Graduate Assistant – Student-Athlete Development

Job Title
Graduate Assistant – Student-Athlete Development

Requisition Number
DU14496

Department Name
12F00:UKAA - Support Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$15.00 during summer only. During school covers tuition, books, and provides a monthly stipend

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

Undergraduate Degree

Required Related Experience

None

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

To be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift

Days, Evenings and Weekends

Job Summary

Oversee My New Kentucky Home Ambassador Program and PRO Career Institute professional development workshops, including developing and executing curriculum to prepare student-athlete leaders for leadership and workplace success. Serve as primary contact for all community engagement requests and facilitate opportunities to student-athletes. Serve as UK Athletics liaison to God’s Pantry Food Bank for annual Backpack Program. Assist with Student-Athlete Development programming including but not limited to My New Kentucky Home, Student-Athlete Orientation, MedCats, Civic Engagement Day, National Student-Athlete Day, Financial Education, etc.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Enthusiastic and flexible, willing to adapt to fast-paced environment. Can take initiative, work independently, and in collaboration with SADV team. Organized and high level of attention to detail. Curious and solution oriented. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Undergraduate Degree/1-2 years

Deadline to Apply
04/15/2026

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