Current Positions Available
Emergency Medical Technician | Full Time
Under general supervision, performs skilled and technical work in operating an approved mobile medical unit and administering appropriate emergency medical care to patients. Work involves responding to the scene of emergency calls, applying necessary medical treatment to sick or injured persons, and transporting persons to the appropriate medical facility. Employee must exercise tact, courtesy and firmness in dealing with sick or injured persons and with the general public. Employee is responsible for performing in accordance with established emergency medical procedures and techniques; but must exercise considerable independent judgment in evaluating and testing victims, and in applying short-term relief. Employee is exposed to the normal hazards of emergency fire and rescue work, including risk of exposure to infectious diseases.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
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Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
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Credentialed as an Emergency Medical Technician with the state of North Carolina.
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Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License with the ability to obtain a Class B license within 6 months of service.
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Certified Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
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Certified Hazmat Awareness Level 1 or equivalent within 12 months of service
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Ability to complete certification in Emergency Vehicle Driver within 12 months of date of hire.
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Physical ability to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including suction units, immobilization requirement, intravenous infusions, syringes and medications, cardiac monitor/defibrillator/pacer; two-way radios, mechanics tools, etc.
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Ability to exert up to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 75 pounds of force frequently, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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Physical ability to carry a shared 250-pound load for short distances and subsequently provide necessary care.
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Ability to work extended hours and days to meet any and all operational needs;
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Knowledge of basic laws and regulations pertaining to emergency medical service operations.
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Ability to prepare ambulance call reports and other reports using appropriate grammar, medical terminology and abbreviations, and to write legibly.
To apply, please submit the following through our Employment Application Portal:
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A resume with cover letter
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Town of Lake Waccamaw Employment Application
Open until filled. All EMS positions with the Town of Lake Waccamaw require a background check, fingerprinting, and drug screening that will be conducted with a contingent offer of any position.
Police Chief | Full Time
The Town of Lake Waccamaw is seeking to fill the position of Police Chief. This position plans and directs the law enforcement program of the Town. The employee is responsible for the protection of life and property through a varied program of enforcement, detection, community policing, and prevention of crime and accidents. Work also involves a full managerial and supervisory role including the establishment of operations and policy, evaluation, and adherence to prescribed standards, and program planning. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law. The employee is subject to hazards associated with law enforcement, which includes working in both inside and outside environments. Work also includes preparing special state, federal, and local reports, cooperating with other law enforcement agencies, preparing, and managing a budget, and supervising all department personnel. Work shall be performed under the direct supervision of the Town Manager and is evaluated through observation, discussion, and review of reports, and through an appraisal of the general effectiveness of departmental operations. Performs administrative, managerial, and specialized law enforcement work in directing the activities of the Police department.
The Town is seeking a person who has related experience in this field. Minimum requirements:
Graduation from a two-year college in criminal justice, police science, supplemented by advanced course in police administration and considerable experience of a progressive responsible nature in law enforcement work, including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desirable Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with coursework in criminal justice or police science, law enforcement administration, or related field and extensive experience of a wide and progressively responsible nature in police services supervision, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum seven (7) years’ management experience in law enforcement preferred. Minimum ten (10) years’ management experience in law enforcement preferred.
Possession of a valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver’s license and completion of the
minimum requirements established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards
Commission for certified law enforcement officers; or ability to obtain BLET Certification in North
Carolina within twelve (12) months of hire date, and must meet and maintain all certifications,
license, and training requirement of position. If you are a proactive person and want to be part
of a professional team and growing organization, this could be the right place for you!
Please mail your confidential resume, cover letter, and completed Town of Lake Waccamaw application to:
Town of Lake Waccamaw, Attn: Town Manager, PO Box 145, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450. If you need more information, please call (910) 646-3700. Town applications can be located at http://lakewaccamawnc.gov or picked up in person at Town Hall located at 205 Flemington Drive, Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450.
The deadline for submitting applications for this position is 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 16, 2025.
Police Officer | Full Time
The Town of Lake Waccamaw is currently accepting applications for the position of full time Police Officer. The police department embraces the concept of community policing while providing police services to include traffic and criminal law enforcement, emergency response and investigation. All applicants must be eligible for immediate certification with the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission or eligible for later transfer if applying from another agency in North Carolina or out of state transfer. All applicants must possess a valid NC drivers license at the time of appointment.
To apply, please submit the following through our Employment Application Portal:
A resume with cover letter
Town of Lake Waccamaw Employment Application
NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Division Form F-3 & Authorization to Release Information Form
Open until filled.
To apply, please submit the following through our Employment Application Portal:
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A resume with cover letter
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Town of Lake Waccamaw Employment Application
Certified Zoning Officer
The Town of Lake Waccamaw is looking for a Certified Zoning Officer. This employee will be responsible for zoning, sign, and other regulations to ensure proper compliance with codes and ordinances. The employee will provide professional advice and guidance to the Mayor, Council, Town Manager, Planning Board, and Board of Adjustment. There will be significant amount of contact with the public. The employee will be responsible for the preparation of short‐ and long‐term planning goals; conducting any relevant research and studies; performing professional planning duties; coordination of land use plans; interpretation and application of plans and maps; and is to oversee record‐keeping necessary to administer the Town’s Land Use Plan and zoning ordinances.
Desirable Experience and Training
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Graduation from an accredited high school with a diploma or GED
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Must be a Certified Zoning Officer or the ability to obtain within twelve months of hire.
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Additional training in zoning, planning, and enforcement.
To apply, please submit the following through our Employment Application Portal:
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A resume with cover letter
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Town of Lake Waccamaw Employment Application
Paramedic | Full Time
Under general supervision, performs skilled and technical work in operating an approved mobile medical unit and administering appropriate emergency medical care to patients. Work involves responding to the scene of emergency calls, applying necessary medical treatment to sick or injured persons, and transporting persons to the appropriate medical facility. Employee must exercise tact, courtesy and firmness in dealing with sick or injured persons and with the general public. Employee is responsible for performing in accordance with established emergency medical procedures and techniques; but must exercise considerable independent judgment in evaluating and testing victims, and in applying short-term relief. Employee is exposed to the normal hazards of emergency fire and rescue work, including risk of exposure to infectious diseases.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
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Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
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Credentialed as an Paramedic with the state of North Carolina.
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Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License with the ability to obtain a Class B license within 6 months of service.
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Certified Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
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Certified Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or equivalent.
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Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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Certified Hazmat Awareness Level 1 or equivalent within 12 months of service
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Ability to complete certification in Emergency Vehicle Driver within 12 months of date of hire.
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Physical ability to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including suction units, immobilization requirement, intravenous infusions, syringes and medications, cardiac monitor/defibrillator/pacer; two-way radios, mechanics tools, etc.
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Ability to exert up to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 75 pounds of force frequently, and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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Physical ability to carry a shared 250-pound load for short distances and subsequently provide necessary care.
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Ability to work extended hours and days to meet any and all operational needs;
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Knowledge of basic laws and regulations pertaining to emergency medical service operations.
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Ability to prepare ambulance call reports and other reports using appropriate grammar, medical terminology and abbreviations, and to write legibly.
To apply, please submit the following through our Employment Application Portal:
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A resume with cover letter
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Town of Lake Waccamaw Employment Application
Open until filled. All EMS positions with the Town of Lake Waccamaw require a background check, fingerprinting, and drug screening that will be conducted with a contingent offer of any position.