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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

Police Officer: (Full-Time)
Category: Fire, Law Enforcement, and Security
This position is open until filled.  Compensation $50,000 plus Certification Pay   JOB SUMMARY The Police Officer is 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 ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Police Officer: (Part-Time)
Category: Government
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, ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Shoreline Maintenance Technician: (Full-Time)
Category: Skilled and Trades
The deadline to apply for this position is Monday July 22nd, 2024 at 10 AM.   JOB SUMMARY The Shoreline Maintenance Technician performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment in the process of maintaining the shorelines of South Padre Island. This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the coastal resources of South Padre Island including ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
Employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Litter Enforcement Officer: (Temporary/Part-Time)
Category: Environment
This position is open until filled.    Position Purpose Performs all duties and responsibilities regarding the Anti-Litter Beach Program to ensure compliance with laws related to littering and glass on the public beach within the City limits.  Enforces all City and State Ordinances on the beach and assists in Anti-Litter and Code Enforcement. Employees must be over twenty-one years of age to ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
Employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Coastal Coordinator: Full-Time
Category: Environment
The deadline to apply for this position is Monday July 29, 2024 at 10 AM.    JOB SUMMARY The Coastal Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the management of grant development and project execution. This position will support cohesive developmental planning, construction, and replacement of the City’s beach and bay access infrastructure with available grant funding. Will work to research ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
Employment@myspi.org
Phone:(956) 761-6456
Fax:(956) 761-7561
Vehicle Operator: Full-Time
Category: Transportation and Warehousing
The deadline to apply for this position is Friday August 2nd, 2024 at 10 AM.    JOB SUMMARY The Vehicle Operator 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 ...read more
Contact: Clara J. Chavarria
Employment@myspi.org
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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