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The Citizens adopted the Home Rule Charter for the City of South Padre Island at an election held on November 3, 2009. The benefits of local government outlined in the Home Rule Charter affirm the values of representative democracy, professional management, strong political leadership, citizen participation and regional cooperation through the Council-Manager form of government.

The City Council consisting of the Mayor and Five Council Members and the City Manager's Office comprised of the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Secretary and Executive Assistant form the City's strategic team. These two bodies are responsible for the formulation and communication of public policy to meet community needs, assure orderly development in the City, and provide for the general administration of the City.

The City Council appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, Municipal Court Judge and various citizen boards and commissions. The City Council's public policy activities include: 1)financial management of the City by adopting the City's annual budget, establishing general objectives and provide for an annual independent audit of the City's financial records; 2)reviewing and adopting all ordinances and resolutions; and 3)establish programmatic goals and strategic direction for the City.

Jobs

System Administrator: Full-Time
Category: Information Technology
This position is open until filled.    JOB SUMMARY The System Administrator installs, maintains and monitors the operation of the City's local and wide area networks and servers. Determine system configurations, maintenance and data backup schedules and monitoring tools and procedures. Maintain and monitor day-to-day citywide network operation, server performance, and perform corrective ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Building Inspector: Full-Time
Category: Skilled and Trades
The deadline to apply for this position is January 6, 2025 at 10 AM CST.   JOB SUMMARY The Building Inspector reviews construction plans for code compliance, processes permit applications, performs building inspections and enforces City codes and ordinances.  Responsible for such other tasks as may be designated from time to time by the Building Official.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAssist and ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Chief Building Official: (Full-Time)
Category: Construction, Installation and Mechanical
The deadline to apply for this position is January 6, 2025 at 10 AM CST. $65,203 - $94,544 DOQ   JOB SUMMARY The Chief Building Official manages and coordinates activities of the Building Inspection Division.  Supervises and provides technical guidance to Building Inspectors and the Permit Technician.  Schedules, monitors and supports inspection workload.  Must be highly familiar with ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561

Rep/Contact Info

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Randy Smith
City Manager
Nikki Soto
City Secretary / PIO

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