Sitting for extended periods of time/ perform work in a sedentary or standing position for long periods of time.

Monday – Friday, either 7:30am – 4:30pm or 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/week)

The STEPS Administrative Support Associate in Human Resources Employment will be part of a collaborative team working in a fast-paced environment and will provide exceptional customer service to job applicants and university hiring officials. This position will be responsible for providing technical and administrative support to the Career Employment team. Technical support will encompass several systems including UK’s employment system, the Integrated Employment System (IES).  This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience for long-term university employment! 

Administrative support will include, but is not limited to: conducting research, coordinating materials for interviews or training sessions, managing department purchases and processing payments, communication with applicants and hiring officials, and other requests needed by the Career Employment team and HR Employment leadership.  This individual will also nsupport the HR Customer Service team answering phone calls and providing front line customer service to walk-in traffic as needed.

You may be eligible for health benefits with this position (if working over 30 hours per week, on average)

We are seeking an individual with initiative, superior customer service focus, team orientation, excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships. A successful candidate will also have technical knowledge, the ability to multi-task with a strong emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail. Solid time management, problem solving, critical thinking, follow-through, stress tolerance, planning, and organizational skills are all critical to success in this position. A high level of respect for confidentiality and diversity are a must.

Bachelors degree and working in an environment with high volumes and attention to detail, preferred.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.



As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.



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.