Administrative Support Associate I

Job Title
Administrative Support Associate I

Requisition Number
RE55819

Working Title
Purchasing Coordinator

Department Name
81060:PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCES

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
41

Salary Range
$16.15-25.81/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

AA

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Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time. Performing repetitive motion tasks.

Shift

Typically Days: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours/week)

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, is seeking an Purchasing Coordinator to join our team.

This position provides essential administrative and financial support and plays an important role in helping ensure the department’s day-to-day business operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Key responsibilities include

• Support purchasing and procurement activities by preparing SRM e-catalog orders for office and laboratory supplies, computers, and technical equipment, as well as preparing and tracking departmental purchase orders and PRD payments.
• Process and maintain purchasing documentation, including goods confirmations and supporting documentation, ensuring transactions comply with University requirements and standards.
• Manage departmental deposits by processing cash and check deposits and transmittals in accordance with University policies and procedures, maintaining accurate records, and communicating deposit information with faculty and staff.
• Provide general administrative and financial support to the department, maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating accuracy, professionalism, and excellent customer service in all activities. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
  
  

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to providing excellent customer service. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the successful operation of a dynamic academic department while supporting faculty, staff, and the broader mission of Martin-Gatton CAFE.

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.

To learn more about the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, please visit pss.ca.uky.edu.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Attention to Detail. Experience managing procards or company credit cards. Knowledge of University policies and procedures. Ability to multi-task.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

BS/BA 4 years

Deadline to Apply
10/12/2026

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.