Summer Ventures Residential Assistant 2026

Posting Details
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

External Link to Posting

Vacancy Number
TSP5601PST

Working Title
Summer Ventures Residential Assistant 2026

Job Title
Recreation Worker I/Camp Director

Temp Position Type
SHRA Temporary

Job Category
Unspecified

FLSA for Position
Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Summer Ventures Residential Staff is responsible for overseeing the safety and behavior of the Summer Ventures students (ages 16 - 17) in a residential setting. Residential staff must live in the residential hall for the duration of the position. Staff will organize and lead educational, recreational, and life-skill activities for individual and group participation. Residential staff will ensure students adhere to their academic schedules and maintain a safe and healthy environment in the residential hall.

Duties include:

• Supervising students during meals, free time, activities, and transitions on campus.
• Enforcement of the student code of conduct.
• Conflict resolution between students.
• Leading and developing evening programming and recreational activities.
• May be required to supervise and document students taking personal medications.
• Communicating with students, parents, and other staff.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Completion of 2 years toward a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• First Aid and CPR Certification (certification must be obtained by June 15, 2026)
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Completion of a bachelor's or master's degree
• Experience in completing a research project in STEM.
• Housing and residence life experience involving children or young adults.
• Lifeguard certification

Required Certifications or Licensure

• First Aid and CPR Certification (certification must be obtained by June 15, 2026)
• Valid driver's license

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

College/School Information

Work Hours
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 8:15am and 3:45pm - 11:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00am - 11:00pm

Work Days
Saturday - Sunday

Hours Per Week
45 hours per week for Monday - Friday and 2 working weekends with ~40 hours of overtime Saturday and Sunday.

Type of Position

Anticipated Hiring Range
$14.00 - $17.00/hour

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please note: this is a temporary position. "On call" means that you will not earn work hours unless you are called to duty. The length of the assignment will be based on department need 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. Pay varies by position and is based on qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional compensation includes housing and some meals when working.

Job Posting Date
01/15/2026

Job Closing Date
06/12/2026

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