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Any combination equivalent to training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade; college level coursework or college associates degree preferred.

Applicants must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position in which they are applying. Based upon the information presented on the application, those applicants who appear to possess the most suitable qualifications will be requested to continue in the recruitment process. Failure to state all pertinent qualifications may lead to elimination from the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified by email of the results of the selection process.

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 18, 2026

To be considered for this employment opportunity, please submit a City Employment Application, Resume and Cover Letter electronically to employment

The City of Rancho Santa Margarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the City's policy to treat all applicants equally; evaluating each on the basis of individual skills, knowledge and abilities and not on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40 and over), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

All City employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a background check, which includes a fingerprint-based criminal background check conducted by the State of California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Note:

The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

In accordance with California state law, all City of Rancho Santa Margarita employees are disaster services workers and may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty, in the event of a disaster.

Rancho Santa Margarita
Rancho Santa Margarita is a small city with the soul of a village. Incorporated on January 1, 2000, Rancho Santa Margarita is a general law city with a Council Manager form of government. The City is primarily a contract City, with approximately 35 employees.

Category:
Full-Time
• Employment Status Open
• Pending City Council Approval
• Salary Range: $64,000 - $86,478 (Commensurate with Experience)
• Plus Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Posted January 28, 2026 2:00 PM
• Closing February 18, 2026