MarineQuest Kayak Instructor

Benefits of Working at UNCW:
At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range: $38,192 - $42,436The salary range advertised is the designated recruitment range for this classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the candidate's education, relevant experience, internal equity alignment, and departmental budgetary param
Vacancy Number: S02892
Competency Level: Contributing
Location of Workplace: Other
Home Department: MarineQuest - 31405
Division:

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
MarineQuest is the official marine science outreach program for UNCW and the Center for Marine Science providing young people with opportunities to explore, discover and value our marine habitats. MarineQuest operates as a small receipt supported business to provide outreach programming to K-12 students in the community, state and across the nation year round, including Summer Academic Enrichment Programs, School Programs and Weekend outreach activities.

College: College

College/School Information:


University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace: Other

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The MarineQuest Kayak Instructor leads environmental education-based kayak trips for a wide range of ages and supports MarineQuest as a team member with a unique skill set. During the summer, the primary role of the kayak instructor is to lead summer program students (ages 9 - 17) on kayak adventures in coastal Wilmington. During the school year, kayak trips will become less frequent, and the position will focus on equipment, aquaria projects, and being an instructor for school programs.

As a year-round member of the MarineQuest team this position is expected to:

• Practice open communication with MarineQuest and UNCW.
• Serve as a positive role model for staff and students. Displaying maturity, responsibility, flexibility, and judgement.

MarineQuest Kayak Instructor

Benefits of Working at UNCW:
At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range: $38,192 - $42,436The salary range advertised is the designated recruitment range for this classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the candidate's education, relevant experience, internal equity alignment, and departmental budgetary param
Vacancy Number: S02892
Competency Level: Contributing
Location of Workplace: Other
Home Department: MarineQuest - 31405
Division:

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
MarineQuest is the official marine science outreach program for UNCW and the Center for Marine Science providing young people with opportunities to explore, discover and value our marine habitats. MarineQuest operates as a small receipt supported business to provide outreach programming to K-12 students in the community, state and across the nation year round, including Summer Academic Enrichment Programs, School Programs and Weekend outreach activities.

College: College

College/School Information:


University Information:
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace: Other

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
The MarineQuest Kayak Instructor leads environmental education-based kayak trips for a wide range of ages and supports MarineQuest as a team member with a unique skill set. During the summer, the primary role of the kayak instructor is to lead summer program students (ages 9 - 17) on kayak adventures in coastal Wilmington. During the school year, kayak trips will become less frequent, and the position will focus on equipment, aquaria projects, and being an instructor for school programs.

As a year-round member of the MarineQuest team this position is expected to:

• Practice open communication with MarineQuest and UNCW.
• Serve as a positive role model for staff and students. Displaying maturity, responsibility, flexibility, and judgement.