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Welcome to Eastern Kentucky University's Careers!

At EKU, we are a school of opportunity. We create and sustain a workplace culture of excellence and high engagement, foster innovation, and growth, promote respect, and support the integration of the demands of work and life. Come join us in our mission!

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Tennis Assistant

  • 497710
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Candidate will assist with clinics, maintain the daily schedule of the tennis center, which included seasonal rented courts, as well as EKU practice times for the tennis teams.

Colonels Cupboard Student Worker

  • 497713
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Colonels Cupboard & Closet Student Worker supports the university's efforts to address food insecurity and promote professional readiness among EKU students.

Assistant Director, Sports Medicine Men's Basketball

  • 497683
  • Richmond Campus
  • Athletics Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Sports Medicine Trainer for Men's Basketball is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student-athletes in the men's basketball program. This position works closely with team physicians, coaching staff, strength and conditioning coaches, and other sports medicine personnel to ensure the health, safety, and optimal performance of all team members throughout the year-round training and competition calendar.

Graduate Residence Hall Coordinator

  • 497711
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Graduate Assistant

The Graduate Residence Hall Coordinator (GRHC) is a live-in position responsible for supporting the development of a vibrant residential community through student engagement, supervision, and daily operations.

Undergraduate Research Assistant

  • 497707
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The undergraduate student will assist the Department Chair, Faculty Member with literature searches, data collection and coding, report and article writing, and presentations for professional audiences around topics related to policing, victimization, and violence prevention.

Equipment Checkout Lab Worker

  • 497708
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Staff the School of Communication video production checkout lab. Check out equipment to authorized students, maintain and clean equipment, labs and computers.

Student Lab Assistant - Engineering & Technology

  • 497698
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student

The EKU Department of Engineering and Technology seeks an Institutional Work Study Student Lab Assistant supporting the department's laboratories, equipment and working spaces. Position begins Fall 2026, with options to renew as needed. Engineering and Technology majors are encouraged to apply.

Chemical Storage Student Laboratory Assistant

  • 497699
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student

The EKU College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics is accepting applications for a Student Laboratory Assistant in the Chemical Storage Facility for the 2026-2027 Academic Year, with option to renew, depending on shift availability and funding. Position pays $12/hour. Must be be enrolled at EKU and eligible for EKU student employment.

Director of Player Development Baseball

  • 497706
  • Richmond Campus
  • Athletics Positions
  • Part-Time Staff

Responsible for the coordination of day-to-day individual player development plans. Assist Head Coach in planning weekly schedules for training. Manage and log Countable Athletics Related Activities in ARMS for NCAA compliance. Coordinate collection of data for analytical applications

Undergraduate Research Assistant - Biological Sciences

  • 497702
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Health Sciences
  • Student

The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking a motivated and reliable undergraduate student researcher, starting Fall 2026, to work with a departmental faculty member involving hands-on laboratory tasks. This position is 10 to 20 hours per week for the 2026-2027 academic year, renewable as needed. Flexible hours available during the academic year.

Interpreter III

  • 497680
  • Richmond Campus
  • Academic Support Positions
  • Student Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

A Staff Interpreter facilitates communication between persons who are deaf/hard of hearing and all aspects of the public and private sector, which may include, but are not limited to, academic, business, and other entities as needed and appropriate.

Student Worker

  • 497701
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

This position operates within The Office of the Registrar and is an integral part of assisting with office duties. The student worker will help maintain accurate records, process various forms, and engage in projects that revolve around helping students. The start date will be at the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester. Applicants must be available to work during office hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Friday.

Cook, University Club

  • 497662
  • Richmond Campus
  • Hospitality Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

Being a country club cook involves working in the kitchen of a private country club, where members gather for leisure activities, social events, and sports. As a country club cook, your primary responsibility is to prepare and cook meals for club members, catering to their preferences and dietary requirements.

Supervisor, Grounds Zone

  • 497616
  • Richmond Campus
  • Skilled Craft Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Supervisor of Ground Zone is a working foreperson responsible for the completion of assigned grounds maintenance and operational tasks both individually and through direct reports and includes the performance of various tasks as required to maintain a high level of care inside the assigned zone.

Assistant, Electrician

  • 497629
  • Richmond Campus
  • Skilled Craft Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Electrician Assistant works directly with the electric shop supervisor on a daily basis and with the assistant director as need arises to assure that all university electrical systems operate at the highest efficiency.

Specialist, Grounds Zone

  • 497617
  • Richmond Campus
  • Skilled Craft Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

A Grounds Zone Specialist assists the Grounds Zone Foreperson in overseeing and ensuring completion of assigned grounds maintenance and operational tasks and includes performance of various tasks as required to maintain a high level of care inside assigned zone.

Interior Finisher II

  • 497602
  • Richmond Campus
  • Skilled Craft Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

An EKU Interior Finisher Tech II completes the initial construction and repairs of university floors, walls, and ceilings. An Interior Finisher Tech II will have knowledge and abilities to work with various finish materials such as ceramic, plaster, drywall, paint, caulk, VCT, LVT, carpet, etc. This position will work closely with the Craft Foreman and Structural Supervisor to complete work orders assigned in a quality, timely, and safe manner.

Student Worker Communications / Creative Content

  • 497700
  • Richmond Campus
  • Athletics Positions
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Eastern Kentucky University Athletics is seeking a part-time Creative Assistant/Sports Information Director to support the athletic communications and creative content operations for EKU's intercollegiate athletics programs.

Art Studio Technician

  • 497697
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sciences
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

This position may assist with multiple studio's. Responsibilities include general studio maintenance and organization under the supervision of Studio Professors.

Art Studio Assistant

  • 497696
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sciences
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Ceramics, Jewelry and Metals area of the School of Art and Design is looking for a studio assistant.

Analyst, Compliance Reporting

  • 497578
  • Richmond Campus
  • Administrative Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Systems Analyst, Compliance Reporting provides technical and analytical support to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of student enrollment and graduation data reported by the Office of the Registrar. The incumbent serves as the primary administrator for National Student Clearinghouse (NSCH) enrollment and degree reporting, ensuring timely and accurate submissions in accordance with federal, state, and institutional reporting requirements. This position serves as a liaison between the Registrar's Office and IT on matters related to compliance reporting, Banner Student System functionality, and reporting enhancements. The Systems Analyst examines student data, investigates reporting discrepancies, coordinates system testing, and develops processes to enhance data quality, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency. The position also provides secondary functional support for Degree Works and the Degrees Team by assisting with degree audit reviews, approved academic exceptions, audit-related inquiries, and the resolution of student record and degree audit issues.

Coordinator, Housing Assignments & Operations

  • 497695
  • Richmond Campus
  • Administrative Support Positions
  • Student Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Coordinator, Housing Assignments & Operations is responsible for coordinating the University's housing assignment processes and supporting the effective management of residential occupancy. This position oversees critical administrative functions including room assignments, billing, room changes, contract exemptions, accommodations, and re-contracting. Serves as the operational bridge between administrative systems, and front-facing student communications.

Admissions Counselor

  • 497669
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

This Admissions Counselor position is responsible for recruiting qualified undergraduate in-of-state and out-state students to the University by developing and implementing data-driven strategies, conducting market analysis, and using predictive modeling to guide outreach. This role serves as a primary liaison to school counselors and community organizations while building strong relationships with prospective students and their families throughout the college search process. The counselor manages an assigned territory through a Client Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring consistent follow-up with inquiries, applicants, and admitted students. Communication takes place across multiple platforms, including phone, email, written correspondence, social media, and presentations. The position also involves traveling to college fairs at the state, regional, and national levels, visiting high schools in designated markets, and participating in University-hosted recruitment events.

Card Services Associate

  • 497694
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Colonel Card Services is the first face-to-face interaction many patrons have with the university. A Card Services Associate will deliver exceptional front-line customer service to a diverse client base, including students, faculty, administrators, and university contractors.

Game Operations Staff (PL)-Broadcasting Only

  • 497693
  • Richmond Campus
  • Athletics Positions
  • Part-Time Staff

Game operations staff broadcasting will assist in setting up and breaking down all cameras before and after home events. The crew will assist the director and assistant director in streaming games/matches online through ESPNPlus. The staff will also be responsible for operating a camera during streams.

FSE Student Ashland Fire Lab Technician

  • 497691
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Fire and Safety Engineering Technology program is now hiring student workers for the Fire Protection Labs at the Ashland Building to aid the faculty and Lab Coordinator in the development, construction, execution and recycling of various fire-based lab activities. Active mentorship will teach you many valuable hands-on skills. This job features indoor and outdoor work, some moderate lifting, and the use of various hand and power tools. This position is for Fall 2026 and Spring/Summer 2027 semesters.

Special Collections and Archives Library Student Assistant

  • 497689
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Students in this position are expected to be able to work independently with little supervision. They must be detail oriented, able to follow instructions, and maintain confidentiality. A work schedule is typically ten hours a week between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Registered Nurse PRN

  • 497686
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Part-Time Staff

Registered nurse who performs competent and compassionate care to patients using nursing skills, assessment and education based on knowledge of the nursing process