REGULATION TITLE:Employment of Minors

APPLIES TO:FacultyStaff

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY:Office of Human Resources

APPROVED BY:Kentucky State University Board of Regents

EFFECTIVE DATE:August 8, 2025

NEXT REVIEW DATE:August 8, 2028

REGULATION STATEMENT:

Kentucky State University (KSU) is committed to providing safe and lawful employment opportunities. While KSU generally fills regular positions with individuals who are 18 years of age or older, minors may be hired as (1) student employees enrolled at KSU or (2) temporary or seasonal workers when such employment complies with all applicable child labor laws and related regulations. No employment action shall compromise the health, safety, welfare, or educational interests of a minor.

DEFINITIONS:

Minor

Any person under eighteen (18) years of age.

Student Employee

For the purposes of this regulation, a minor who is currently enrolled at KSU and whose primary relationship to