Pay, MOUs & Policies

Highlights of employee benefits include participation in the CalPERS retirement system, generous paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and an appreciation for work-life balance.

Come discover why the City of San Marcos is a highly sought after employer of choice in the North County region. 

Full time(PDF, 591KB)
Part time(PDF, 2MB)
City Council(PDF, 224KB)
City Manager(PDF, 3MB)

Learn about benefits (PDF, 2MB)

The Human Resources team works in coordination with all employees and their respective labor groups to provide fair and equitable employment opportunities and environments.

2025 SMCMEA Memorandum of Understanding(PDF, 345KB)
2025 Supervisors' Memorandum of Understanding(PDF, 303KB)
2025 Professional Firefighters' Memorandum of Understanding(PDF, 422KB)

Personnel rules and regulations

Professional Firefighters' Personnel Rules and Regulations(PDF, 494KB)
Personnel Rules and Regulations for Classified Miscellaneous, Supervisory and At Will Employees(PDF, 504KB)