University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
(on-site)
Posted
8 days ago
Job Function
Other
Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Student Program Specialist Senior |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE54112 |
| Working Title | Senior Specialist for Student Governance |
| Department Name | 1B430:Student Organizations and Activities |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 45 |
| Salary Range | $47,278-78,000/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | MA |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 4 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
| Physical Requirements | Primarily office setting with frequent movement relative to student life and related meetings i.e. walking frequently on and off campus. Working in venues for special events. Occasional lifting and moving related to special event production. |
| Shift | 8:00 am-5:00 pm; 40 hours and Evening and Weekend commitments are typical. |
| Job Summary | The Office of Student Organizations and Activities (SOA) is committed to a mission of inspiring students to explore the opportunities at UK through the building of skills, relationships, experiences, and interests to make a real-world impact. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Student Program Specialist to join our team and work with student leaders facilitating innovative programs and resources. This role works closely with students on a day-to-day basis supporting their leadership development and growth in their role, helping them navigate processes and procedures, and providing opportunities for them to support the broader University of Kentucky community. The Senior Specialist for Student Governance position portfolio currently includes but is not limited to:
Due to the nature of the work associated with this role, occasional night and weekend coverage may be necessary. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision-making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Advising, leadership development, program/event experience, governance, strategic leadership. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Masters in Higher Education Administration/College Student Personnel or related field with 1-3 years related experience in student personnel/student affairs working with student governance, leadership development, and student programming. Driver's license preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 05/12/2026 |
| Our University Community | We 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. |
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Job ID: 83397591