Seasonal Ocean Rescue Lifeguard
Listed on 2026-01-23
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The Town of Wrightsville Beach is accepting applications for Seasonal Ocean Rescue Lifeguards for the 2026 season. The starting pay is $20.50 per hour, $21.00 with a NC EMT certification.
Applicants should meet the following requirements:- Ability to swim at least 500 meters in 10 minutes, or less.
- At least 18 years of age or older
Requirements
The tryout will consist of the following:
- Approximately 800-meter ocean swim, immediately followed by a one-mile soft sand run.
- Two victim rescues. One will be an active victim the other a passive victim.
Selected applicants for the 2026 season will be provided a conditional offer of employment contingent on satisfying the following requirements:
- Drug Screen
- Physical
Applicants will work approximately 46 hours per week with a start date of May 11, 2026.
How to ApplyApply through Indeed by submitting your application and resume. You may obtain an electronic copy of the application at Town of Wrightsville Beach and click on the 'Download Application' on the right side of the page. You can also obtain a paper copy by visiting Town Hall, 321 Causeway Drive, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480.
Applications and questions can be addressed to:
Sam Proffitt, Ocean Rescue Director, sproffitt.
The Town of Wrightsville Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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