"MarineQuest Weekend Instructors 2026"

MarineQuest Weekend Instructors 2026

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.

Department: MarineQuest - 31405
Vacancy Number: TSP5587PST
Temp Position Type: SHRA Temporary
Job Category: Unspecified
FLSA for Position: Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:
MarineQuest Summer Program Weekend Instructors are with students from the late afternoon until lights out on Fridays and again from wake-up to lights out on Saturday and Sunday. Weekend Staff will communicate relevant information with day and overnight staff ensure students' success. Overnight Instructors conduct recreational activities for individual and group participation and supervise downtime and meals. Staff are required to transport students (typically in 15-passenger vans). Staff may be required to supervise and document students taking personal medications. Learn more about the Weekend Instructor position here.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Completion of 2 years toward a bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Ability to work outdoors in Wilmington, NC summer conditions
• Ability to navigate uneven surfaces and terrain, such as sand, sports fields, and boardwalks
• Prior experience leading recreational activities for youth

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience supervising students ages 9 - 17 years old
• Ability to carry 35 lbs
• Completion bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Lifeguard Certification
• Knowledge of marine sciences is a plus

Required Certifications or Licensure:

• First Aid and CPR Certification must be obtained by June 1, 2026.
• Clean driving record
• Must complete online training modules and attend MarineQuest in-person staff training held June 2nd - June 6th, 2025.

Work Hours: Evening positions: 2:00PM - 10:00PM Sunday and 3:30PM -10:00PM Monday-Thursday; Weekend positions: 3:30PM - 10:30PM Friday, 6:30AM -10:30PM Saturday and Sunday; RA positions: 6:30AM - 8:00AM and 9:30PM - 11:00PM Monday through Thursday, Friday AM
Work Days: Friday - Sunday; Working weekends are : June 12-14, June 26-28, July 3-5 (includes holiday pay), July 17-19.
Hours Per Week: 40 hours
Anticipated Hiring Range: $12 - $18/hour - (dependent on qualifications and specific position)

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department needs with the possibility of continuation. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning February 9, 2026. The first offers will be given in mid-March. Pay varies by position and is based on qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Additional compensation includes meals when working.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38186