College Staff Officer

Job Title
College Staff Officer

Requisition Number
RE53383

Working Title
Executive Assistant to the Dean

Department Name
8F000:College of Business and Economics

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
44

Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting/standing for extended periods of time

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Job Summary

The Gatton College of Business and Economics seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented College Staff Officer to serve as the Executive Assistant to the Dean. This pivotal role acts as the primary point of contact and representative for the Dean’s Office, providing senior-level administrative, operational, and logistical support to the Dean. This position is responsible for ensuring the effective day-to-day operations of the Dean’s Office.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; possess the discretion to handle confidential information; and a commitment to excellent customer service.

The Gatton College of Business & Economics is nearing its 100th anniversary. Over that time, we have been preparing principled leaders for the global economy, producing high quality, influential research, and supporting economic growth in Kentucky and beyond. Accredited by the AACSB, Gatton proudly offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional business and economics degrees and certificates in both a face-to-face and online format. We are housed in a 220,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility where the college accommodates the fastest growing student enrollment on UK’s campus, reaching nearly 6,000 students in Fall 2025. Through teaching, research, and outreach, the Gatton College has a direct, tangible influence on the lives of Kentucky’s citizens and people around the world. We are looking for professionals who embody the College’s tagline of “Blue Means Business”. Located in central Kentucky, Lexington (metro population about 350,000) is widely known as the “horse capital of the world” and is roughly an hour’s drive from Louisville and Cincinnati. Lexington has a number of desirable amenities, vibrant dining and nightlife, and plenty of outdoor activities, and it is regularly cited as one of the top places to live in the US. Please consider joining our team.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; discretion to handle confidential information; excellent customer service.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
03/11/2026

Our University Community

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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.