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City of Carlsbad | Diversity Employer

The City of Carlsbad is ideally situated in north San Diego County where a great climate, beautiful beaches and lagoons, and abundant natural open space combine with world-class resorts, family attractions, well planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a charming village atmosphere to create the ideal California experience. Covering nearly 40 square miles, the City of Carlsbad is currently home to about 115,000 residents. Thanks to an award-winning growth management plan, the city's infrastructure and services keep pace with development and promote an excellent quality of life.

A full-service city, Carlsbad has its own police and fire services, a water district, parks and recreation, and library and cultural arts departments, in addition to standard administrative and public works functions. The operating budget for Fiscal Year 2017-18 is $257.6 million and new CIP appropriations for the year total $54 million. Known for its financial stability, the city maintains an AAA credit rating and has a general fund reserve balance exceeding $80 million.

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Live where others vacation
North County San Diego spans from the Pacific Ocean to inland mountains and all the incredible landscapes in between. Whether you want to walk, go for a morning surf, or experience a hip and funk downtown for weekly happy hours, the communities of San Diego offer a place to call home for any professional working in our city.

A Carlsbad Career means a Life in Action
No matter what kind of career path you’re on or which industry piques your interest, there are plenty of jobs in Carlsbad at our buzzworthy businesses. Carlsbad is home to multinational corporations and small boutique firms alike, demanding different skill sets and all education levels. At Carlsbad companies, you’ll be able to pursue a wide range of career paths coupled with resources that can help you break into new fields and grow as a professional. And with quality of life being one of the largest factors in the decision for a company to locate here, the work culture at your new job will be nothing short of life changing.


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City of Carlsbad

Management Analyst

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position Carlsbad -The Community: This nearly 40 square mile city is ideally situated in north San Diego County with an approximate population of 115,000. It offers a great climate, beautiful beaches, lagoons and abundant natural open s...

Job Type Full Time
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City of Carlsbad

Recreation Supervisor I/II-Sports & Fitness

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position The City: Carlsbad is conveniently located between L.A. and San Diego and features nearly seven miles of coastline, three lagoons, world-class resorts, well-planned neighborhoods and a diverse business community. Covering nearl...

Job Type Full Time
City of Carlsbad

Police Recruit

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position Selected candidates from this recruitment will attend the San Diego Regional Police Academy in June, 2025 or September, 2025. About the Police Department The Carlsbad Police Department is a full-service police department that p...

Job Type Full Time
City of Carlsbad

Parks Planner

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position The CommunityThis nearly 40 square mile city is ideally situated in north San Diego County with an approximate population of 115,000. It offers a great climate, beautiful beaches, lagoons and abundant natural open space. World ...

Job Type Full Time
City of Carlsbad

Parks/Trees Supervisor

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position The City: Carlsbad is conveniently located between L.A. and San Diego and features nearly seven miles of coastline, three lagoons, world-class resorts, well-planned neighborhoods and a diverse business community. Covering nearl...

Job Type Full Time
City of Carlsbad

Police Officer - Lateral (2025)

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position PLEASE NOTE: Do not apply to this position if you are not a current or previous Law Enforcement Officer. This is not a Police Recruit position. For an inside look at the Carlsbad Police Department Click Here If you are an out o...

Job Type Full Time
City of Carlsbad

Trails Program Coordinator (Part Time)

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position The Community: The City of Carlsbad is ideally situated in north San Diego County where a great climate, beautiful beaches and lagoons, and abundant natural open space combine with world-class resorts, family attractions, well ...

Job Type Part Time
City of Carlsbad

Program Manager - Cultural Arts

Carlsbad, California

City of Carlsbad

The Position About Carlsbad The City of Carlsbad is ideally situated in north San Diego County where a great climate, beautiful beaches, lagoons, and abundant open space combine with world class resorts, well planned neighborhoods, a divers...

Job Type Full Time
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