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Customer Service Specialist I/II
- San Clemente, California
- CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA
$47,964.80 - $67,496.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Customer Service
- Public Health
Recreation Leader I/II
- San Clemente, California
- CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA
$16.95 - $20.60 Hourly
- Part Time
- Parks and Recreation
Recreation Leader III
- San Clemente, California
- CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA
$18.24 - $22.17 Hourly
- Part Time
- Parks and Recreation
Pool Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor/Head Lifeguard
- San Clemente, California
- CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA
$17.79 - $22.17 Hourly
- Part Time
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
- Public Safety
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- San Clemente, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- San Clemente, California
- U.S. Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Experienced New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- San Clemente, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Air Interdiction Agent New Hire Sign-On Incentives
- San Clemente, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7)
- San Clemente, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities with U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- San Clemente, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
- Full Time
- Aviation or Harbor
Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
- San Clemente, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
- Full Time
- Aviation or Harbor
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Experienced New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- San Clemente, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Security Officer Evening Shift, 401(k) Included
- San Clemente, California
- Scchamber
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Flex Security Officer $21 - Luxury HOA - Dana Point
- San Clemente, California
- ST. MORITZ SECURITY
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Military Exercise Systems Analyst & AAR Lead
- San Clemente, California
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- Federal Government
Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7)
- San Clemente, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- San Clemente, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government

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Customer Service Specialist I/II
- San Clemente, California United States
- CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA
- Jun 09, 2026
- $47,964.80 - $67,496.00 Annually - Full Time
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA

The beautiful southern California community of San Clemente has 4.7 miles of stunning beaches and great surf that draw visitors on a year-round basis. The city is a family-oriented community of more than 65,500 residents and encompasses 18.5 square miles. The most southern city in Orange County, San Clemente is located midway between Los Angeles and San Diego, just north of the undeveloped lands of Camp Pendleton. As San Clemente has grown in population, it has held steadfast to its heritage as the Spanish Village by the Sea. What was once a small residential village tied to its historical setting as an outpost along El Camino Real, San Clemente has matured into a diverse, full-service suburban community. With its natural beauty and outstanding amenities, San Clemente maintains an exceptional quality of life for its vibrant and engaged citizenry. The city offers a unique blend of community events, performing arts, recreational activities, award-winning schools, and excellent business opportunities. Listed in the Top 100 Safest Cities, San Clemente enjoys quality public safety as well as parks and recreation services. San Clemente provides its residents and visitors with a variety of retail shopping experiences and services; including the historic, pedestrian-friendly downtown, Avenida Del Mar, along with the Pier Bowl area that is part of a picturesque city-maintained beach trail. While San Clemente reflects a relaxed beach environment and atmosphere, there is also a culture of strong civic awareness. San Clemente residents are bright and highly involved, which leads to an enhanced sense of community, and a higher standard for development, historic preservation, and urban design. With its world-renowned surf breaks, San Clemente is also a premier surfing destination. This coastal jewel has family-friendly beaches, a network of pedestrian and bicycle trails, rugged hills and canyons, clean air, and a mild Mediterranean climate that enhances the community’s distinctive seaside lifestyle.
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- $47,964.80 - $67,496.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Jun 09, 2026
Job Description
Description

If you thrive in a team-oriented environment, our beachside recreation department is the perfect place to grow. As a Customer Service Specialist, you’ll be part of a collaborative staff that works together to create positive experiences for residents of all ages. If you’re ready to bring your enthusiasm, professionalism, and people-first mindset to a supportive coastal workplace, we’d love to have you join our team.

Under general supervision, to perform a variety of customer service functions, including processing requests for facility park permits, receiving payments and issuing receipts, inputting data into the computer and resolving customer complaints; and to perform a variety of clerical functions related to assigned area of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Customer Service Specialist I
This is the entry level class in the Customer Service Specialist series. This class is distinguished from the Customer Service Specialist II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including assuming responsibility for less complex projects

Customer Service Specialist II
This is the journey level class within the Customer Service Specialist series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Customer Service Specialist I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including working independently and assuming full responsibility for assigned projects. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Essential Functions

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provide front counter assistance; explain policies and procedures in assigned area; respond to and resolve customer concerns and issues.
Receive and process payments; input data into the computer; operate the cash register; compute change and issue receipts.
Balance and reconcile cash drawer; count and verify cash and related reports; maintain accurate records.
Maintain a variety of files and records; ensure information is current and accurate; research and retrieve files, as necessary.
Order supplies and equipment for assigned area.
Answer phone calls; and provide information to the public.
Provide back-up support to lower-level staff.
Assist non-profit organizations and private individuals with the booking of City rental facilities for meetings, parties, wedding/receptions, and sport field and park usage.
Oversee facility set-up staff responsible for event set-up.
Process recreation class registrations in specialized recreation software.
Assist customers in obtaining or meeting specialized requirements such as guard service, liability insurance, and bartender or caterer information.
Process weekly facility schedule and coordination of scheduling for facility set-up staff.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of:
Customer service techniques.
Basic accounting principles and practices.
Record keeping methods and techniques.
Cash handling techniques.
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
Principles of mathematics.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and ordinances.

Ability to:
Maintain tactfulness and courtesy during high stress situations.
Perform mathematical calculations accurately and quickly.
Operate a computer and office equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Read, understand, interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
Learn the functions, operations, organizational structure, and policies/procedures of the assigned department.

Work independently, multi-task and complete work assignments in an effective and timely manner, while working in a setting with changing deadlines and frequent interruptions.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Education/Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Customer Service Specialist I

Experience :
One year of experience in customer services with an agency, company, or organization.
AND

Education/Training :
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Customer Service Specialist II

Experience :
Two years of experience in customer service with an agency, company, or organization.
OR
one year as a Customer Service Specialist with the City of San Clemente
AND

Education/Training :
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment:

Office environment.

Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in an indoor office environment, requiring extensive sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time
Work involves occasional walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and bending.
Moderate lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of items of moderate weight.
Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment, handle files and documents
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone
Visual acuity to see/read documents and computer screen.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE

All applicants must submit a completed City of San Clemente application form and supplemental questionnaire in order to be considered. Applications will not be accepted by fax or email.

Applications must be submitted via the City's web site at http://san-clemente.org/jobs . All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience.

Prior to employment, the prospective candidate must successfully complete a background review, medical examination, including drug screen, and be fingerprinted, all at City expense. If selected, written identification showing entitlement to legally work in the United States will be required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or age.

In accordance with the ADA, candidates that require accommodation to perform the tasks of this position should contact Human Resources to inform them of the accommodation requested.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of San Clemente provides excellent benefits which include:

FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE - Most positions work a 9/80 work schedule.

HOLIDAYS - The City presently recognizes 12 regular holidays, plus two floating holidays.

VACATION - Employees accumulate vacation at the rate of 104 hours per year increasing to a maximum of 176 hours based on years of service.

SICK LEAVE - Accrual of 8 hours per month.

INSURANCE - The City provides a comprehensive benefit package including employee medical, dental, vision.

LIFE INSURANCE - Value equal to two times annual earnings up to a maximum of $100,000.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees may elect to enroll in a voluntary plan and defer up to the IRS permitted annual maximum. Employees may defer up to a maximum of $24,500 annually in 2026. Individuals aged 50 and older can contribute up to $8,000 in catch-up contributions to these plans.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in either or both of the Health Care or Dependent Care programs.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - The City offers full-time employees and their dependents an EAP program which provides a variety of professional services.

ON-SITE FITNESS CENTER - The City provides a no fee on-site fitness center with state of the art equipment located in City Hall.

RETIREMENT - The City of San Clemente is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and is subject to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). The retirement formula for new employees is based on the category below that the new employee falls under. Employee contribution rates will be determined by the employee's classification and requirements under PEPRA.
NOTE: The City is also a member of the Social Security system. As such, Full Time employees make contributions to Social Security in addition to their CalPERS contributions.

Classic Member:

Retirement Formula: 2% @ 55

Definition:

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the PEPRA definition of a "new member" as "classic members" who are subject to the Public Employees' Retirement Law (PERL). PEPRA allows a member after January 1, 2013, to retain his/her classic member retirement benefit status if the member continues his/her membership in all previous California Public Retirement System(s) by leaving his/her service credit and contributions (if any) on deposit, and the member enters into employment that results in CalPERS membership within six months of separating from the most recent California Public Retirement System. Classic member status also requires the membership date to be on or before December 31, 2012, in a California Public Retirement System in which reciprocity is established.

New Member:

Retirement Formula: 2% @ 62

Definition: A new member is defined in PEPRA as any of the following:
A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, who has a break in service of greater than six months with another California Public Retirement System that is subject to Reciprocity.
A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, who is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six months.

Closing Date/Time: 6/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA

The beautiful southern California community of San Clemente has 4.7 miles of stunning beaches and great surf that draw visitors on a year-round basis. The city is a family-oriented community of more than 65,500 residents and encompasses 18.5 square miles. The most southern city in Orange County, San Clemente is located midway between Los Angeles and San Diego, just north of the undeveloped lands of Camp Pendleton.

As San Clemente has grown in population, it has held steadfast to its heritage as the Spanish Village by the Sea. What was once a small residential village tied to its historical setting as an outpost along El Camino Real, San Clemente has matured into a diverse, full-service suburban community.

With its natural beauty and outstanding amenities, San Clemente maintains an exceptional quality of life for its vibrant and engaged citizenry. The city offers a unique blend of community events, performing arts, recreational activities, award-winning schools, and excellent business opportunities. Listed in the Top 100 Safest Cities, San Clemente enjoys quality public safety as well as parks and recreation services. San Clemente provides its residents and visitors with a variety of retail shopping experiences and services; including the historic, pedestrian-friendly downtown, Avenida Del Mar, along with the Pier Bowl area that is part of a picturesque city-maintained beach trail.

While San Clemente reflects a relaxed beach environment and atmosphere, there is also a culture of strong civic awareness. San Clemente residents are bright and highly involved, which leads to an enhanced sense of community, and a higher standard for development, historic preservation, and urban design.

With its world-renowned surf breaks, San Clemente is also a premier surfing destination. This coastal jewel has family-friendly beaches, a network of pedestrian and bicycle trails, rugged hills and canyons, clean air, and a mild Mediterranean climate that enhances the community’s distinctive seaside lifestyle.
CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CA
- San Clemente, California, United States
- https://www.san-clemente.org/
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