Agricultural & Standards Service Worker I/II

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, the 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 Position

This recruitment is being conducted to fill up to three (3) limited term vacancies with an expiration date of June 30, 2028. The limited term vacancies may be filled at the Agricultural & Standard Service Worker I OR Agricultural & Standard Service Worker II level, depending on qualifications, in the Agricultural Commissioner's Office. 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.

About the Department The Napa County Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures Department is a vital administrative body responsible for overseeing and regulating agricultural practices and ensuring fair and accurate measurement standards within Napa County, California. This department plays a crucial role in safeguarding the integrity of Napa Valley's renowned wine industry, as well as the broader agricultural sector, by enforcing laws and regulations related to pest control, crop quality, and product labeling. Simultaneously, it safeguards consumer interests by ensuring the accuracy of weights and measures in commercial transactions, contributing to the region's economic and agricultural prosperity while upholding industry and consumer trust.

About the Position The Agricultural and Standards Service Worker position within the Agricultural Commissioner's Office is a para-professional role that supports the professional staff in the fields of agriculture and weights and measures. The role's responsibilities and advancement within the series are contingent on an individual's education and experience levels. Agricultural and Standards Service Worker I is the entry-level position, involving closely supervised tasks and support to professionals. As knowledge and expertise grow, duties may progress to the more complex level of Agricultural and Standards Service Worker II, with incumbents expected to advance upon demonstrating competency and meeting the necessary requirements.

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational abilities, and effective communication skills are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate with professional staff. Additionally, a commitment to following regulations and procedures, a solid work ethic, and a genuine interest in agricultural and weights and measures functions are important qualities for this position.

Position Requirements

Agricultural and Standards Service Worker I ($32.12/hour - $38.02/hour)

• Experience: No related experience is required.
• Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• License or Certificate* Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Agricultural and Standards Service Worker II ($34.62/hour - $41.02/hour)

• Experience: No related experience is required.
• Education: Equivalent to completion of two years of college with major coursework in agriculture or biological science, or related field. (Additional qualifying experience performing work in pest detection, pest management, pest control operations, or other agricultural related work can be substituted for the education on a year for year basis.)
• License or Certificate* 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.

Scheduled salary increases and Wintertime Off (WTO):

• 3.5% COLA increase effective 7/01/26
• 32.0 hours of paid Wintertime Off (WTO)

The Recruitment Process

• Application Deadline - By 5:00 pm PST on June 12, 2026
• Application Screening - Tentatively the week of June 15, 2026.
• Supplemental Question Scoring - Tentatively scheduled the week of June 22, 2026. Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. Only 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 July 6, 2026. Only 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.

Example of Duties

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