Agricultural & Standards Services Worker; Seasonal season

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, 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.

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An eligibility list is being established to fill current and future Extra Help vacancies for the Agricultural and Standards Service Worker I/II at Napa County. This is a temporary, seasonal position. Generally, seasons run from February/March through September/October. We have an immediate need for the 2026 season. Opportunity to return for subsequent seasons may be available and is dependent upon program needs.

Please note:

Extra help employees are not eligible for promotional opportunities that are open to regular part‑time and full‑time employees. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Extra Help vacancies for up to one year.

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.

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.

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.

• Agricultural and Standards Service Worker I Hourly Rate: $32.12 (Step
  1)
• Agricultural and Standards Service Worker II Hourly Rate: $34.62 (Step
  2)
• Extra Help 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:
  
  No related experience is required.
• Education:
  
  Equivalent to completion of the…