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Watershed & Flood Control Resource Specialist
Napa County
Salary: $105,040.00 - $125,756.80 Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 1267-2024-03-25
Location: Napa, CA
Department: Public Works
Closing: 4/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
The Napa Valley
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 HERE.
The Position
This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy for the Watershed & Flood Resource Specialist position at Napa County's Flood Control and Water Conservation District, a division of the Public Works Department. 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 Position of Watershed & Flood Control and Resource Specialist: The Napa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (District) is the local sponsor for the award-winning Napa River Flood Protection Project and administers water supply contracts, watershed management and riverine restoration projects and stormwater management programs throughout Napa County. The District's mission is to provide flood protection and conservation services within the Napa River watershed and greater Napa County through the management of flood and storm waters and maintenance and restoration of stream channels using the highest level of environmentally sound practices and to provide coordinated planning for water supply needs for the community.
This position will be responsible for overseeing the District's inspection, mitigation and monitoring program for the natural resources and facilities associated with the Napa River Flood Protection Project, management, implementation, and monitoring of river and wetland restoration projects, and providing technical support and guidance for maintenance activities throughout the watersheds of Napa County.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong analytical and communication skills, possesses a general knowledge of California wildlife, biological survey methods and Geographical Information Systems (GIS), has experience with state (CEQA) and federal (NEPA) environmental regulations, acquiring regulatory permits (Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreements, 401 Water Quality Certifications, etc.), and applying for and managing grants in support of projects, and has experience working with landscape and restoration contractors.
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 experience in the field of watershed management, environmental restoration and/or natural resources management.
- Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in biology, natural sciences, resource management, environmental sciences or other related field.
*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.
Salary & Benefits:
- Pay Range: $50.50 (Step 1) - $60.46 (Step 5)
- Learn more about the benefits for this position here.
The Recruitment Process: Online Application DeadlineBy 5:00 pm PST on Friday, April 12, 2024Application ScreeningBy Monday, April 15, 2024Supplemental Question ScoringWeek of April 15, 2024
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 Panel Interview.
Oral Panel ExamWeek of May 6, 2024
Establish Eligibility ListWeek of May 6, 2024
Only the most qualified candidates from the oral panel exam 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 example of duties, can be reviewed HERE.
Disaster Service Workers
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).
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.
To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/napacounty/jobs/4420467/watershed-flood-control-resource-specialist
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