• Applicants must be at sophomore status or above, enrolled in full-time classes at NKU by the start of the appointment period (July 2024)
• Must have a cumulative and semesterly GPA of 2.5 minimally (if your GPA is below, you will not even be considered)
• Must be enrolled full-time as an undergrad (12 hours) or graduate student (9 hours)
  • Contract position starts July 2024 until May 2025
    • Including some weekdays, weekends, break periods, and University approved holidays or closures
• Applicants must be in good standing with University Housing and Student Conduct, Rights & Advocacy (SCRA)
• Demonstrated leadership skills and previous extracurricular involvement either in high school or with other organizations on campus.
• A minimum of 20 hours of free time dedicated to this position per week.

1. Attend an Information Session, if you cannot attend information please reach out to your RA and ask them about the position.
2. Apply on the NKU HR website beginning November 1, 2023. The initial application deadline will be on December 1st for preferential consideration.
3. Participate in the interview process in January for candidates who qualify. Offers will be made in February.

• Housing and Dining Scholarship covering housing costs and meal plan*
• $1000 stipend paid over the academic year

Note: Potential applicants will want to visit the Office of Student Financial Assistance since the Housing and Dining Scholarship will impact each student financial situation.  

Will I get to select where I live next year?

• You will be able to select a preference, but it is not always guaranteed. Placement will be determined by a variety of factors including availability, staff seniority, overall fit

What does the housing/dining compensation look like?

• Your compensation will include a housing and dining scholarship along with a stipend each month

What are the weekly hourly requirements for the job?

• The RA position is posted for 20 hrs. per week.The position is not tracked by clocking in/out and is based on the average of the semester (Move-in, Move-out, and Training will have higher hourly commitments)
• This is considered the highest non-academic priority.For some students this will cap the number of hours you are allowed to work on campus.

What is the effective timeline for the process?

• 1st priority deadline for RA applications will be December 7th.Interviews will take place in January, with selection and placement in February.Check your emails for updates!

How do I apply?  

• Applicants can begin applying on October 30, 2023.  Information will be sent about application instructions.