Riverside Transit Agency voluntarily provides the latest compensation information for its administrative staff, coach operators and mechanics. As an Agency funded by taxpayer dollars, we have a proud history of transparency, accountability and dedication that not only defines us but also drives our success.
We work hard to provide a world-class transportation system for our valued customers. Since 1977, RTA has evolved to become the premier transit agency in Riverside County thanks largely to the diversity of our team that drives everything we do whether it’s behind the wheel, in the shop or in the office.
In compliance with AB 2040, please see below for the current year or download a PDF.
ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES
HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE FOR 07/01/2026 - 06/30/2027
| Position Title | Time Base | Rate |
| Customer Information Clerk, On-Call | Hourly | $18.68 |
ANNUAL SALARY SCHEDULE FOR 07/01/2026 - 06/30/2027
| Position Title | Time Base | Minimum | Mid | Maximum |
| Customer Information Clerk, Full-Time | Annual | $38,847 | $44,666 | $50,492 |
| Customer Information Clerk, Senior Lead | Annual | $41,265 | $48,486 | $55,707 |
| Finance Clerk | Annual | $45,443 | $54,530 | $63,619 |
| Human Resources (HR) Administrative Clerk | Annual | $45,443 | $54,530 | $63,619 |
| Transit Clerk | Annual | $45,443 | $54,530 | $63,619 |
| Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Certification Specialist | Annual | $50,464 | $60,557 | $70,649 |
| Contract Operations Specialist | Annual | $50,464 | $60,557 | $70,649 |
| Human Resources (HR) Clerk | Annual | $50,464 | $60,557 | $70,649 |
| Surveillance Specialist | Annual | $50,464 | $60,557 | $70,649 |
| Community Relations Coordinator | Annual | $55,487 | $66,583 | $77,681 |
| Human Resources (HR) Technician | Annual | $55,487 | $66,583 | $77,681 |
| Revenue Coordinator | Annual | $55,487 | $66,583 | $77,681 |
| Accounting Technician | Annual | $60,514 | $74,131 | $87,746 |
| Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist | Annual | $60,514 | $74,131 | $87,746 |
| Buyer | Annual | $60,514 | $74,131 | $87,746 |
| Information Technology (IT) Technician | Annual | $60,514 | $74,131 | $87,746 |
| Payroll Specialist | Annual | $60,514 | $74,131 | $87,746 |
| Customer Information Supervisor | Annual | $67,902 | $83,181 | $98,458 |
| Risk Management Specialist | Annual | $67,902 | $83,181 | $98,458 |
| Fleet Analyst | Annual | $72,581 | $96754 | $108,873 |
| Human Resources (HR) Specialist | Annual | $72,581 | $90,727 | $108,873 |
| Scheduling Analyst | Annual | $72,581 | $90,727 | $108,873 |
| Human Resources (HR) Analyst | Annual | $77,402 | $96,754 | $116,104 |
| Training Instructor | Annual | $77,402 | $96,754 | $116,104 |
| Benefits Administrator | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Clerk of the Board/Executive Assistant | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Contracts Administrator | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Facilities Supervisor | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Grants Financial Administrator | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Human Resources (HR) Generalist | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Senior Operations Analyst | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Operations Supervisor | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Senior Accountant | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Stops & Zones Supervisor | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Systems Administrator | Annual | $82,223 | $102,781 | $123,336 |
| Inventory Manager | Annual | $86,531 | $110,327 | $134,124 |
| Marketing Manager | Annual | $86,531 | $110,327 | $134,124 |
| Planning Manager | Annual | $86,531 | $110,327 | $134,124 |
| Project Manager | Annual | $86,531 | $110,327 | $134,124 |
| Senior Contracts Administrator | Annual | $86,531 | $110,327 | $134,124 |
| Training Manager | Annual | $86,531 | $110,327 | $134,124 |
ANNUAL SALARY SCHEDULE FOR 07/01/2026 - 06/30/2027
| Position Title | Time Base | Minimum | Mid | Maximum |
| Assistant Operations Manager | Annual | $93,629 | $119,376 | $145,124 |
| Maintenance Supervisor | Annual | $93,629 | $119,376 | $145,124 |
| Maintenance Supervisor/Trainer | Annual | $93,629 | $119,376 | $145,124 |
| Contract Operations Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Contracts Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Facilities Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Information Technology (IT) Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Maintenance Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Operations Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Payroll & Accounts Payable Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Risk Manager | Annual | $97,633 | $126,923 | $156,213 |
| Transit Safety Compliance Manager | Annual | $106,906 | $138,977 | $171,048 |
| Controller | Annual | $112,711 | $146,524 | $176,942 |
| Human Resources (HR) Manager | Annual | $112,711 | $146,524 | $176,942 |
| Director of Contracts | Annual | $123,109 | $163,119 | $203,130 |
| Director of Marketing | Annual | $123,109 | $163,119 | $203,130 |
| Director of Risk Management | Annual | $123,109 | $163,119 | $203,130 |
| Chief Technology Officer | Annual | $127,657 | $169,147 | $210,636 |
| Director of Operations | Annual | $132,206 | $175,173 | $218,141 |
| Chief Administrative Services Officer | Annual | $137,903 | $182,720 | $227,539 |
| Director of Planning | Annual | $137,903 | $182,720 | $227,539 |
| Director of Maintenance | Annual | $144,731 | $191,770 | $238,807 |
| Chief Financial Officer | Annual | $144,731 | $191,770 | $238,807 |
| Chief Executive Officer | Annual | N/A | N/A | $337,477 |
BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES
HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE FOR 07/01/2026 - 06/30/2027
| Position Title | Time Base | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 |
| Coach Operator | Hourly | $29.42 | $31.26 | $36.78 |
| Community Bus Driver | Hourly | $27.59 | $29.42 | $31.26 |
| Position Title | Time Base | Rate |
| A Body Mechanic | Hourly | $44.66 |
| A Mechanic | Hourly | $44.66 |
| Electronic Technician | Hourly | $44.66 |
| B Body Mechanic | Hourly | $38.57 |
| B Mechanic | Hourly | $38.57 |
| Tire Servicer | Hourly | $38.57 |
| C Mechanic | Hourly | $32.61 |
| Property Maintainer | Hourly | $32.61 |
| Servicer | Hourly | $27.59 |
| Groundskeeper (Stops & Zones) | Hourly | $27.59 |
| Parts Clerk | Hourly | $27.59 |
Rates and salaries listed above represent employee base wages and do not include overtime, shift differential, special compensation, etc. Rates for Bargaining Unit Employees are reflected in the current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).