Temporary Security Guard (Non-Student)

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
University Police - 35340

External Link to Posting

Vacancy Number
TSP5661PST

Working Title
Temporary Security Guard (Non-Student)

Job Title

Job Category
Law Enforcement & Public Safety

FLSA for Position
Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Security Guard position is a Non-Sworn position responsible for patrolling the buildings and grounds of UNCW main campus and other properties owned and or leased by UNCW insuring that faculty, staff, students and guests are safe. The Security Guard responsibilities include conducting foot patrols of buildings and grounds in assigned areas such as academic buildings, Randall Library, Crest Research Park; locking/unlocking facilities as scheduled; identifying security risks; making appropriate notifications; responding to calls for service; responding to fire alarms as requested; assisting police officers; assisting motorists/pedestrians; enforcing parking violations and other duties as assigned. This position will also assist in the training of new Security Guards, direct traffic in congested areas and/or during special events, assist guests and visitors with directions and information, provide escort services for university faculty, staff, students, and guests and provide Crime Prevention Programming. This role will also perform any other related duties that may be required. Position may require traveling between UNCW properties.

• Duty Station could be Main Campus AND Center for Marine Science
• Initial 2-week training required.
• Possible Shifts:
  • 3pm-11pm,
  • 3pm-9pm,
  • 5pm-11pm,
  • 11pm-7am.
  
  
• As Needed:
  • 7pm-7am
  • 7am-7pm
  
  
  
  
  

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent

Sufficient experience to demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations

Requires valid N.C. driver's license with no major violations within past 3 years. Must have reliable transportation.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Required Certifications or Licensure
Requires valid N.C. driver's license with no major violations within past 3 years.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

College/School Information

Work Hours
Possible Shifts: 3pm-11pm, 3pm-9pm, 5pm-11pm, 11pm-7am. As Needed: 7pm-7am and 7am-7pm

Work Days
7 days a week

Hours Per Week
Up to 40 Hours

Type of Position

Anticipated Hiring Range
$15.00 - $16.00 / 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. 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.

To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application.

You will be required to attach a cover letter and resume to successfully apply for this position. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have completed the 'Work History' section of the application before you apply for this position.

For more info/to apply visit Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Job Posting Date
05/13/2026

Job Closing Date
08/09/2026

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