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　　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 and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.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.

　　DepartmentStudent Affairs - 40000

　　External Link to Posting

　　Vacancy NumberTSP5256PST

　　Working TitleTemporary Challenge Course Lead Facilitator--Campus Recreation

　　Job Title

　　Temp Position TypeSHRA Temporary

　　Job CategoryStudent Affairs

　　FLSA for Position

　　Brief Summary of Work for this Position

　　Competent and experienced Lead Facilitator to assist with the operation and participant supervision of low and high ropes programming on the Challenge Course. Duties include upholding policies, procedures, and guidelines, responding to emergencies, and performing regular maintenance of the Challenge Course. Customer service and maintaining a welcoming environment for participants is important and will be a focus for this position. This position may be asked to support Seahawk Adventures in the areas of Climbing Wall, Trips, or the Rental and Resource Office.

　　Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

　　High School Diploma or EquivalentEquivalent of American Red Cross FA/CPR/AED Certification, or ability to obtain prior to start dateExperience working on "high ropes" challenge courses or ziplines within collegiate recreation or community/private recreationExperience working on "low ropes" challenge courses or teambuilding within collegiate recreation or community/private recreationPreferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

　　Belay knowledge in various forms of dynamic belay on the challenge course (ex: Just Right Descender,PBUS/PLUS with belay 8 or Jewel2)Experience working in a climbing wall within collegiate recreation or community/private recreationACCT level 1 or level 2 certificationRequired Certifications or Licensure

　　Equivalent of American Red Cross FA/CPR/AED Certification, or ability to obtain prior to start datePrimary Purpose of Organizational Unit

　　College/School Information

　　Work HoursVaries based on participant/client/customer interest week to week

　　Work DaysWeekdays and Weekends required Evenings/Nights

　　Hours Per WeekVaries based on participant/client/customer interest week to week

　　Type of Position

　　Anticipated Hiring Range$15/hr

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Job Posting Date09/12/2023

　　Job Closing Date

　　EEO Statement

　　At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (

　　UNCW), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and i novation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to 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.

　　UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

　　Eligibility for Employment

　　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.

　　Number of OpeningsSingle Incumbent

　　UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified persons from all racial, ethnic or other minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.