Adventure Coordinator - Challenge Course

Wilmington, North Carolina, UNC Wilmington is currently seeking qualified applicants to join our team as the next Challenge Course Coordinator. This position reports to the Assistant Director for Seahawk Adventures and supports the operation, administration, and risk management of a comprehensive challenge course program. The Coordinator also supports other Seahawk Adventures programming, including trips and clinics, climbing wall, leadership development, rentals, and assigned special events.

This position collaborates with Campus Recreation staff, campus partners, external organizations, professional associations, and equipment vendors to support safe, high-quality participant experiences. A flexible schedule is required due to frequent evening and weekend work.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Leadership, Recreation, Experiential Education, Student Development, Sports Administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution. One or more years of adventure programming experience. Experience in challenge course facilitation, staff training, and programming, including knowledge of outdoor and experiential education principles.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Master’s degree in Leadership, Recreation, Experiential Education, Student Development, Sports Administration, or related field. Graduate Assistant experience in collegiate recreation programming. Two years of outdoor adventure programming experience, including group leadership, supervision, training, and equipment maintenance. Ability to teach leadership, facilitation, environmental ethics, outdoor skills, and at least two outdoor activities, such as surfing, kayaking, SUP, rock climbing, hiking, or backpacking. Documented technical competency in challenge course programming. ACCT Challenge Course Manager Certification. Leave No Trace Level 1 or Level 2 completion. WEA Certificate of Outdoor Leadership or equivalent training or course participation.

Application Info: Applicants must provide an hour or experience portfolio of applicable Challenge Course/Outdoor programming Questions can be directed to Erik Unger ungere@uncw.edu Priority review of applications will begin 10/25/2026 Required Certifications or Licensures

Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification, or the ability to obtain within six months of hire. ACCT Challenge Course Level 2 certification, or equivalent experience to obtain Level 2 certification, which may be obtained after hire. Valid Driver’s License.