Napa County, CA
Salary :
$62,441.60 - $73,840.00 Annually Location :
Napa, CA Job Type:
Variable Job Number:
1138-2025-10-24 Department:
Library Opening Date:
10/24/2025 Closing Date:
11/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
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 Position
This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list for current and future full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies at any
Napa County Library locations:
American Canyon, Calistoga,
Napa,
or Yountville
, for up to one year.
Bilingual Spanish/English applicants are encouraged to apply; assignments for the Calistoga Library
require
bilingual Spanish/English skills.
Permanent Full-time
positions are allocated, benefited positions working 40 hours per week.
Permanent Part-time
positions are allocated, benefited positions working
less than 40 hours per week.
Extra help
assignments are non-benefited and may be used for on-call needs
up to 29 hours per week (up to 1,000 hours per fiscal year). Extra help employees are not eligible for promotional opportunities open to regular part-time and full-time employees.
Napa County employees (permanent part-time and full-time) assigned to positions that require bilingual communication skills and who pass the bilingual assessments are eligible to receive a
bilingual pay differential.
The Napa County Library and all four locations are an integral part of the communities they serve. Their mission is to enrich people's lives with books and information, which they accomplish by providing a wide assortment of materials tailored to community interests; public access to technology such as computers, wireless internet access, and printing; innovative and dynamic programming for everyone including author events, reading programs, music workshops, DIY and craft workshops, STEM events, cooking, dancing, and so much more! Napa County Libraries are the hub of each of our communities, a place where all are welcome.
Library Assistants are responsible for various library duties in circulation, technical processing, and other areas of the Napa County Library and its various locations. Library Assistants interact substantially with patrons, and successful candidates will have a customer service-driven mindset.
The Library Assistant I is the entry-level classification in this sub-professional series. Initially, incumbents perform the less complex tasks and work under close supervision. As knowledge, skills, and abilities are gained, incumbents may assume greater responsibilities and may be eligible to promote to level II, dependent upon operational need.
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:
One year of general clerical experience.
Education:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented by specialized library clerical training.
License or Certificate*:
Possession of a valid California 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 NOVEMBER 7, 2025Supplemental Questions ScoringThe week of November 17, 2025. Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview. Oral Panel InterviewTentatively scheduled for the week of December 1, 2025. The most qualified candidates from the oral panel interview will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered for current and future 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 example of duties
Benefits Learn more about the benefits package for permanent positions and for extra help positions
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). PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES 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 for Public Services 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.
SELECTION PROCESS -
FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT -
The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam. 01
Instructions for Supplemental Application Questions. The following questions comprise one of the steps in the selection process for this position and are intended to assist you in presenting your qualifications. Only the information you provide in your answers to these questions will be evaluated and scored to determine the best qualified candidates to continue in the selection process for this position. Please be complete and specific in answering the questions as your score will be based on this information. Applications submitted without responses to the supplemental questions will not be evaluated.
Although your experience and education should relate back to your application, your application and or resume will not be reviewed when scoring the supplemental questions.
Therefore, please be as detailed as possible in your responses to the supplemental questions. I have read and understand the instructions presented above.
Yes No
02
This position requires to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Are you willing and able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as scheduled?
Yes No
03
Bilingual (Spanish) skills may be required for some vacancies. Are you proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish? Applicants who indicate bilingual skills in their application may be required to demonstrate proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in the language indicated.
Yes No
04
Describe your experience working in a position that focused heavily on customer service. In what ways have you demonstrated commitment and sensitivity to a diverse population in your previous experience? 05
Please describe your experience working with the general public or with children, parents, teachers, and caregivers. 06
Please describe your experience, both personally and professionally, with technology including any experience with different devices, operating systems, and electronic resources such as eBooks, eAudiobooks, databases, etc. What would you describe as your level of proficiency? 07
Please give your best example of working cooperatively as a team member to accomplish an important goal. What was the goal? To what extent did you interact with other team members? What were the challenges, and how did you address them? 08
If selected for this position, a medical screening may be required as part of the pre-employment process. I have read and understand this requirement.
Yes No
Required Question
$62,441.60 - $73,840.00 Annually Location :
Napa, CA Job Type:
Variable Job Number:
1138-2025-10-24 Department:
Library Opening Date:
10/24/2025 Closing Date:
11/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
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 Position
This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list for current and future full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies at any
Napa County Library locations:
American Canyon, Calistoga,
Napa,
or Yountville
, for up to one year.
Bilingual Spanish/English applicants are encouraged to apply; assignments for the Calistoga Library
require
bilingual Spanish/English skills.
Permanent Full-time
positions are allocated, benefited positions working 40 hours per week.
Permanent Part-time
positions are allocated, benefited positions working
less than 40 hours per week.
Extra help
assignments are non-benefited and may be used for on-call needs
up to 29 hours per week (up to 1,000 hours per fiscal year). Extra help employees are not eligible for promotional opportunities open to regular part-time and full-time employees.
Napa County employees (permanent part-time and full-time) assigned to positions that require bilingual communication skills and who pass the bilingual assessments are eligible to receive a
bilingual pay differential.
The Napa County Library and all four locations are an integral part of the communities they serve. Their mission is to enrich people's lives with books and information, which they accomplish by providing a wide assortment of materials tailored to community interests; public access to technology such as computers, wireless internet access, and printing; innovative and dynamic programming for everyone including author events, reading programs, music workshops, DIY and craft workshops, STEM events, cooking, dancing, and so much more! Napa County Libraries are the hub of each of our communities, a place where all are welcome.
Library Assistants are responsible for various library duties in circulation, technical processing, and other areas of the Napa County Library and its various locations. Library Assistants interact substantially with patrons, and successful candidates will have a customer service-driven mindset.
The Library Assistant I is the entry-level classification in this sub-professional series. Initially, incumbents perform the less complex tasks and work under close supervision. As knowledge, skills, and abilities are gained, incumbents may assume greater responsibilities and may be eligible to promote to level II, dependent upon operational need.
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:
One year of general clerical experience.
Education:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, including or supplemented by specialized library clerical training.
License or Certificate*:
Possession of a valid California 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 NOVEMBER 7, 2025Supplemental Questions ScoringThe week of November 17, 2025. Supplemental questions will be scored by subject matter experts. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview. Oral Panel InterviewTentatively scheduled for the week of December 1, 2025. The most qualified candidates from the oral panel interview will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered for current and future 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 example of duties
Benefits Learn more about the benefits package for permanent positions and for extra help positions
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). PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES 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 for Public Services 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.
SELECTION PROCESS -
FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT -
The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam. 01
Instructions for Supplemental Application Questions. The following questions comprise one of the steps in the selection process for this position and are intended to assist you in presenting your qualifications. Only the information you provide in your answers to these questions will be evaluated and scored to determine the best qualified candidates to continue in the selection process for this position. Please be complete and specific in answering the questions as your score will be based on this information. Applications submitted without responses to the supplemental questions will not be evaluated.
Although your experience and education should relate back to your application, your application and or resume will not be reviewed when scoring the supplemental questions.
Therefore, please be as detailed as possible in your responses to the supplemental questions. I have read and understand the instructions presented above.
Yes No
02
This position requires to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Are you willing and able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as scheduled?
Yes No
03
Bilingual (Spanish) skills may be required for some vacancies. Are you proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish? Applicants who indicate bilingual skills in their application may be required to demonstrate proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in the language indicated.
Yes No
04
Describe your experience working in a position that focused heavily on customer service. In what ways have you demonstrated commitment and sensitivity to a diverse population in your previous experience? 05
Please describe your experience working with the general public or with children, parents, teachers, and caregivers. 06
Please describe your experience, both personally and professionally, with technology including any experience with different devices, operating systems, and electronic resources such as eBooks, eAudiobooks, databases, etc. What would you describe as your level of proficiency? 07
Please give your best example of working cooperatively as a team member to accomplish an important goal. What was the goal? To what extent did you interact with other team members? What were the challenges, and how did you address them? 08
If selected for this position, a medical screening may be required as part of the pre-employment process. I have read and understand this requirement.
Yes No
Required Question