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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

Event Experience Coordinator: Full Time
Category: Arts & Entertainment
This position is open until filled. Position Purpose The Event Experience Coordinator performs work in booking, planning, and coordinating special events for the South Padre Island Convention & Visitors Bureau. This position plays a valuable role in the destination event experience and aids in the overall organizational mission to drive economic prosperity through tourism in South Padre ...read more
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Police Officer: (Full-Time)
Category: Fire, Law Enforcement, and Security
This position is open until filled.  Position Purpose Police Officers are responsible for performing a variety of duties related to the protection of life and property, enforcement of criminal and traffic law and city ordinances, prevention of crime, preservation of the public peace, apprehension of criminals and calls for service.  Included in the duties above are patrolling, investigation, ...read more
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Custodian: Part-Time
Category: Housekeeping
This position is open until filled.  Position Purpose Performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in housekeeping, and operation of buildings, and related facilities. Essential FunctionsPerforms minor unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance of open space structures such as restrooms, etc. by performing custodial, maintenance, and other unskilled and skilled trades work.Operates steam cleaners, ...read more
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Vehicle Operator: (Part-Time)
Category: Transportation and Warehousing
This position is open until filled.  Position Purpose Performs a variety of transportation-related work, including:  driving heavy machinery capable of carrying up to 35 persons and their possessions in a safe, timely manner, exerting due care for the driving, riding and walking public; general upkeep of City vehicles and vehicle storage area; various reports and pre & post trip vehicle ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Firefighter/EMT- B: (Part-Time)
Category: Fire, Law Enforcement, and Security
This position is open until filled.  Position Purpose Protects life and property by performing fire suppression, basic life support (BLS), hazardous materials and fire prevention duties.  Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Essential FunctionsPerforms fire suppression activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose and performing ...read more
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-8101
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Firefighter/Paramedic: (Part-Time)
Category: Fire, Law Enforcement, and Security
This position is open until filled.  Position Purpose Protects life and property by performing fire suppression, advanced life support (ALS) medical and trauma treatment, hazardous materials and fire prevention duties.  Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Under general supervision of a Company Officer, provides basic and advanced life support services to ill or injured persons ...read more
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-8101
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Code Enforcement Inspector: (Temporary/Part-Time)
Category: Environment
This position is open until filled.  Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED; bilingual preferred; must be willing to work evenings and weekends. This position is temporary and will work  more or less depending on the needs of the Island, only during the month of March for Spring Break. On the job training is provided.
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Maintenance: Shoreline (Temporary/Part-Time)
Category: Entry Level
This position is open until filled.    This position performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance for the Shoreline (Beach) department. All work is performed in outside conditions under the close supervision of Foreman or designee. This position is temporary and will work more or less depending on the needs of the Island, only during the month of March. 
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Maintenance Technician (Public Works): (Part-Time)
Category: Skilled and Trades
This position is open until filled. Position Purpose Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of street and storm drainage facilities and systems. Essential FunctionsPerforms required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement ...read more
Contact:
Phone:(956) 761-8101
Fax:(956) 761-8101
Maintenance Technician (Public Works): (Part-Time)
Category: Skilled and Trades
This position is open until filled.    Position Purpose Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of street and storm drainage facilities and systems.   Essential FunctionsPerforms required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including ...read more
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Jail Technician: (Temporary/Part-Time)
Category: Fire, Law Enforcement, and Security
This position is open until filled.    Position will be assisting the SPI Police Department in transporting prisoners and assisting with Jail activities during Spring Break. This position is temporary and will work only one or two weeks depending on the needs of the Island, only during the month of March for Spring Break.  Knowledge or experience with jail procedures is preferred.
Contact: Clara Chavarria
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Beach Maintenance Technician: (Full Time)
Category: Facilities, Maintenance, and Repair
This position is open until March 27, 2023 at 10 AM.    Position Purpose Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the process of maintaining the beaches and coastal resources of South Padre Island.   Essential FunctionsMaintains a variety of records relating to inspections and maintenance activity.Insures the proper maintenance of equipment ...read more
Contact: Clara 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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