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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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Workforce Education Instructor

  • 497839
  • Richmond Campus
  • Academic Support Positions
  • Part-Time Staff

A Workforce Education Instructor is responsible for instruction, monitoring, and/or preparing curriculum for business/industry classes as well as grant programs.

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MSW Intern

  • 497846
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Intern for the Office of the Dean of Students will assist in case management and outreach to students who need additional support in their efforts to earn a college degree.

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Coordinator, Education Clinical Placement

  • 497830
  • Richmond Campus
  • Academic Support Positions
  • College of Education & Applied Human Sciences
  • Fulltime Staff

Serve as the primary liaison between schools/teachers and the Professional Education Services Office in the College of Education and Applied Human Science for students enrolled in education programs. The Placement Coordinator will be responsible for contacting districts to develop MOAs and schools/teachers (in the students’ preferred districts) to identify teachers willing to host EKU teacher candidates. Contact will be made through email, phone, and visits to schools to build and maintain this relationship. Provides administrative work that requires familiarity with local schools and districts, and state and national regulations related to clinical placements. Requires the ability to communicate and work in partnership with faculty, staff, and students, as well as independently. Work progress is monitored by the immediate supervisor. The candidate will be able to prioritize and organize work to support the Director of Professional Education Services.

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Assistant, Library

  • 497752
  • Richmond Campus
  • Academic Support Positions
  • Part-Time Staff

The part time Library Assistant is responsible for providing high level professional customer service at specific points of contact for students, faculty, staff, and community members while they are using EKU Libraries.

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Associate, Parking Maintenance

  • 497825
  • Richmond Campus
  • Maintenance Positions
  • Transportation & Parking Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Parking Maintenance Associate performs a combination of tasks that lead to the upkeep of University's parking lots and assures a safe and professional environment for the campus community.

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Specialist, Proposal Development

  • 497795
  • Richmond Campus
  • Academic Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Proposal Development Specialist is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and sharing funding opportunities; providing proposal development support, training, and technical assistance to University faculty and staff; responding to pre-award administrative requests; reviewing and processing awards; and completing special projects as assigned to meet the needs of the Sponsored Programs office. The position requires excellent customer service and communication skills, a high level of attention to detail, skills in using Microsoft Excel for budget-related tasks, and familiarity with Federal regulations for grant compliance.

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Mechanic, HVAC

  • 497821
  • Richmond Campus
  • Skilled Craft Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

An EKU HVAC Technician, maintains troubleshoots and repairs institutional boilers, chillers and cooling towers in accordance with established procedures.

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Telecommunicator

  • 497800
  • Richmond Campus
  • Protective Services Positions (Police)
  • Fulltime Staff

The telecommunicator will serve as the focal position for all communications within the universities division of police using their in-depth knowledge of all university and division functions, operations and geography to assist in protecting the well-being of all university facilities, faculty, staff, students and visitors.

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Coordinator, Administrative

  • 497828
  • Richmond Campus
  • Academic Support Positions
  • Administrative Support Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Administrative Coordinator for First-Year Courses and Learning Communities (FYC) will provide essential administrative and operational support for the department. This position involves assisting with course scheduling, maintaining records, coordinating communications, supporting instructors and students, and assisting with program events and initiatives. The Administrative Coordinator will work closely with program leadership, faculty, staff, and campus partners to support the success of first-year students at Eastern Kentucky University.

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2027 - 2028 Resident Advisor

  • 497845
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

RAs help maintain safe and respectful communities by upholding university policies, addressing concerns as they arise, and referring residents to appropriate campus resources. RAs utilize programming, initiatives, and intentional conversations to help residents build Growth, Perspective, and Community within the assigned residential community.

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USAC Ambassador Education Abroad Student Worker

  • 497844
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Education Abroad Office is looking for an outgoing student worker with study abroad experience through USAC, who is interested in sharing their experience and supporting the office and other students in their efforts to study abroad.

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Assistant Professor of Biomedical Sciences

  • 497808
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Fulltime Faculty

The Department of Biological Sciences at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for up to two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in the Academic Year 2027-2028. Review of applications begins 4 December 2026. Positions begin 1 August 2027.

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CFOR Tutor

  • 497842
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science is accepting applications for a CFOR Tutor. Appointment is for the Spring 2027 semester, with option to renew as openings are available.

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Community Education Facilitator

  • 497838
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Part-Time Staff

A Community Education Facilitator is responsible for instruction, monitoring, and/or preparing curriculum for community classes.

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Lifeguard

  • 497835
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Seasonal or Temporary
  • Student

Campus Recreation is accepting applications for lifeguards at this time. Lifeguards are responsible for monitoring swimming areas, preventing accidents, enforcing facility rules, and performing water rescues or administering first aid when emergencies occur. Lifeguards are also responsible for daily reports and cleaning of the facility.

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Student Work Study for Food Insecurity

  • 497832
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sciences
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The position is being hired under EKU’s “Research Assistant Award” with Dr. Amanda Green. The study is titled “A Longitudinal Study of Food Insecurity and Its Impacts on College Students: Phase II Follow Up Interviews.”

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Assistant Professor of Finance and Economics

  • 497812
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Business
  • Fulltime Faculty

The College of Business at Eastern Kentucky University, an AACSB International accredited school, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Finance and Economics beginning August 2027. The position begins August 2027.

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Physics Tutor

  • 497831
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Tutor undergraduate students in introductory level physics courses (PHY 101, 131, 132, 201, and 202).

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Part-Time Faculty, Fire and Safety Engineering Technology

  • 497829
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Justice, Safety & Military Science
  • Part-Time Faculty

The Fire and Safety Engineering Technology program is hiring part-time faculty to be the instructor of record for courses. These courses could be in any of the following degrees: Fire Protection Administration, Fire Protection and Safety Engineering Technology, and/or Fire, Arson, and Explosion, Investigation.

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Specialist, Collections

  • 497709
  • Richmond Campus
  • Administrative Support Positions
  • Financial Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Student Accounting Services Collections Specialist is responsible for managing processes related to delinquent student Accounts Receivable (AR) and Perkins Loan accounts. This position oversees collection activities through internal efforts, external collection agencies, the Kentucky Department of Revenue, and the U.S. Department of Education while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations.

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Student IT Associate

  • 497823
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Bring your talent and desire to learn and propel your future career! The Student IT Associates at EKU offers an exciting, challenging, and rewarding job to those who seek opportunities to grow and succeed.

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Assistant Curator Bird Museum

  • 497820
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Student will assist in the curation of the Biology Department's Bird Museum.

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Senior Analyst, Customer Relationship Management

  • 497756
  • Richmond Campus
  • Technology Positions
  • Fulltime Staff

The Senior CRM Analyst provides technical leadership in the analysis, design, development, integration, and testing of complex technical mission-critical systems that utilize system information systems (SIS) data.

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Housing Representative

  • 497777
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The Housing Representative for the Housing Office will play a crucial role in providing front desk customer service and administrative support to the Housing Office. This position involves interacting with students, staff, and visitors, handling inquiries, and performing a variety of tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the office.

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Group Fitness Instructor

  • 497818
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

The fitness team is currently looking for students who are interested in learning how to teach and lead classes in: Pilates, dance fitness, yoga, cycle, or other modalities.

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Wellness Peer Educator

  • 497819
  • Richmond Campus
  • Student Support Positions
  • Student

Campus Recreation is searching for undergraduate students to assist in programming and implementation of the Student Wellness Program.

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