FWS Spring 2026, Civil Engineering Administrative Support Student Assistant

Job Title
FWS Spring 2026, Civil Engineering Administrative Support Student Assistant

Requisition Number
DU14382

Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study

Work Location
508 Administration Dr Lexington, KY, 40508

Salary Range
$15.00 - $18.00

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

Pursuing undergraduate degree.

Required Related Experience

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

Occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs.

Shift

Weekdays between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Job Summary

The Civil Engineering (CE) Administrative Office is seeking a self-motivated, dependable, and professional student worker to serve as the front desk point of contact while providing general administrative support. This role is the first impression of the CE office and is responsible for greeting visitors, assisting with questions, and directing individuals to the appropriate faculty, staff, meeting locations, or resources. The student worker will also help maintain a tidy, organized front desk and reception area, answer general inquiries, and route questions or requests to the appropriate person. In addition to front desk responsibilities, this position will support daily administrative needs and special projects by managing routine office tasks such as sorting incoming mail and deliveries, notifying faculty and staff when mail or packages arrive, and organizing and tracking packing slips and related documentation. The student worker will assist with organizing office supplies and restocking as needed, and will be expected to take initiative by proactively identifying tasks or issues that need attention and completing them independently. The role also includes helping with department events through preparation, check-in support, and light event logistics, as well as assisting with meeting setup by preparing rooms and coordinating catering as directed.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Proficient communication skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Administrative work and working in an office setting. Civil Engineering or any other engineering major preferred.

Deadline to Apply
02/27/2026

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