STEPS Smart Campus Community Coordinator

Job Title
STEPS Smart Campus Community Coordinator

Requisition Number
TE09325

Department Name
3DH00:Auxiliary Services Administration

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$19.00/hr

Type of Position
Temporary

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, push, or pull 25 pounds, stand for long periods of time, walk to various locations across campus in a timely manner in occasional extreme temperatures, and ascend and descend staircases.

Shift

7:30AM – 12AM, Sunday through Saturday to meet department needs. May have occasional overtime requirements.

Job Summary

The STEPS Smart Campus Community Coordinator is the connection to the many external partners and sponsors in the commonwealth that have and provide stake in the University of Kentucky’s Smart Campus initiatives.

This role blends creativity, coordination, and community insight to support and expand initiatives like the Student iPad Kit, Digital Signage, and UK Esports through external partners and the community. This Coordinator leads the planning and promotion of off-campus activations, K–12 summer camps, and collaborative events with external partners, while managing the development of digital content, social media campaigns, and Smart Campus website updates to amplify community engagement.

Working closely with external partners, the Community Coordinator also supports iPad integration efforts, hires and trains student workers, and organizes off-campus tabling and promotional activities to increase visibility and participation. Ideal candidates will bring a mix of organizational skill, communications savvy, and a passion for creating meaningful educational and social experiences that connect technology, creativity, and community.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The individual should have excellent communication, organization, and time management skills with the ability to follow department procedures/policies and to work independently. It is expected that the Community Coordinator will maintain a regular work schedule.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

Deadline to Apply
06/12/2026

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.