Library Associate I

Salary : $79,580.80 - $94,390.40 Annually
Location : Library - 580 Coombs Street, Napa, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Library
Opening Date: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

The Position
This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list future full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies at any Napa County Library locations: American Canyon, Calistoga, Napa,or Yountville. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used for up to twelve (12) months.

Our current vacancy at the time of this job posting is one (1) full-time position for the Napa Main Library.

Bilingual Spanish/English applicants are always encouraged to apply; assignments for the Calistoga Library require bilingual Spanish/English abilities.

• Regular, full-time positions are allocated, benefited positions working 40 hours per week.
• Regular, 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 of up to $100 biweekly in addition to their regular pay.
About the Napa County Library and the Library Associate I:
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 Associates plan and lead library programs and events, assist patrons of all ages with reference questions and computer use and provide overall information services. Library Associates have substantial interaction with patrons, and successful candidates will have a customer service-driven mindset.

The Library Associate I is the entry-level classification in this paraprofessional 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:
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: Two years of sub-professional library experience,
• Education: Equivalent to completion of two years of college.

OR

• Experience: None required, but must have the following education:
• Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.

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 & Selection Process:

Online Application Deadline5:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on Monday, November 23, 2026Application Screening & Supplemental Question Scoring Tentatively scheduled the week of November 23, 2026

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 Exam (Panel Interview).

Oral Exam (Panel Interviews)Tentatively scheduled for the week of December 14, 2026

The most qualified candidates from the oral exam (panel interview) will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered for current and future vacancies for this position for up to 12 months.The Human Resources Department reserves the right to change the recruitment process at any time.
Example of Duties
Review the full job description, including the examples of duties, HERE.

Learn more about the Benefit Plan Summaries at Napa County HERE.
Disaster Service Workers:
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, flood, 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 a7 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.

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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

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

03

Do you have possession of a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04

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

05

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

06

Please indicate which branches you would be interested in working at within the next twelve (12) months. Check all that apply.

• American Canyon
• Calistoga
• Napa Main
• Yountville

07

Please indicate what positions you would be interested in working within the next twelve (12) months. Check all that apply.

• Regular, full-time position
• Regular, part-time
• Variable, Extra Help (up to 29 hours per week; up to 1,000 hours per fiscal year)

08

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?
09

Detail your experience and level of proficiency with technology including different devices, operating systems, and electronic resources (eBooks, audiobooks, databases, etc.)
10

Describe a time when you organized or planned an event that was very successful? What was your process and how do you define success?
Required Question