Lighthouse Keeper Volunteer

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We are looking for a volunteer that can be on site as soon as possible after submitting a quality, completed volunteer application and interviewing for the position. The position is available until May 31, 2025.

The Bodie Island District, located within the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, seeks out enthusiastic people who are happy to engage the public about a rich, seaside history in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The off season is primarily October through April, with lower visitation and minimal operations and programming available. During the summer season from May through September, visitation to Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the Bodie Island lighthouse increases as the lighthouse is open for climbing. In addition, talks and outdoor programs are conducted by rangers, so support from volunteers with visitor center and information desk duties are vital to operations at the Bodie Island Lighthouse.

As team members, you will actively participate in duties to support the interpretive operations and mission goals of the park. A typical day includes, opening and closing the visitor center, staffing the visitor center, answering questions, and swearing in Junior Rangers. This may include supporting rangers with lighthouse tours which begin in late April of 2025 for the summer season. Should you be interested in volunteering while the lighthouse is open, we ask that you are able to climb 219 steps or 10 flights of stairs to the top of the lighthouse.

An RV site with full hook-ups (must provide your own RV) is available with a 32 hour a week commitment. If you are looking for park housing, please contact Serena Diaz to determine availability as it is reserved for park rangers in the summer season but may be available on a first come first serve basis in the late spring.

If this sounds like what you're looking for, please do not hesitate to apply or reach out with any questions

Start Date - 2025-01-06

End Date - 2025-05-31