STEPS Program Coordinator

Job Title
STEPS Program Coordinator

Requisition Number
TE09517

Department Name
8F040:B&E Undergraduate Center

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$20.00 per hour

Type of Position
Temporary

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

Bachelor’s

Required Related Experience

Two (2) years of related experience in higher education, student affairs, program coordination, event planning, project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Long Periods of Sitting, Ability to communicate effectively across all platforms

Shift

Days, some nights/weekends as needed

Job Summary

The STEPS Program Coordinator provides administrative, operational, and student engagement support for the Lewis Honors College Honors Pathway Programs.

This position is responsible for coordinating student leadership initiatives, co-curricular programming, admissions processes, and program assessment while ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of pathway activities.

The coordinator works closely with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and campus partners to deliver high-quality educational experiences that support leadership development, professional growth, and student success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Higher education, student affairs, program coordination, event planning, project management, coordinating multiple projects and events simultaneously, communication, Microsoft Office Suite and database or student information systems.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Two (2) or more years of related experience in higher education, student affairs, program coordination, event planning, project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience coordinating multiple projects and events simultaneously.
Experience working with students, faculty, staff, or community partners.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and database or student information systems.

Deadline to Apply
10/08/2026

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