STEPS Program Coordinator Assistant

Job Title
STEPS Program Coordinator Assistant

Requisition Number
TE09169

Department Name
81024: UK Equine Programs

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$20/hour

Type of Position
Temporary

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Shift

Full time 40 hours per week (day shift)

Job Summary

We’re looking for an organized, people-friendly team player to support the Equine Science and Management undergraduate program and the broader UK Ag Equine Programs!

This role is all about helping students succeed while keeping programs, events, and daily operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities can include:

• Coordinating logistics for academic and internship activities
• Maintaining and retrieving information from databases
• Supporting instructional experiential learning courses
• Assisting with the planning and execution of student-focused events
• Resource organization
• Office and reception support

If you love working in a collaborative environment, enjoy juggling a variety of tasks, and want to make a meaningful impact on student experiences, this role could be a great fit!

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Good communication skills for this role are imperative. Ability to work well with others and provide a positive work environment, as well as a friendly face for those entering the office. Desire to work as a team when needed but also can work independently with little oversight to complete a task. Good computer skills-proficient in basic software.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
04/29/2026

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.