Temporary Gate Services Assistant

Salary : $43,264.00 - $61,865.14 Annually
Location : Moreno Valley
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 26-13325-02 JM
Department: Department of Waste Resources
Division: Department of Waste Resources
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 11:55 PM Pacific


For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) seeks to fill multiple Temporary Gate Services Assistant positions to support the Department of Waste Resources. This is a full-time, temporary position, and incumbents will travel throughout Riverside County to different landfill locations depending on the department's needs. The sites the Temporary Gate Services Assistant will work out of include Moreno Valley, Beaumont, Corona, and less frequent travel to the and Oasis landfills.

Competitive candidates will possess the following experience
Experience in high-volume customer service positions
Experience in leadership roles
Experience with cash-handling and balancing cash drawers
Proficiency in the MS Office Suite

The schedule for this position will be 9/80, with hours varying throughout the week, including weekends, early mornings, and some nights.

IMPORTANT: This position may require travel to all landfill locations. For example, every few days the selected candidate will report to a new location (Moreno Valley, Beaumont, Corona or Oasis) based on the needs of the department.


IMPORTANT: If you do not upload your high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency, or high school proficiency certificate with your application, your application will not be considered for this position.

Meet the Team!
The Department of serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.


TAP Benefits
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Screen customers to determine the proper classification of waste materials and recyclables according to established regulations and policies; provide directions for dumping locations by customer and/or waste type.
• Prohibit dumping of unacceptable waste and refer haulers to appropriate sites where possible; using platform scales, weigh vehicles in order to assess appropriate fees, and determine the tare weight of vehicles if necessary.
• Calculate and collect appropriate fees; assess and determine fees based on the classification of waste material and the weight or volume of each load; collect fees by cash, credit card or Department account transaction; issue receipts and record the amount and type of refuse for each transaction.
• Prepare daily reports of revenue and receipts; maintain scale and scale house in safe and operable condition at all times; may prepare and deliver daily bank deposits.
• Provide customer service; answer inquiries and provide general information to the public concerning operating hours, site locations and directions; explain landfill rules, safety protocols and dumping instructions.
• Troubleshoot computer equipment issues; relay problems to appropriate staff, and subsequently process customers manually.
• Open and close site daily and assist with traffic control; control traffic when area is congested; notify supervisor of stalled vehicles; ensure the site is clear of visitors at closing.
• Keep track of business supplies and inventory; submit requests for supplies as needed.
• May operate and perform checks on diesel generator.
• May exercise right to refuse entry to customers not conforming to regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION I Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.

Experience: Six months of customer service experience with primary responsibility for cash handling and interfacing with the public.

OPTION II
Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.

Experience: Six months of performing clerical work directly related to landfill operations.

ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Simple recordkeeping procedures and basic arithmetic.

Ability to: Read, understand, and apply regulations pertaining to the use and operation of County landfill sites; categorize objects consistently according to verbal descriptions; perform arithmetic computations quickly and accurately; keep accurate, complete records according to prescribed procedures; explain and enforce regulations, policies and procedures in a tactful and courteous manner; accept responsibility and work independently; communicate effectively with others in investigating complaints and resolving disputes regarding landfill site operation.


License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The closing date and time for this position
Monday, September 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time
For questions regarding this recruitment

Please contact Joseph Miller at View phone number on click.appcast.io or For general inquiries, please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.
APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran'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 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:
Work Location and Telework
In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.
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 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.
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BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE
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 LIUNA 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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of 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 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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Gate Services Assistants must be willing to work multiple sites/cities and shifts according to the needs of the Department. Locations include Badlands (Moreno Valley), Lamb Canyon (Beaumont), and El Sobrante (Corona) landfills and less frequent travel to the Oasis and Blythe landfills. Are you willing to work multiple locations?

• Yes
• No

02


Are you willing and able to work weekends, holidays the night shifts?

• Yes
• No

03


I understand and am willing to work a rotating schedule. (The department will determine the schedule).

• Yes
• No

04


I acknowledge that I am required to upload my high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency, or high school proficiency certificate before the closing date of the job posting in order to be considered for the position.

• Yes
• No

05


Do you possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate?

• Yes
• No

06


Do you possess a valid California's Driver License?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

08


Are you legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law?

• No
• Yes
• I am in the process of obtaining authorization.

09


Do you fluently read, speak, and write in Spanish?

• Yes
• No

10


Do you have six months of experience performing clerical work directly related to landfill operations?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have six months of customer service experience with primary responsibility for cash handling and interfacing with the public?

• Yes
• No

12


Please rate your proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• No experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

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Please rate your proficiency working with computers; the internet and Outlook.

• No Experience
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

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