Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleSTEPS Administrative AssistantRequisition NumberTE09140Department Name8G000:College of EducationWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$23.00/hourType of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationRequired Related ExperienceRequired License/Registration/CertificationPhysical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time, computer work, some walking, and lighting objects up to 30lbs.ShiftWork Shift
Must provide lunch coverage

Expected # of Hours Per Week
20Job SummarySTEPS Administrative Assistant Dean's Office

The STEPS Administrative Assistant is essential to the smooth operation of the Dean's Office. This role serves as the first point of contact for visitors and inquiries, creating a professional, welcoming, and efficient environment. The position supports daily office functions, provides exceptional customer service, and ensures key administrative processes run seamlessly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Dean's Office, demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and strong communication skills.
• Coordinate daily office operations, including managing inquiries and directing them appropriately.
• Greet, assist, and guide students, visitors, and members of the public.
• Oversee mail and package processes: receive deliveries, sort mail, and notify recipients promptly.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesAttention to detail, interpersonal, organizational & computer skills, problem-solving, flexibility, Microsoft WordDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply12/16/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Describe how you handle highly sensitive and confidential information in your daily work processes.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Please describe your experience providing administrative support to company executives or upper-level management.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint).
   • None
   • Basic
   • Average
   • Proficient
   • Expert

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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