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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

Sport Sales Manager
Category: Sales
JOB SUMMARYThe Sports Sales Manager promotes South Padre Island as a premier sports destination for tournaments, events, and training camps. Increase hotel occupancy by being a liaison between sports organizations, teams, event planners, hotels, businesses and clients.  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSConduct direct sales efforts targeting sports organizations, teams, and tournament organizers. Become ...read more
Contact: Luz Garcia
employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-8101
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Chief Tourism Officer: (Full-Time)
Category: Marketing
JOB SUMMARY The Chief Tourism Officer is a senior leadership role at Visit South Padre Island that unites strategic communication, destination development, visitor experience, and community alignment to impact local businesses, visitor spend in community, and the future of South Padre Island. This position is responsible for guiding the Island’s public narrative, managing, community relations ...read more
Contact: Juan Alejandro
employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Firefighter/Paramedic: (Part-Time)
Category: Fire, Law Enforcement, and Security
JOB SUMMARY The Firefighter 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 in accordance with the ...read more
Contact: Juan Alejandro
employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Dispatcher: (Full-Time)
Category: Entry Level
JOB SUMMARY The Dispatcher performs a variety of administrative and technical work in receiving and dispatching basic emergency information, keeping official records and assisting in the administration of the standard operating policies and procedures of the telecommunications division. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSOperates 911 communications equipment to monitor and determine the exact nature of ...read more
Contact: Juan Alejandro
employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Information Counselor
Category: Customer Services
Deadline to apply for this position is August 14, 2026 JOB SUMMARY The Information Counselor provide administrative support to management, front desk duties include receiving telephone inquiries, counseling and assisting Island visitors.  Responsible for delivery and pick-up of daily mail to City Hall and Convention Centre. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSGreets walk-in visitors and provides accurate ...read more
Contact:
employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-8100
Fax:(956) 761-7561

Rep/Contact Info

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Randy Smith
City Manager
Nikki Soto
City Secretary / PIO

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