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Emerald Isle Fire Department
Emerald Isle, NC · Carteret County
“Pride in working together”
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The Emerald Isle Fire Department protects the barrier-island community of Emerald Isle on North Carolina's Bogue Banks. Its work spans structural fire suppression, emergency medical services, vehicle rescue, and the water rescue demands unique to a beach town, including ocean and sound rescue.
The department operates from two fire stations and also oversees the town's seasonal ocean rescue lifeguard operation, which patrols the beach strand from April through September and recruits swimmers from across the country.
Beyond emergency response, the department emphasizes prevention: it runs public life safety education programs and conducts annual incident pre-planning and commercial fire inspections. It frames its work around a culture of teamwork and shared pride.
MissionProudly, together, providing the highest level of emergency mitigation, prevention, education, and safety
The department's website does not publish a dedicated firefighter recruitment or careers page or list current openings. Prospective firefighters should contact the department directly to ask about employment and application procedures.
The most active, publicly advertised hiring is for the town's seasonal ocean rescue lifeguard program, which recruits nationally for its beach patrol from April through September.
Does Emerald Isle Fire Department have current firefighter job openings posted online?
The department's website does not maintain a dedicated firefighter careers or recruitment page with current openings. Candidates should contact the department directly at 252-354-2445 to ask about employment.
What kinds of emergency response does the department handle?
The department responds to fire suppression, ocean and sound water rescue, vehicle rescue, and EMS, reflecting the needs of a coastal barrier-island community.
How many stations does the department operate?
The department operates two fire stations: Fire Station One (252-354-2445) and Fire Station Two (252-354-7885).
How can I apply to be an ocean rescue lifeguard?
The town recruits ocean rescue lifeguards nationally for the beach patrol season (April through September). Applicants must be U.S. citizens at least 18 years old, hold a valid driver's license, and meet USLA swimming standards, including swimming 500 meters in under 10 minutes. New recruits complete about 72 hours of training.
Where is the department located?
The department is located at 7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594.