Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities. As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. The Planning, Building, and Environmental Services (PBES) department partners with the community to promote the health, safety, and sustainability of Napa County by providing a range of development services while balancing agricultural, environmental, and economic vitality. PBES is comprised of nine divisions: Planning, Building, Engineering & Conservation, Environmental Health, Natural Resources, Code Compliance, Parks, Administrative and Technical Support. The Department is supported by an $24 million budget and 100 full-time employees. Our Engineering Division is responsible for the processing of a variety of ministerial and discretionary permits related to private land development proposals, ensuring compliance with grading and drainage standards, road and street standards and stormwater and floodplain management requirements. Division staff implement the National Pollution Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES), National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), and the Phase II (MS4) Program. The Engineering Division is also responsible for floodplain management resources, and infrastructure, and Napa County Roads and Streets Standards. The Assistant Engineer is the journey-level class in this flexibly staffed professional engineering job series. An incumbent in the Assistant Engineer class is expected to use judgment and initiative in developing and completing work assignments related to land development. The Associate Engineer is the advanced journey-level class in this flexibly staffed professional engineering job series. An incumbent in this class serves as a technical expert in his/her engineering specialty and performs a variety of engineering assignments ranging in difficulty related to land development. The ideal candidate will have: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and develop effective solutions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing for effective collaborations with teams, stakeholders and government agencies. Detailed-oriented and organized, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project timelines. A high degree of integrity and ethics with a focus on delivering excellent customer service. Adaptable to change. This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy which may be filled at the Assistant Engineer or Associate Engineer level depending on qualifications. The list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year. Scheduled salary increases and Winter Time Off (WTO): 3.5% COLA increase effective 7/01/25 3.5% COLA increase effective 7/01/26 32.0 hours of paid Winter Time Off (WTO) Position Requirements Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Assistant Engineer ($54.14 - $64.82/hour) Experience: One year of professional-level civil or mechanical engineering experience. Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Engineer-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers or any other state Board of Registration for Professional Engineers whose Engineer-in-Training certificate is accepted by the California State Board as being an equivalent certificate. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Associate Engineer ($60.01 - $71.99/hour) Experience: Three years of professional-level civil or mechanical engineering experience. Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering. License or Certificate: A valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Professional Engineers is a minimum requirement. Upon initial hire, the possession of a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by another state outside of California shall be acceptable; however, a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Professional Engineers must be obtained within 9 months of hire date (or probationary employment shall be summarily terminated for failure to meet minimum job qualifications). Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. The Recruitment Process Application Deadline 5:00 pm PDT, JANUARY 3, 2025 Application Screening and Supplemental Question Scoring Week of January 6, 2025. Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview. Oral Panel Interview Tentatively scheduled for the week of January 13, 2025. The most qualified candidates from the interview process will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered to fill positions for up to one year. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time. Benefits: Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE . ADA Accommodation: Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303. Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3101). J-18808-Ljbffr
