Code Compliance Officer I

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. 

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 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 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.
• Bilingual skills are strongly preferred.

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)

Telework Availability - Teleworking is not permitted during the first six (6) months of employment and/or during the first six (6) months of a probationary period. Should teleworking be permitted by a hiring department after the 6 month requirement, the County supports a telework schedule that consists of a maximum of two (2) days per week.   

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:  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 include code enforcement, zoning and land use regulations, investigative techniques and methods, construction and/or building inspection, public health, planning, environmental studies, law enforcement, and biological and physical sciences.

License or Certificate*:

Possession of PC 832 Powers of Arrest (POST Certified) is required within one year of appointment.

Possession of a Code Enforcement Certification from an approved and accredited organization upon appointment, or obtained within one year of appointment, in accordance with California Health and Safety Code, Section 26205-26217.

Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level, including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon the assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.

*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.   

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy in the Planning, Building & Environmental Services. 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. 

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Application Deadline	5:00 pm PST, April 25, 2025
Application Screening & Supplemental Question Scoring	Week of April 28, 2025 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 May 12, 2025 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.Please click here to view the full job description, including example of duties. 

Benefits:  Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE.

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 § 3101).

Salary : $82,597 - $98,093