The Town of Atlantic Beach only accepts applications for available positions. Currently, the Town has the following available positions:
Police Chief
The Town of Atlantic Beach is seeking an experienced, innovative, and community-focused law enforcement executive to replace its retiring Chief. Located in Eastern North Carolina amid the beautiful beaches of the Crystal Coast, Atlantic Beach has much to offer residents and visitors alike. With a year-round population of only 1,400 over 2.3 sq miles, as a tourism destination, the population swells to over 35,000 for the majority of the year.
The position will manage a staff of 15 full-time sworn law enforcement officers, 1 administrative position, and 15 part-time sworn law enforcement officers. Responsible for a $2M budget, the position will also function as a member of the Town’s management team reporting to the Town Manager in a Council-Manager form of government. Successful candidates will participate in additional steps as part of the final selection process.
Minimum qualifications: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, business, or related field and considerable experience of a progressively responsible nature in law enforcement management is preferred, but an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Advanced Law Enforcement Certification and advanced training through the Southern Police Institute, NCSU AOMP, or other similar program is strongly preferred.
The salary range is $82,500 to $123,770, with an anticipated hiring range of $82,500 to $95,000 based on experience. The Town of Atlantic Beach provides a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-term Disability Insurance, paid time off, and participation in the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System and NC 401K Plan with a 5% employer contribution. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and completed notarized F3 with the official Town Employment Application online. The position is open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer.
A full Job Description can be found here.
Police Officer (Full Time)
Full-time position with excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, sick, vacation, 401K, State Retirement, and assigned take-home vehicle within Carteret County. NC BLET certification required. Starting salary: $48,244. Higher starting salary based upon experience and General, Intermediate, and Advanced Certifications. Qualified applicants should submit application with copies of certifications and completed and notarized F3 online at www.atlanticbeach-nc.com. Position open until filled. EOE.
Police Officers (Part Time)
Seeking part-time Police Officers to work on an as-needed basis. All applicants must be BLET certified. Interested applicants should complete the online Employment Application located below and submit with a copy of BLET certification (or higher) and completed F3 form, to be eligible for consideration. EOE/ADA.
Public Services Technician (Seasonal 40 hrs/wk)
Work outside at the beach this summer! Seeking reliable, responsible, and hard-working persons for our part-time seasonal (May – September) Public Services Technician positions. $18.00 an hour, 40 hours a week; weekend and holidays required.
Primary job tasks include maintaining public beach access restrooms, removing beach trash, mowing, weeding, landscaping, communicating with beach visitors about area attractions, and assisting with Public Services projects. Knowledge of Atlantic Beach and the surrounding area a plus! Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test, have a valid NC driver’s license, clean background report, and must be at least 18 years old.
Interested applicants should complete the online Employment Application located below. EOE.
Town of Atlantic Beach Employment Application: