Residence Hall Coordinator

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

Additional Schedule Details:

Posted Salary Grade:

Retirement: KTRS

Contact Person: Jasmine Nettles

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.

Full-Time, Live-In

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.

Education:

Experience:

Licensure &

Certifications:

• 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.

• 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, Star Rez, WebTMA, Lenel.

• 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)

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Auxiliary

Yes

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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, 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 any employment policy or practice.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.