MarineQuest Summer Program Bus Driver

Marine Quest Summer Program Bus Driver 2026

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 Affordable Care Act guidelines.

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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.

UNCW is a public institution with nearly 18,000 students and offers a full range of baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral programs, including marine biology, nursing practice, psychology, and coastal engineering. The university’s research efforts have earned an elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities:
High Research Activity” (R2) by the Carnegie Classification.

• Operate a New Hanover County activity bus or passenger van to safely transport program participants between events and locations according to the program schedule.
• Work as a team with Marine Quest instructors and other bus drivers.
• Remain with the bus or group during work hours.
• Maintain 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 Marine Quest policies and procedures.

• Must possess the necessary licenses to drive the assigned vehicle (Commercial NC Driver’s License).
• Experience transporting K‑12 students on an activity bus.

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

• Commercial NC Driver’s License.

Half‑day positions: 7:15 AM – 12:15 PM, Monday – Friday.
Full‑day positions: 7:15 AM – 4:15 PM, Monday‑Thursday; 7:15 AM – 1:45 PM, Friday.
Evenings: 6 PM – 9:15 PM;
Friday 7:15 AM – 9:00 AM.

Daytime position:
Monday – Friday;
Evening positions:
Sunday, Thursday, Friday mornings.

Hours per week:
Half‑day 20‑25 hours, Full‑day 40 hours, Evening 5‑15 hours.

Hourly rate: $17 – $19 per hour.

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex, age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where such factors represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and 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.

Required Documents: Driver’s license copy, CPR/First Aid certificate (if applicable).
Optional Documents: Resume, Cover Letter.