Greetings and Salutations from Eastern Kentucky University! 

EKU Housing and Residence Life is currently searching for enthusiastic and student-centered professionals to join our Residence Hall Coordinator team! We are committed to finding professionals who want to help students be successful both academically and personally. Our RHC position is a 12-month, live-in position in which you are able to utilize our residential curriculum to assist students in working towards their personal and professional goals all while developing your skills in supervision, administration, crisis management and conduct. Click here to view the full job details on the EKU HR job site as well as the official position application.

Now is the time to become a Colonel and join our team at Eastern Kentucky University! From our residential curriculum, to our unique opportunities for professional development, we are committed to student success! We appreciate your time and consideration during the job search process, and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Hiring Timeline: Interviews for this position with Housing & Residence Life will take place virtually during the week of February 23-27, 2026. All eligible candidates will be contacted via email.

Position Type: Full-Time, Live-In

Position Summary: The Residence Hall Coordinator (RHC) plays a critical role in the administration and management of a comprehensive housing program. The RHC is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a residence hall or group of residence halls, which house 250 to 700 residents. This position involves staff supervision, building management, process administration, and general departmental responsibilities while implementing a residential curriculum that fosters student growth, community building, and engagement.The RHC reports directly to an Associate Director of Residence Life. Responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

Hall Management Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the assigned residence hall(s), including facility management, service desk operations, and occupancy processes.
• Serve as the point of contact within the residential community for departmental processes, facility issues, and high-level maintenance concerns.
• Create a welcoming and engaged residential community in line with the departmental residential curriculum, focusing on student growth and engagement.
• Lead Living Learning Community Initiatives based on building assignment.
• Maintain a visible presence in the residence hall to support student interactions and foster a sense of community.
• Develop positive relationships with several campus partners such as the EKU Police Department, Aramark, Center for Student Accessibility, Student Life, etc.
• Primarily responsible for managing all hall budgets and adhering to purchasing guidelines.

Student Staff Supervision:

• Select, train, and supervise student staff members, ensuring their effectiveness in carrying out their roles.
• Co-supervise 20-30 student staff including Graduate Residence Hall Coordinators, Resident Advisors, Community Desk Managers, and Community Receptionists.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection process for student staff.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings, one-on-one check-ins, and regular evaluations to support student staff development.
• Manage performance and conduct evaluations through the departmental performance management process.
  

Conduct and Crisis Management:

• Serve in a weekly on-call rotation for a campus population of approximately 4,600 students, responding to crises and policy violations.
• Manage student conduct issues and the disciplinary process within the residence hall in accordance with university policies.
• Respond to campus situations and emergencies in accordance with departmental protocols and procedures.
  

Departmental Involvement:

• Participate in at least 2 departmental committees and contribute to other responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Director for Residence Life.
• Support departmental initiatives and work closely with other staff to ensure alignment with Housing and Residence Life goals
• Assist with large-scale HRL events, move-in/move-out processes, and student engagement initiatives.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience in student affairs or residence life programming.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage crisis situations effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
• Must reside in the assigned residence hall.
• Be available for on-call responsibilities during weeknights, weekends, and holidays.
  

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree
• Experience in a live-in professional role within a university housing program.
• Familiarity with student conduct policies and residence life best practices.
• Previous experience in staff supervision or leadership roles.
• Proficiency with eRezLife, StarRez, WebTMA, Lenel.
  

Sponsorship: This position is not budgeted for Visa sponsorship.

Salary & Benefits:

• $43,866, Semi-monthly
• Housing is provided in the assigned residence hall.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement options, and professional development opportunities.

EEO Statement:
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, and/or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts, or in any employment policy or practice. Any complaint arising by reason of alleged discrimination should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX, Eastern Kentucky University, Jones Bldg. Room 416, Richmond, Kentucky 40475 (859) 622-8020, or the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC. 20202 1-800-421-3481(V), 1-800-877-8339 (TTY).

Background Check Statement:
Employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.