MarineQuest Summer Program Bus Driver 2026

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Wilmington, NC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$17–$19 Per Hour
SKILLS
Bus Driving, CDL Driver's License, CPR Certification, Clinical Research, Distance Learning, Driver's License, First Aid, Higher Education, Job Fairs, Leadership, LinkedIn, Marine Biology, Mentoring, Nursing, Psychology, Registered Nurse (RN), Team Player, Training/Teaching, Twitter, University/School Policies, Vehicle Driving
LOCATION
Wilmington, NC
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details

University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the states 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 nations only bachelors degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The universitys efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" (R2) institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department: MarineQuest External Link to Posting: https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38041 Vacancy Number: TSP5586PST Working Title: MarineQuest Summer Program Bus Driver 2026 Job Title: Youth Program Bus Driver I Temp Position Type: SHRA Temporary Job Category: Unspecified FLSA for Position: Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position Operate a New Hanover County activity bus or passenger van to safely transport program participants between events and locations according to the program schedule.

Responsibilities include:

  • Work as a team with MarineQuest instructors and other bus drivers.
  • Remain with bus or group during work hours.
  • General cleanliness and upkeep of the vehicle.
  • Report maintenance needs to supervisors immediately.
  • Adhere to all New Hanover County School Bus policies and procedures as well as UNCW MarineQuest policies and procedures.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

  • Must possess necessary licenses to drive assigned vehicle.
  • Commercial NC Drivers License.
  • Current New Hanover County Schools bus driver experience.
  • Experience transporting K-12 students on an activity bus.
  • Clean driving record.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • Interest in marine environments.
  • First Aid and CPR Certification.

Required Certifications or Licensure

  • Commercial NC Drivers License.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit College/School

Information

  • Work Hours:
  • Half-day positions: 7:15 AM - 12:15 PM, Monday - Friday.
  • Full-day: 7:15 AM - 4:15 PM, Monday-Thursday and 7:15 AM - 4:45 PM Friday.
  • Evenings: 6 PM- 9:15 PM & Friday 7:15 AM - 9:00 AM.
  • Work Days:
  • Daytime position: Monday - Friday.
  • Evening positions: Sunday - Thursday, Friday mornings.
  • Hours Per Week:
  • Half-day positions: 20-25 hours.
  • Full-day positions: 40 hours.
  • Evening positions: 5-15 hours.
  • Type of Position: Anticipated Hiring Range 17 - 19 per hour.

Special Instructions to Applicants Please note this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. 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.

For more info to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date: 12/09/2025 Job Closing Date: 06/30/2026

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.

Number of Openings: Multi-Positions

Applicant Documents Required

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Posting Specific Questions

  • How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW?
  • 2025 UNCW Website
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  • UNCW Employee Referral
  • UNCW Instagram Account
  • UNCW_jobs
  • UNCW Job Alert
  • Chronical of Higher Education
  • Glassdoor
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Indeed
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • North Carolina Job Network
  • Craigslist
  • Career Events/Job Fairs
  • Billboards/Marquee
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