-
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 Planning, Building, & Environmental Services (PBES) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Strategy & Policy Officer position for the Planning, Building & Environmental Services Department at Napa County.
About the Position:- Annual Salary: $152,755.20 (Step 1) - $185,328.00 (Step 5)
- 3.5% Cost of Living Increase effective July 1, 2026!
- View the Summary of Benefits Here!
They will bring:- Advanced expertise in GIS analysis, data management, mapping applications, and automation tools.
- Experience leading GIS programs, developing policies, and implementing long-range strategies.
- Strong project management, budgeting, and contract administration skills.
- Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and collaborate with technical staff and cross-departmental partners.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical GIS concepts for diverse audiences.
- A forward-thinking, service-oriented mindset focused on supporting planning, environmental, and regulatory programs.
About the Division & Department:
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 ten divisions: Planning, Building, Engineering & Conservation, Environmental Health, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Natural Resources, Code Compliance, Parks, Administrative and Technical Support. The Department is supported by a $24+ million budget and 100+ full-time employees. Learn more about PBES HERE .
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Division within the Planning, Building, and Environmental Services Department develops and maintains spatial data, maps, and geospatial applications used for land use planning, building permitting, code enforcement, environmental review, and emergency response. The GIS team provides data analysis, mapping, and technical support to assist staff and decision-makers, maintain authoritative parcel and zoning datasets, and support compliance with State and local regulations through accurate and timely geographic information.
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: Four years of increasingly responsible professional experience involving GIS analysis, programming, or systems engineering, including two years of the required four years in a lead worker or supervisory capacity
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in geography, computer science, information systems, planning, geographic information systems, or a related field.
- License or Certificate*: Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
*Any license, certification, registration, or appointment 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.
Special Requirements:- Background Checks: The County may conduct a background check and a reference check on candidates prior to appointment to a position within this class.
- Independent Travel: Incumbents are required to travel independently, for example, to perform work at other work sites, to attend meetings with other County employees, to attend meetings with community organizations, etc.
- Hours of Work: Incumbents may be required to work weekends, holidays, irregular hours, on-call, and after normal business hours.
The Recruitment & Selection Process: Online Application Deadline By 5:00 pm PST on Friday, January 23, 2026 Application Screening & Supplemental Question Scoring Tentatively the week of January 26, 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. Oral Examination (Panel Interview) Tentatively the week of February 9, 2026
The most qualified candidates from the subject matter expert scoring of the supplemental questions, will be invited in for the oral examination (panel interview).
Establish Eligibility List Tentatively the week of February 9, 2026
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.
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 this position below.- Planning, Building, & Environmental Services (PBES) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Strategy & Policy Officer position
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Disaster Service Workers:
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, flood, 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.
MANAGEMENT CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE 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 forManagement ClassifiedEmployees:
https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25879/Benefits-Summary---Management-Classified-Employees
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.
Closing Date/Time: 1/23/2026 5:00 PM Pacific - Annual Salary: $152,755.20 (Step 1) - $185,328.00 (Step 5)
-
Special Instructions
1/23/2026 5:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
-
-
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.
-