Navigating the transition from military service to a civilian career can be challenging, but the City of San Diego is committed to making it easier for veterans and transitioning service members. This job search resource is designed to help you explore career opportunities within the City, offering guidance on applying, translating military experience into civilian qualifications, and accessing veteran hiring preferences. Whether you're seeking stability, growth, or a way to continue serving your community, this tool will help you take the next step with confidence.
Storm Water Compliance Manager
The Storm Water Compliance Manager plans and directs a municipal storm water permit compliance program, overseeing inspections, code compliance, and monitoring projects. They develop policies, enforce regulations under the Clean Water Act, manage budgets, coordinate with stakeholders, and lead environmental compliance efforts. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields like Chemical Engineering or Environmental Science, and four years of professional experience, including supervisory roles in storm water planning or enforcement.
Storm Water Environmental Specialist I
The Storm Water Environmental Specialist I conducts storm water and urban runoff monitoring, assists in environmental investigations and sampling, and prepares technical reports. They analyze water quality data, maintain sampling equipment, and collaborate with regulatory agencies on compliance. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science, and proficiency in GIS software.
Storm Water Environmental Specialist II
The Storm Water Environmental Specialist II performs journey-level professional duties in storm water and urban runoff monitoring, enforcement, and mitigation projects. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, performing chemical analyses, preparing technical reports, managing environmental contracts, and using GIS software for data analysis. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science, along with one year of professional-level experience in storm water monitoring or environmental planning.
Storm Water Environmental Specialist III
The Storm Water Environmental Specialist III plans, implements, and supervises storm water and urban runoff monitoring, enforcement, education, and mitigation projects. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, managing environmental contracts, analyzing water quality data, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science, along with two years of professional-level experience in storm water monitoring or environmental planning.
The Storm Water Inspector I performs inspections, investigations, and regulatory management activities related to storm water compliance. Responsibilities include inspecting industrial and commercial sites for compliance with Best Management Practices (BMP), issuing citations, conducting field and laboratory sampling, and preparing technical reports. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and one year of professional experience in storm water management or environmental compliance.
The Storm Water Inspector II performs journey-level inspections, investigations, and enforcement of storm water regulations. Responsibilities include inspecting industrial and commercial sites for compliance with BMPs, conducting outreach on storm water pollution prevention, analyzing samples, drafting permits, and preparing technical reports. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and two years of professional experience in storm water management or environmental compliance.
Storm Water Inspector III
The Storm Water Inspector III leads a team engaged in complex storm water inspection, permitting, investigation, and enforcement activities. Responsibilities include coordinating inspection programs, conducting complex inspections, drafting permits, managing GIS databases, and assisting in enforcement actions. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and three years of professional experience in storm water management or environmental compliance. A valid California Class C Driver License is required.
Street Lighting Electrician
The Street Lighting Electrician installs, modifies, services, maintains, and repairs street lighting systems, including high and low voltage electrical wiring and equipment. Responsibilities include testing and replacing electrical components, reading blueprints, coordinating with utility agencies, and operating aerial lift equipment. Minimum qualifications include completion of a state-accredited Electrician Apprenticeship Program or equivalent experience, including one year in street lighting systems maintenance. A Crane Operator Certification and a valid California Class B Driver License are required.
Structural Engineering Assistant
The Structural Engineering Assistant checks building plans for compliance with building regulations, including structural design adequacies, accessibility, ventilation, emergency exits, and seismic requirements. Responsibilities include performing calculations for vertical and horizontal loads, reviewing soil analysis reports for foundation design, consulting with stakeholders on building regulations and modifications, conducting field inspections, and assessing structural damage post-earthquake. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or equivalent, plus two years of professional experience in structural engineering or plan checking. A valid California Class C Driver’s License is required.
Structural Engineering Associate
The Structural Engineering Associate performs advanced checking of building plans for complex structures to ensure compliance with building regulations and structural design requirements. Responsibilities include reviewing designs for complex loading conditions, unusual foundations, materials, and construction methods, as well as assessing seismic and wind loading effects. They provide technical assistance on construction issues, conduct field inspections for structural problems, and prepare detailed reports. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Structural, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or equivalent, plus three years of professional experience in structural engineering or plan checking. Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or registration as a Professional Engineer in California is required, along with a valid California Class C Driver’s License. A valid International Code Council (ICC) Certificate as a Building Plans Examiner must be obtained within two years of hire.
Structural Engineering Senior
The Structural Engineering Senior oversees and supervises professional engineers engaged in the structural design and plan checking of public buildings, bridges, and other structures. Responsibilities include planning and directing the work of engineering staff, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and building codes, conducting structural plan checks for building permits, and assessing structural damage and earthquake effects on city facilities. Minimum qualifications include registration as a professional Civil or Structural Engineer in California, four years of professional experience in structural engineering or plan checking (including one year at a journey-level equivalent to a Structural Engineering Associate with the City of San Diego), and a valid International Code Council (ICC) Certificate as a Building Plans Examiner within two years of hire. A valid California Class C Driver’s License is also required.
The Structural Inspector I is responsible for inspecting various structures including multi-family residential, commercial, and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal structural codes. This role involves enforcing conformance to approved plans and specifications, investigating code violations, preparing reports, maintaining records, and issuing correction notices. Minimum qualifications include a mix of experience in construction work or regulatory inspections and educational credentials in Architecture, Civil, or Structural Engineering, supplemented by necessary certifications such as an ICC Certificate.
Structural Inspector II performs advanced and skilled inspection duties on new constructions, repairs, or renovations to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal structural codes. This journey-level position requires candidates to handle complex inspection tasks autonomously and may involve mentoring less experienced inspectors. Minimum qualifications include significant experience in structural inspections or related construction fields, supplemented by a relevant Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering, and certifications such as an ICC Certificate as a Building Inspector.
The Student Engineer position involves assisting in various subprofessional engineering tasks such as surveying, drafting, data compilation, and testing of construction materials under immediate supervision. This role is tailored for current college students enrolled in an engineering program, requiring the completion of significant coursework in core scientific and engineering subjects. A valid California Class C Driver's License is also required.
The Student Worker role involves performing a variety of routine clerical duties, non-professional engineering tasks, and general laboring work under immediate supervision. Responsibilities include library tasks, office clerical work, running errands, sorting mail, and simple cleaning. This position is designed for current high school or college students, and may require a valid California Class C Driver's License for certain tasks.
Supervising Academy Instructor
The Supervising Academy Instructor oversees and participates in the FIT program for the Police Department, coordinating and instructing POST-certified First Aid and CPR classes, and managing fitness tests and health evaluations for officers. This position requires a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology or a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as Physical Education or Exercise Science, along with significant professional experience in fitness program management and evaluation.
Supervising Budget Development Analyst
The Supervising Budget Development Analyst oversees the preparation and monitoring of the city-wide budget, supervising Financial Management staff and reviewing all departmental budget analyses and fiscal actions. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and extensive experience in budget preparation and financial analysis, potentially substituting a Master’s degree in a related field for some experience. The position involves strategic fiscal management, including making presentations to City officials and ensuring compliance with fiscal policies and municipal codes.
Supervising CAL-ID Technician
The Supervising Cal-ID Technician supervises and coordinates the activities of Cal-ID Technicians, focusing on fingerprint identification within a law enforcement setting. Responsibilities include developing work procedures, maintaining quality control, and managing workload statistics. Minimum qualifications include three years of clerical experience, with at least one year in a records division of a law enforcement agency, and the ability to type at a corrected speed of 30 words per minute.
Supervising Claims Representative
The Supervising Claims Representative oversees the administration of the City’s public liability, claims recovery, and workers’ compensation programs, ensuring legal compliance and managing complex and sensitive cases. Key duties include establishing work procedures, training staff, evaluating performance, and handling negotiations for settlements. Minimum qualifications include four years of professional experience in workers' compensation claims management under California law and a valid California Claims Adjuster designation.
Supervising Crime Scene Specialist
The Supervising Crime Scene Specialist oversees the complex activities involved in collecting, preserving, and documenting evidence at crime scenes for police investigations. Responsibilities include supervising the photography and collection of evidence, ensuring the integrity of evidence, and managing the submission of fingerprints to the Automated Latent Fingerprint System. Minimum qualifications require three years of experience in crime scene processing within a law enforcement agency, proficiency in handling various types of physical evidence, and a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
The Supervising Criminalist is responsible for overseeing the physical and chemical analysis of evidence within a Police Crime Laboratory. This role includes supervising the evaluation of various evidential materials, potentially handling complex crime scenes, and developing forensic procedures. It requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant scientific field such as Forensic Science, Chemistry, or Biology, and four years of professional experience in criminalistics, with expertise in areas such as firearms identification, forensic biology, or digital forensics.
The Supervising Custodian oversees skilled custodians in the cleaning and maintenance of city buildings and facilities. Responsibilities include scheduling, coordinating cleaning tasks, inspecting completed work, training new employees, and managing inventory of cleaning supplies. The position requires two years of janitorial or maintenance experience, including at least one year in a supervisory role, and possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License.
Supervising Department Human Resources Analyst
The Supervising Department Human Resources Analyst oversees a professional HR staff within a department, addressing complex human resources issues such as employee relations, discipline, and investigations. This role involves developing HR programs, serving as a liaison to other HR and risk management departments, and providing training on laws and policies like FMLA and EEO. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree and four years of professional HR experience, with expertise in areas such as labor relations, personnel management, and HR program administration.
Supervising Development Project Manager
The Supervising Development Project Manager oversees the work of professional staff managing complex land use development projects, ensuring adherence to city policies and state laws. This role includes managing project schedules, budgets, and staff, along with making presentations to various stakeholders and preparing reports for city officials. Minimum qualifications include five years of professional experience, with at least three years in engineering or planning related to municipal codes, land development, or project management in significant urban, commercial, or residential projects.
Supervising Disposal Site Representative
The Supervising Disposal Site Representative coordinates and directs fee collection activities at the City's landfill, managing tasks such as staffing fee collectors, developing work procedures, and responding to public complaints. This position also involves evaluating software changes, preparing operational reports, and serving as a liaison with vendors. Minimum qualifications include one year of supervisory experience in fee collection at a landfill or similar facility and possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
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