Residence Hall Coordinator

Job Details

Residence Hall Coordinator
Eastern Kentucky University

Title: Residence Hall Coordinator

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 77R000 - University Housing

Division: 5R1000 - Student Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Retirement: KTRS

Contact Person: Jasmine Nettles

Job Summary/Basic Functions

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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree Preferred
• 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.

Job Duties:

• 25% - Serve as the primary point of contact for departmental processes, occupancy management, and high-level facility and maintenance concerns within the assigned residential community. - (Essential)
• 20% - Maintain a consistent presence in the assigned residence hall and foster an inclusive, engaged residential community in alignment with the department's residential curriculum. - (Essential)
• 15% - Provide on-site response to student and facility-related incidents, emergencies, and other campus situations in accordance with departmental protocols and procedures. - (Essential)
• 10% - Manage the student conduct process within the residence hall, including addressing behavioral concerns and upholding university policies. - (Essential)
• 25% - Supervise student staff through regular one-on-one meetings, weekly team meetings, performance evaluations, and ongoing coaching. - (Essential)
• 5% - Participate in departmental committees and contribute to broader University and Housing and Residence Life initiatives. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Auxiliary

Open Until Filled: Yes