MarineQuest School Program Associate University of North Carolina Wilmington $38,193 - $42,667 paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, North Carolina, Wilmington Aug 03, 2026 Posting Details Benefits of Working at UNCW Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach. Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session. As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service. We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy,and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge. Recruitment Range $38,193 - $42,667 Recruitment Range Details The 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 parameters. Vacancy Number S02881 Position Title University Program Associate Working Title MarineQuest School Program Associate Competency Level Contributing Home Department MarineQuest - 31405 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 Watson College of Ed - 314 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 "

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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 CMS Myrtle Grove Brief Summary of Work for this Position The MarineQuest School Program Associate leads environmental education-based programming 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 Program Associate is to lead a summer program line (ages 9 - 17). During the school year, the position will focus on school program administrative assistance, lab organization, and school program instruction. 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. Be knowledgeable in the MarineQuest program mission, program organization, and Minors' policy. Safely transport students, staff, and equipment in passenger vans. Maintain clean and organized program spaces. Maintain student safety in both field and UNCW campus spaces. Provide a positive experience for program students and staff. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Preferred education, professional skills and experience Bachelor's degree in a marine science field, environmental studies, or science education. Two seasons as a Program Associate. Environmental Education certification or teaching credential. Required Certifications or licensure First Aid/ CPR, Lifeguard (or ability to complete within first 6 months) FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Months Per Year 12 Months Work Days Monday - Friday with some weekend work Work Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with some variation Type of Position Time-limited Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited 09/03/2029 Position Number 8468 Job Posting Date 08/03/2026 Posting Close Date 08/14/2026 Number of Openings Single Incumbent Special Notes to Applicants

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This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Contributing level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. 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. External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40175