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Job Description
The Napa Valley
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.
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 or by viewing the video below!
The Position
This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time Code Compliance Officer I position for the Planning, Building & Environmental Services Department at Napa County. The eligibility 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.
About the Position & Department:- Annual Salary: $85,488.00 (Step 1) - $101,524.80 (Step 5)
- Hourly Rate: $41.10 (Step 1) - $48.81 (Step 5)
- 3.5% Cost of Living Increase effective July 1, 2026!
- View the Summary of Benefits Here!
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. Learn more about PBES HERE .
The Code Compliance Division is responsible for enforcing the State and County Codes, which include the Zoning Ordinance, and the California Building Codes pertaining to private residential and commercial properties in the unincorporated areas of Napa County. Code Compliance staff coordinates with the other Divisions in PBES as well as Public Works, the District Attorney, Sheriff, County Fire, and County Counsel. The Code Compliance Division consists of four compliance officers, a supervisor, and a manager.
A Code Compliance Officer's primary duties are to respond to complaints of code violations, conduct in-depth investigations for the purpose of determining violations of Napa County Code and state regulations, and establish permit requirements and a timeline for gaining compliance.
The current vacancy is within the Land Use Team. The Land Use Code Compliance Team is responsible for enforcing zoning regulations and land use requirements throughout the county. This team investigates complaints, interprets zoning ordinances, reviews use permits, and ensures compliance with local and county land development standards. Team members handle a wide range of land use issues across residential, commercial, and agricultural properties. They collaborate closely with planning staff, legal counsel, and the public to resolve violations through education, administrative remedies, and abatement procedures. The team is led by the Land Use Compliance Lead Officer (Code Compliance Officer III), who provides technical guidance and oversees complex enforcement actions.
The Ideal Candidate:- A high degree of integrity and ethics with a focus on delivering excellent customer service,
- The ability to write and communicate effectively with members of the regulated community.
- The ability to research topics independently and apply critical thinking skills.
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: Either one year of experience performing duties involving code compliance, or two years of related work experience utilizing zoning and land use, building, health or other related regulations.
- Education: Academic courses which would include code enforcement, zoning and land use regulations, investigative techniques and methods, construction and/or building inspection, public health, planning, environmental studies, law enforcement, biological, and physical sciences.
- License or Certificate*: Possession of a valid California driver's license.
- Possession of PC 832 Powers of Arrest (POST Certified) is required within one year of appointment.
- Possession of a valid Code Enforcement Certificate, in accordance with the Code Enforcement Officers Standards Act is required within one year of appointment.
The Recruitment & Selection Process: Online Application Deadline By 5:00 pm PST on Friday, January 16, 2026 Application Screening & Supplemental Question Scoring Tentatively the week of January 19, 2026
Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be placed on the eligibility list. Establish Eligibility List Tentatively scheduled for the week of February 2, 2026
The most qualified candidates from the subject matter expert scoring of the supplemental questions, 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.
Example of Duties
View the full job description, including the example of duties, for these job descriptions below.- Code Compliance Officer I
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).
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.
PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATION
SALARY -
Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
Click here for additional benefits information forPublic ServicesEmployees:
https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25886/Benefits-Summary---Public-Service-Employee-PSE
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.
FINGERPRINTING -
All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.
SELECTION PROCESS -
FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam.
Closing Date/Time: 1/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific - Annual Salary: $85,488.00 (Step 1) - $101,524.80 (Step 5)
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Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Napa County
Show moreThe Napa Valley - Internationally known for its fine wines, exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to 130,000 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.
The County of Napa is a highly respected employer within the local community as well as throughout the region. We offer rewarding and challenging work, flexible hours, competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and tremendous opportunities for career growth. At the County of Napa we truly value our employees and are committed to diversity in our family-oriented environment. This is why we are the Employer of Choice for more than 1,300 employees.
As an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community’s values: integrity, accountability, and service.
Please visit our career page for current opportunities: www.napacountycareers.com
A general law county, Napa County is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors elected by district for four year terms. The Board of Supervisors appoints a County Executive Officer who is responsible for providing overall management for the County’s operations, including day-to-day supervision of the County’s appointed department heads.Napa County has a budget of over $454 million and has enjoyed relative financial stability in recent years compared to many agencies. More than 1,300 county employees provide services to the public through 17 departments—5 managed by elected officials and the remainder managed by a department head appointed by the Board of Supervisors based on the recommendation of the County Executive Officer. County services include land use permitting, road maintenance, social services, public safety, elections, public health, behavioral health, environmental management, airport operations, library services, emergency operations and dozens of other pro-grams that benefit County residents. As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of its residents and reflecting the best of the community’s values: integrity, accountability and service.
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