Administrative Staff Officer II

Job Title
Administrative Staff Officer II

Requisition Number
RE54141

Working Title
Business Officer

Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES

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

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at a desk for long periods of time

Shift

Monday – Friday, 8:00-5:00

Job Summary

The Department of Plant & Soil Sciences in Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment is seeking an integral position of Business Officer to oversee the daily financial operations of our large unit. The department’s programs include all mission areas – teaching, research and extension – and in our broad areas of interest – crop science, environmental science, plant molecular biology and soil science. The department has over 40 faculty members and 60+ staff members, as well as post-doctoral scholars, graduate research assistants and visiting scholars.

The Business Officer role is key for ensuring accuracy of expenses, including payroll, state, federal, income, gift, endowment, and service center accounts. The position collaborates in the budget management and annual projection of the department in partnership with the Chair.

About the Role
The Business Officer ensures the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of all departmental financial activities, including payroll, state and federal funds, income, gift, endowment, and service center accounts. This role provides oversight of administrative operations and mentors staff responsible for grant management, travel, Procard, and human resource functions, ensuring efficient processes and adherence to institutional policies.

Why Join Us
At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:

• Exceptional benefits package.
• A formal mentoring program to support your professional development
• Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building
• Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
• A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky
  
  
  

Join us in shaping the future of teaching and learning—where innovation meets impact.

For additional information about the Plant & Soil Science please click here. To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Window, Excel, UK Portal, SAP, Tableau, etc. and university policies.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree + experience in accounting at UK is preferred.

Deadline to Apply
05/13/2026

Our University Community

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