Assistant Director of Corrections ($15k signing bonus)

Job Description

The Napa Valley

NapaCounty 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.

Napa County as an Employer

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 . Learn more HERE .

The Position

Napa County is actively seeking its next Assistant Director of Corrections. There is currently one (1) regular, full-time vacancy. The successful candidate will be eligible to receive a $15,000 signing bonus and may be eligible for Vacation Leave Bank as outlined by the County's Hiring Incentive Policy.

• Annual Salary: $174,158.40 - $211,265.60
• Summary of Benefits: Benefit Plan Summaries | Napa County, CA

About The Napa County Department of Corrections:
The Napa County Department of Corrections (NCDC) is dedicated to providing professional correctional services to the citizens of Napa County. The Napa County Department of Corrections has jurisdiction over the Napa County Jail facility; it does not operate under the authority of the Napa County Sheriff’s Office. The facility houses both pre-sentenced and sentenced incarcerated persons, and is responsible for the coordination of all programs and services related to the institutional care, treatment and rehabilitation, including c lassification, diagnosis, intake screening, and programs that deal with sentencing alternatives.

About the Position of Assistant Director of Corrections:
The Assistant Director of Corrections is an at-will, senior level management position that serves as a key member of the leadership team for the Napa County Department of Corrections. They are responsible for establishing, interpreting and carrying out overall departmental policies and procedures. The position is responsible for analyzing and making recommendations on organizational, financial and procedural matters; program and rehabilitation development and coordination; assisting the Director in the administration of the department and acts for the Director as required.

The I deal Candidate:

The Assistant Director is a key leader who is committed to a long-term position and desires to be part of the Department succession planning. The ideal candidate is a collaborative corrections leader with extensive experience managing complex correctional operations and a demonstrated history of working effectively in a unionized environment. The ideal candidate will be a confident decision-maker who builds trust, holds others accountable, develops staff, and creates a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to rehabilitation and successful reentry, and interpersonal skills necessary to navigate complex organizational dynamics, build effective partnerships, and work successfully with County leadership, employees, and community stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership and management experience in California Corrections Facilities to include experience with an understanding of the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC).

Position Requirements:

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:

• Experience: Eight years of increasingly responsible correctional program experience including four years of management, administrative, and supervisory responsibility.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, administration of justice, correctional administration, criminal justice planning, or a related field.

License or Certificate: Completion of mandated Standards and Training for Corrections program requirements.

*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 & Selection Process: Applications must be submitted online by 5:00 pm PST on Friday, September 18, 2026. Candidates must attach a cover letter, resume, and at least five professional references to their application. The cover letter should highlight relevant experience and interest in joining Napa County.The most qualified applicants will be invited to a panel interview, which is tentatively held the week of October 5, 2026.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 from the eligibility list establishment date. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time.

Example of Duties

View the full job description, including the example of duties, for the position below.

• County of Napa - Class Specification Bulletin *

*This class specification is currently in the process of being modified.

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.

Disaster Service Workers:
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 § 3102).

Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Non-Classified - Other

Closing Date/Time: 9/18/2026 5:00 PM Pacific