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Student Center Operations Specialist

University of Kentucky
locationFayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
PublishedPublished: 8/28/2025
Procurement / Operations
Full Time
$17 - $27

Job Title
Student Center Operations Specialist


Requisition Number
RE51451


Working Title

Department Name
3DH40:Aux Services - Student Center


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


BA




Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


2 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 25 lbs. Standing or walking carrying objects up to 25 lbs; Repetitive motion. Work is performed in assigned areas and may occasionally include exposure to weather and elements. Would require standing for long periods of time.



Shift

2 Shifts Available
  • Sunday-Wednesday 2:00 PM to 1:00 AM
  • Wednesday-Saturday 2:00 PM-1:00 AM



Job Summary

The Student Center Operations Specialist supports evening and weekend operations of the Gatton Student Center and The 90 by maintaining a visible presence, assisting with building closures, and supervising special events. It involves monitoring facility maintenance, managing access control systems, and reporting security issues. The position also includes guest service desk coverage when needed, assisting with student staff scheduling, and managing lost and found process. Additional responsibilities include resolving onsite issues, documenting daily activities and incidents, submitting accurate reports, and completing administrative tasks as assigned.

IMPORTANT: Resumes cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume.

Multiple positions available.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Driver’s license preferred.



Deadline to Apply
09/09/2025


Our University Community

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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.

Salary range

  • $17 - $27