Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of W&M

Job Description:

Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of W&M

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, 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. LEARN MORE HERE and by watching the video below!

The Position

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures vacancy for the Agricultural Commissioner's Office at Napa County. 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 Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of W&M is a Program Manager position, within the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures Office. The Deputy is responsible for the successful management and oversight of a wide range of programs related to agricultural and/or weights and measures enforcement. This includes leading teams in the areas of pesticide regulation, pest prevention, plant protection, and commodity regulation, ensuring compliance with all applicable state and county laws. The Deputy will play a critical role in developing and implementing strategic plans, managing budgets, and building strong relationships with stakeholders, including growers, businesses, and the public.


Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate for this Deputy position will be a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a strong foundation in agricultural and/or weights and measures principles. They will possess exceptional leadership and management skills, demonstrated by a successful track record of training, supervising and evaluating teams, and managing complex projects. This individual will be a strong communicator and collaborator, adept at building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including growers, industry representatives, and regulatory agencies. An innate understanding of relevant state and county regulations, coupled with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development, will be essential for success in this dynamic role.

Position Requirements:

• Hourly Rate: $55.39 (Step 1) - $67.15 (Step 5)
• Management Classified Benefits Summary
  

To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:

• Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible agricultural and weights and measures inspection experience including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in agricultural, biological, or chemical science, or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in physics, chemistry, engineering, mathematics, or a related field.
• License or Certificate*
  • Possession of a valid driver's license.
  • Possession of all eight (8) County Inspector/Biologist Licenses issued by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) including: Pesticide Regulation, Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation, Commodity Regulation, Investigation & Environmental Monitoring, Integrated Pest Management, Weight Verification, Measurement Verification and Transaction & Product Verification.
  • Possession of a valid license as a Deputy County Agricultural Commissioner issued by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture or as a Deputy County Sealer of Weights and Measures issued by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture, depending on the program assignment, is required. Possession of both licenses is highly desirable.
  • Possession of a valid license as a County Agricultural Commissioner and County Sealer of Weights and Measures, issued by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture is desirable.

*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
Online Application Deadline By 5:00 pm on Friday, January 24, 2025 Application Screening Tentatively the week of January 27, 2025 Supplemental Question Scoring Tentatively the week of January 27, 2025

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 Exam (Panel Interview.)
Oral Exam (Panel Interview) Tentatively the week of February 10, 2025 Establish Eligibility List Tentatively the week of February 10, 2025

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

View the full job description, including the examples of duties, for this classification HERE.

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 § 3102).
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: 1/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$115,211.20 - $139,672.00 Annually