Student: Experiential Learning Associate I – Part-Time (Eastside Branch)

Job Title
Student: Experiential Learning Associate I – Part-Time (Eastside Branch)

Requisition Number
SE04311

Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location
Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus

Salary Range
$17.97

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

Required Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or GED.
- At least one year related experience required.

Preferred Education/Experience:
- Associate’s degree preferred.

Hours per Week

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 12:30pm-6:30pm. Friday, 12:30pm-5:30pm. First and third Saturday and Sunday, 1:00pm-5:00pm.
Position may require occasional changes in schedule.

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

- Assists in the day-to-day responsibilities of the experiential learning spaces.

- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain equipment in our experiential learning spaces.

- Provide exceptional customer service by instructing and assisting customers with software and equipment.

- Organize and oversee the use of supplies, tools and materials used in experiential learning spaces.

- Implement and facilitate hands-on programming for makers of all ages.

- Collaborate with supervisor to enhance programs.

- Maintain interdepartmental relationships and seek new ways for these spaces to serve as a resource to other library departments.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

- Excellent digital literacy skills.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel, Outlook and Word.

- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

- Ability to function in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Experience working effectively with a culturally diverse workforce and community.

- Must successfully pass a background investigation.

- Must have a valid driver’s license, with a safe driving record and the ability to have/arrange own transportation
- Ability to sit and operate a computer for extended periods.

- Sufficient mobility and dexterity to lift and carry books and other library materials.

- Ability to perform essential functions which require bending, standing, stooping, and lifting moderately heavy equipment, and standing for long periods.

- Work is often performed in and around equipment requiring adherence to industry safety procedures and guidelines.

Deadline to Apply
01/02/2026

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.

Anticipated Start Date
01/02/2026