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Orientation Leader

Northern Kentucky University

20 Campbell Drive (Show on map)

Dec 05, 2025

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Position Information

Working Title	Orientation Leader
Department	Undergraduate Admissions
Type of Work Study	Institutional, Federal
Building/Office Location	AC - Kenneth R. Lucas Administrative Center
Work Schedule	Spring 2025 - Orientation Leaders may be asked to attend an optional weekly meeting. *OLs are required to participate in all training days and all program dates.*
Job Description	The Office of Admissions is looking for outstanding undergraduate students to fill the role of Orientation Leader (OL) for the summer of 2026. As an OL, you will have the opportunity to welcome new students and their guests/parents to the NKU community. You will assist the orientation staff with programs, participate in information sessions, facilitate small group discussions, and always convey the spirit and sense of community that is a part of the NKU campus. Remember, the first impression is a lasting one! In addition, this is also a great leadership experience to put on a resume; employers take note of these types of positions.
Primary Responsibilities	Facilitate small group interaction with incoming students and assist parents with questions and concerns. Serve as a positive representative of NKU while fostering a welcoming environment among its newest community members. Public Relations - OLs function in a public relations role in everything that they do. Remember, you're always wearing your name tag. Community Development - OLs foster an environment that helps incoming students develop an identity as a member of the NKU community. A student's sense of belonging contributes to their institutional commitment which positively impacts retention. Logistics - OLs will escort students and family members to different events/activities on campus, assist in the delivery of orientation materials, and direct parking. Explain academic and co-curricular (involvement) opportunities and how to take advantage of those opportunities. Acquaint new students with campus services, their locations as well as building names and locations. OLs may also help new students figure out where their classes will be held based on their schedule of classes. 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 your small group or the larger group 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. Packet stuffing and OL training are an essential part of preparing to be an orientation leader. Materials assembly (aka packet stuffing). Setting up and tearing down of events during Orientation programs. Ex. Check-In; Resource Fair, etc. Assisting with any other tasks as needed.
Qualifications	Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA. Currently enrolled full-time at NKU Plans to enroll full-time at NKU in Fall 2026 Ability to work all dates, in their entirety
Minimum Education	High School Diploma
Pay Rate	12

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	20251918
Job Open Date	12/05/2025
Job Close Date	03/06/2026
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15343