Sports & Recreational Turf Worker (Temporary)
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Recruitment Range: $15 - $20 per hour
Vacancy Number: TSP5616PST
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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.
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.
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The Sports & Recreational Turf Worker's primary responsibility is to provide direct support to the Recreation Grounds and Turf Manger with related work associated with the upkeep and maintenance of the Recreational Field Complex and Shoreline Sports Complex [including buildings, synthetic turf fields, natural grass fields, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts and related equipment]. There will be an emphasis on providing hands on experience and sharing knowledge related to the turf management career and designed for those looking for an internship or practicum experience. The Sports & Recreational Turf Worker will report directly to the Recreation Grounds and Turf Manager.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- High School diploma
- Ability to perform physical labor (lifting at least 50 pounds required)
- Commitment to seasonal work within May 1 - August 30(specific start and end dates may be negotiated)
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Desire to pursue a career in turf management, applicable discipline, or related field
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Work Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: Need to be available between 8am - 5pm
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Position Number: TSP5616PST
Job Posting Date: 02/10/2026
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Number of Openings: Single Incumbent
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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.
To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39972
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.
