- 2 years or more, but less than 3
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How many years of supervisory experience do you possess overseeing technical staff? (Include details on your resume/application)
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2
- 2 years or more, but less than 3
- 3 years or more, but less than 4
- 4 years or more, but less than 5
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- 6 years or more
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How many years of experience do you have managing information technology projects? (Include details on your resume/application)
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2
- 2 years or more, but less than 3
- 3 years or more, but less than 4
- 4 years or more, but less than 5
- 5 years or more, but less than 6
- 6 years or more
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How many years of experience do you have developing and supporting applications using Drupal? (Include details on your resume/application)
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- 1 year or more, but less than 2
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How many years of experience do you have developing and supporting applications in Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments? (Include details on your resume/application)
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- 1 year or more, but less than 2
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How many years of experience do you have developing and supporting applications using Microsoft .NET technologies? (Include details on your resume/application)
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- 1 year or more, but less than 2
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- 6 years or more
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Which of the following web server technologies have you administered, configured, or supported? If yes, please select all that apply. (Include details on your resume/application)
- Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS)
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Apache Web Server
- Other web server technologies
- No experience
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Which of the following tools and platforms have you used in a professional environment? If yes, please select all that apply. (Include details on your resume/application)
- GitHub
- Azure DevOps
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Google Analytics
- SharePoint
- None of the Above
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Do you have experience working with AWS tools, .Net, PHP, JavaScript, SQL, NoSQL, and front-end technologies? If yes, please select all that apply. (Include details on your resume/application)
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Microsoft .NET
- PHP
- JavaScript
- SQL
- NoSQL
- Front-End Development Technologies
- No experience
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Please describe a recent project where you were responsible for developing and/or maintaining web applications or websites. In your response, include the technologies you used, your role in the project, any supervisory or team leadership responsibilities you had, and how you managed project planning, timelines, and problem-solving challenges. Be specific about your contributions and outcomes.
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