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Head Orientation Leader

Northern Kentucky University
20 Campbell Drive (Show on map)
Oct 08, 2025
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Working Title Head Orientation Leader
Department Undergraduate Admissions
Type of Work Study Federal, Institutional
Building/Office Location AC - Kenneth R. Lucas Administrative Center
Work Schedule
Various / Flexible
Job Description
The Head Orientation Leader is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the efforts of a team of student Orientation Leaders to ensure the execution of first-time freshman orientation programs. They will act as the primary liaison between orientation leaders and university staff, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure a welcoming and informative experience for incoming students.
Primary Responsibilities

  • Oversee Orientation Leaders and their interaction with incoming students and assist parents with questions and concerns.


  • Assist in the planning and delivery of training sessions for orientation leaders. Offer continued development opportunities throughout the orientation program.
  • Set the standard for customer service and professionalism for Orientation staff, including outlook, attire, and performance.
  • Provide constructive feedback to orientation leaders throughout the orientation program and assist in the post-program evaluation process.
  • Collaborate with staff to organize and execute orientation events and training, ensuring that all activities run smoothly.
  • Public Relations - OLs function in a public relations role in everything that they do. Remember, you're always wearing your name tag.
  • Address and resolve any issues that arise during orientation sessions, whether logistical, interpersonal, or related to programming.
  • Serve as the main point of contact between orientation leaders and the Admissions office. Relay important information, updates, and changes as needed.
  • Acquaint new students with campus services, their locations as well as building names and locations.
  • Serve as a foundational member of students' networks, connecting them to important information and resources before, during, and after the orientation program.
  • Make announcements to larger groups in a variety of formal and informal settings. Ex. Changes in the schedule; in cases of Severe Weather or other situations where seeking shelter is necessary.
  • Assist with the preparation of Orientation materials and activities.
  • Setting up and tearing down of events during Orientation programs. Ex. Check-In; etc.
Qualifications
For this position you must:

  • Have previous Orientation or Admissions experience
  • Currently be enrolled full-time at NKU
  • Plan to enroll full-time at NKU in Fall 2026


Preferred applications will have:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Enthusiasm for helping others and promoting a positive campus experience
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
  • Previous leadership experiences


Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
Minimum Education Some College
Pay Rate 14
Posting Detail Information




Requisition Number 20241816
Job Open Date 10/08/2025
Job Close Date
Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14394
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