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Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is a premier resort destination offering a wide range of recreational opportunities, first-rate cultural amenities, a desirable year-round climate and community conveniences. Hilton Head Island continues to top national recognition lists as an ideal place to vacation or retire. With award-winning public and private schools, international events, performing arts, museums, historical sites, parks, playgrounds and economic opportunities, it’s also a great place to raise a family, open a business or just enjoy a wonderful way of life. The Town of Hilton Head Island incorporated as a municipality in 1983 and is well known for its “eco-friendly” development. Our Town government has long been recognized as one of the most progressive local governments in the region. The Town is financially sound, offers low taxes, an aggressive capital improvement program, protection of our natural resources and award-winning park design. Our employees proudly serve the citizens and visitors of Hilton Head Island and continuously seek to improve our services. To that end, the Town is committed to attracting and retaining employees who share our goals and values and who will provide unparalleled customer service. We offer competitive salaries, ongoing training to enhance professional growth, and a comprehensive benefit program to those who choose a career with the Town.

OUR MISSION The South Carolina Aquarium inspires conservation of the natural world by exhibiting and caring for animals, by excelling in education and research, and by providing an exceptional visitor experience. OUR VISION Leading the way to connect people with water, wildlife and wild places.

The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) is a cabinet agency assigned to operate and manage South Carolina’s state parks, to market the state as a preferred vacation destination and to provide assistance to communities for parks, recreation and tourism development and promotion. The agency is perhaps most widely recognized for its leadership role in promoting and supporting South Carolina’s number one industry – tourism. Mission: Growing South Carolina’s economy by fostering sustainable tourism economic development and effectively marketing our state to increase visitation and improve the quality of life for all South Carolinians. Vision: Grow the state. (the economy, jobs, the product base, etc.) Enhance the authentic experiences. (Remain true to what makes South Carolina special.) Sustain the resources. (Protect and preserve.) Lead the way. State Park Service With more than 80,000 acres of protected lands from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the sand dunes of the Atlantic, South Carolina State Parks protect some of the most inviting natural, cultural and recreational destinations in the US. At the South Carolina State Parks, you’ll find the best boating, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking and history in South Carolina. The State Parks feature cabins, villas, campgrounds, picnic areas, meeting rooms and even equestrian stables.