Administrative Support Associate I

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAdministrative Support Associate IRequisition NumberRE53919Working TitleDepartment Name14000:Office Of PhilanthropyWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level41Salary Range$15.83-25.30/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

AA

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

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting and/or standing for long periods of time; Light lifting, pushing and pulling of objects less than 50 lbs.; Performing repetitive motion tasks.ShiftMonday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00am – 5:00pmJob SummaryThe University of Kentucky’s Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is seeking a highly organized and serviceoriented Administrative Professional to provide comprehensive support to the Cancer Programs Team. This role critical for coordination, communication, and operational support ensuring that programs, meetings, events, and day to day administrative functions run smoothly and efficiently. The position plays a key role in supporting cancerrelated initiatives by managing calendars and meetings, preparing and distributing correspondence, coordinating research and proposal activities, and maintaining accurate financial and administrative records. As the frontline liaison for the team, the role requires professionalism, discretion, and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with internal partners, external organizations, donors, and the public. Additionally, the position provides support for programs and events, assisting with scheduling, logistics, communications, and on site coordination. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fastpaced, missiondriven environment, enjoys supporting others, and takes pride in bringing structure, organization, and responsiveness to complex work that advances cancer research, care, and philanthropy.

The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is built on our shared core values CoMMIT– Collaboration, Communication, Mission Driven, Mutual Respect, Innovation and Transparency.

By applying for a position within UK PAE, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our six values. It is important you share these values in order to be part of our committed team!

Internal Employee Being ConsideredSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s degree plus two or more years related experience preferred.Deadline to Apply04/13/2026Our 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. * The Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. These values are collaboration, communication, mission driven, mutual respect, innovation and transparency. Please choose one of the PAE values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

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