Jekyll Island Authority Jobs Hiring Now
Jekyll Island Authority is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in business operations and compliance & legal. Migrate Mate updates Jekyll Island Authority's live openings daily. Jekyll Island Authority is the state agency that manages and operates Jekyll Island, Georgia, overseeing its parks, historic sites, recreation facilities, retail, and public safety services.
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Jekyll Island Authority hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 6
- Top team
- Business Operations
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Jekyll Island
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Life is Good Retail Guest Services (Part-time)
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Life is Good Retail Guest Services (Part-time)
Jekyll Island, Georgia
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EMS: Part-time Firefighter & EMT-B
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Jekyll Island Authority
EMS: Part-time Firefighter & EMT-B
Jekyll Island, Georgia
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Guest Services Team Lead-Pier Road Outfitters (Part-Time)
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Guest Services Team Lead-Pier Road Outfitters (Part-Time)
Jekyll Island, Georgia
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Museum Gift Shop Guest Service Team Lead (Full-time)
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Museum Gift Shop Guest Service Team Lead (Full-time)
Jekyll Island, Georgia
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Vehicle Mechanic II or I
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Vehicle Mechanic II or I
Jekyll Island, Georgia
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Tennis Maintenance Technician (Part time)
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Tennis Maintenance Technician (Part time)
Jekyll Island, Georgia
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Life is Good Retail Guest Services (Part-time)
Jekyll Island Authority·Jekyll Island, Georgia
Job functions:
51-200 employees
Job Description
Job Title: Retail Guest Services
Department/Division: Life is Good Store / Retail Operations
Status: Regular, Part-time / Hourly
Pay: $15.75 per hour
Reports to: Store Manager
Benefits: Georgia Employee Retirement System (GDCP), Parking pass, and Amenities Passes
Closing Date: Open until filled
Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist.
Job Summary:
Be a part of something good! At the Life is Good Genuine Neighborhood Shoppe on Jekyll Island, every guest interaction is an opportunity to share optimism and make a genuine connection. As a Retail Guest Services Associate, you’ll welcome guests, assist with purchases, and help maintain a space that feels fresh and inviting. This part-time position requires flexible availability on weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Description:
- Deliver outstanding customer service and respond professionally to guest inquiries.
- Provide helpful, courteous information to visitors.
- Operate the point-of-sale system and accurately handle transactions.
- Prepare deposits and verify that all funds are accounted for.
- Participate in training to continuously improve customer service skills.
- Restock merchandise and maintain a clean, organized sales floor.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Two years of retail or customer service experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Friendly, outgoing, and customer-focused.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled work shifts is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Microsoft Office and retail inventory systems.
- Previous experience in a branded or lifestyle retail environment.
- Familiarity with Jekyll Island or tourism-focused customer service.
Licenses / Background Checks:
- A valid driver’s license is required for tasks that involve travel between JIA-operated locations while on duty, whether using a state-issued or personal vehicle. All drivers must comply with Georgia state laws.
- Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal background check.
- Credit check required for all positions assigned to handle cash transactions regularly.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions:
- Exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.
- Exert up to 15 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
- Spend more than 50% of the typical workday walking, standing, reaching, balancing (including standing on 1–2 steps), using hands and fingers to handle items such as money or merchandise, and performing repetitive wrist, hand, and finger motions.
- Spend 25–50% of the day stooping (bending at the waist) and lifting.
- Spend less than 25% of the day kneeling, crouching, sitting, pushing, or pulling.
- Spend more than 50% of the day verbally communicating (talking and hearing).
- Use close vision regularly to operate POS systems, read labels, and count money.
- Work primarily takes place indoors in a climate-controlled retail space.
- Regular exposure to outdoor conditions (e.g. walking between buildings or locations). This may include extreme heat, rain, cold temperatures and other weather conditions.
- Noise level may vary normal to loud, depending on visitor traffic and special events.
- Occasional exposure to hazards such as moving vehicles.
This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job and is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided. If email confirmation is not received, applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4024 for confirmation, however, due to the volume of applicants received, we are unable to provide information on application status after receipt. Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4024.
All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background check is required including credit when applicable to the position. Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should
consider this when applying.
Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The Jekyll Island Authority is a Drug-free Workplace.
Jekyll Island Authority
Life is Good Retail Guest Services (Part-time)
Jekyll Island, Georgia
Added 1w ago51-200 employees
Job functions:
Job Description
Job Title: Retail Guest Services
Department/Division: Life is Good Store / Retail Operations
Status: Regular, Part-time / Hourly
Pay: $15.75 per hour
Reports to: Store Manager
Benefits: Georgia Employee Retirement System (GDCP), Parking pass, and Amenities Passes
Closing Date: Open until filled
Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist.
Job Summary:
Be a part of something good! At the Life is Good Genuine Neighborhood Shoppe on Jekyll Island, every guest interaction is an opportunity to share optimism and make a genuine connection. As a Retail Guest Services Associate, you’ll welcome guests, assist with purchases, and help maintain a space that feels fresh and inviting. This part-time position requires flexible availability on weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Description:
- Deliver outstanding customer service and respond professionally to guest inquiries.
- Provide helpful, courteous information to visitors.
- Operate the point-of-sale system and accurately handle transactions.
- Prepare deposits and verify that all funds are accounted for.
- Participate in training to continuously improve customer service skills.
- Restock merchandise and maintain a clean, organized sales floor.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Two years of retail or customer service experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Friendly, outgoing, and customer-focused.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to handle money accurately and operate a point-of-sale system.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled work shifts is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Microsoft Office and retail inventory systems.
- Previous experience in a branded or lifestyle retail environment.
- Familiarity with Jekyll Island or tourism-focused customer service.
Licenses / Background Checks:
- A valid driver’s license is required for tasks that involve travel between JIA-operated locations while on duty, whether using a state-issued or personal vehicle. All drivers must comply with Georgia state laws.
- Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal background check.
- Credit check required for all positions assigned to handle cash transactions regularly.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions:
- Exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally to move objects.
- Exert up to 15 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
- Spend more than 50% of the typical workday walking, standing, reaching, balancing (including standing on 1–2 steps), using hands and fingers to handle items such as money or merchandise, and performing repetitive wrist, hand, and finger motions.
- Spend 25–50% of the day stooping (bending at the waist) and lifting.
- Spend less than 25% of the day kneeling, crouching, sitting, pushing, or pulling.
- Spend more than 50% of the day verbally communicating (talking and hearing).
- Use close vision regularly to operate POS systems, read labels, and count money.
- Work primarily takes place indoors in a climate-controlled retail space.
- Regular exposure to outdoor conditions (e.g. walking between buildings or locations). This may include extreme heat, rain, cold temperatures and other weather conditions.
- Noise level may vary normal to loud, depending on visitor traffic and special events.
- Occasional exposure to hazards such as moving vehicles.
This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job and is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided. If email confirmation is not received, applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4024 for confirmation, however, due to the volume of applicants received, we are unable to provide information on application status after receipt. Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4024.
All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background check is required including credit when applicable to the position. Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should
consider this when applying.
Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The Jekyll Island Authority is a Drug-free Workplace.
Job Roles at Jekyll Island Authority
Business Operations3 jobs
Compliance & Legal1 jobs
Working at Jekyll Island Authority
Jekyll Island Authority's 6 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are business operations and compliance & legal. Jekyll Island Authority is a Georgia state agency responsible for managing Jekyll Island as a public resort and conservation area, employing staff across recreation, public safety, museum operations, retail, and facilities maintenance. Most Jekyll Island Authority roles are based in Jekyll Island.
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How many jobs is Jekyll Island Authority hiring for right now?
Jekyll Island Authority is hiring for 6 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in business operations and compliance & legal. Positions span recreation, public safety, retail guest services, and facilities maintenance, reflecting the Authority's range of operations across Jekyll Island.
What kinds of roles does Jekyll Island Authority hire for?
The most active teams are business operations and compliance & legal. Jekyll Island Authority typically hires for roles in recreation and grounds maintenance, emergency medical services and firefighting, vehicle and facilities repair, museum and retail guest services, and outdoor outfitter operations. Most postings are across all levels, covering both full-time and part-time positions across the island's public-facing departments.
Are Jekyll Island Authority jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Jekyll Island Authority's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Jekyll Island. Each Jekyll Island Authority listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Jekyll Island Authority?
Find a role that fits your background among Jekyll Island Authority's open listings on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing directly to Jekyll Island Authority's own application portal, where Jekyll Island Authority manages its hiring process. Migrate Mate keeps Jekyll Island Authority's postings current so you can apply to the latest openings without delay.
Does Jekyll Island Authority hire entry-level?
Most of Jekyll Island Authority's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual Jekyll Island Authority listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Jekyll Island Authority hiring?
Most Jekyll Island Authority roles are based in Jekyll Island, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.