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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 .
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 Position
Under administrative direction, the Code Compliance Manager directs, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Code Compliance Division within the Planning, Building, and Environmental Services Department. This position provides expertise and leadership of code compliance in both residential and commercial structures, and other land use codes and policies. The Code Compliance Division supports Department and County missions by ensuring that landowners and residents follow regulatory and environmental safety and land use requirements.
A division manager is responsible for the management of a division that may include multiple work groups of significant depth and complexity. Responsibilities include overall management and administration of a division, including development of a division’s objectives and design and implementation of supporting programs, processes, policies, and/or procedures to successfully achieve those objectives. A division manager is also responsible for the development, administration, and control of associated budgets. This classification is designated as an “at will” classification.
The Ideal Candidate- Team Leadership
- Excellent Communicator
- Works well under pressure
- Strong Organizational & Time Management
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Lead with confidence and assurance
- Meet critical deadlines
- Analytical Skills
Please click here to view the job brochure.
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:
Experience: Six years of progressively responsible full-time experience in managing code enforcement, investigations, and/or inspections, including four years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course in public administration, law enforcement, planning, business administration, or a related field. A master’s degree and experience in project management, or law enforcement is highly desirable.
License or Certificate*: Possession of a valid 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 5:00pm PDT APRIL 25, 2025 Application Screening The week of April 28, 2025. Oral Panel Interview The week of May 12, 2025.
The most qualified candidates from the interview process will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered for current and future vacancies for this position 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 HERE.
Benefits
Click here to learn more about the benefits package for this position.
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 § 3102).
Non-Classified - Other
Closing Date/Time: 4/25/2025 5:00 PM Pacific -
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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