MarineQuest Weekend Instructors

Job Overview

Marine Quest Weekend Instructors 2026

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Pay range: $12.00/hr – $18.00/hr

Weekend staff responsible for supervising students, conducting recreational activities, transporting students in 15‑passenger vans, documenting medication administration, and ensuring safety. Positions run Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with evening and overnight shifts.

• 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 (sand, sports fields, boardwalks)
• Prior experience leading recreational activities for youth

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

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

Meals when working

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning February 9, 2026. First offers will be given in mid-Marchp>

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Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.