Program Coordinator I

Job Title
Program Coordinator I

Requisition Number
RE53629

Working Title
Teaching Kitchen Outreach Coordinator

Department Name
81500:Dietetics and Human Nutrition

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
42

Salary Range
$17.41-27.87/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None.

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 25 lbs, working in kitchen environment, standing, talking, and walking on a regular basis.

Shift

Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm: and 40/hours per week.

Job Summary

The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment: Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition is currently seeking a Program Coordinator to support a variety of our Teaching Kitchen programs. The Coordinator plays a key role in advancing food insecurity initiatives through community engagement, experiential learning, and program leadership. This position develops and maintains strong partnerships across campus and the broader community to provide high‑impact, hands-on volunteer opportunities. The coordinator trains and supervises volunteers, promotes sustained participation, and manages accurate tracking of program activities and outcomes.

At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, we’re not just an employer; we’re a community of belonging. As a member of our team, you’ll have access to a range of exciting employee enhancement initiatives, including a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. Additionally, please note that this position offers a hybrid work arrangement, providing flexibility for both in-office and remote work to support work-life balance and individual preferences. To find out more about Martin-Gatton CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky click here.IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Experience working in a non-profit setting, and experience working with student volunteers

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience working in a non-profit setting, experience working with student volunteers
skills, and customer service skills.

Deadline to Apply
03/23/2026

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.