Student: Front Desk, Receptionist

Job Title
Student: Front Desk, Receptionist


Requisition Number
SE04205


Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment


Work Location
Lexington, KY


On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus


Salary Range
$10 - $12


Type of Position
Student


Position Time Status
Part-Time


Preferred Education/Experience

Hours per Week

15-20



Job Summary

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

LexPets is looking for a highly motivated, upbeat person as an office administrator in our dog daycare and boarding facility. The position is part time for 15-20 hours a week, afternoon/evening availability required. Along with a strong work ethic and physical stamina, you must be responsible, honest, patient, prompt and dependable.

· Friendly, outgoing, confident personality – We want to make our customers feel like family, and the receptionist is key to helping out with this.

· Must be able to multitask – at any given time you may be greeting people, answering the phone, holding a dog’s leash, etc.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills – job will including answering the phone, emailing customers, explaining our pricing, policies and most importantly – explaining why we are the premier pet care facility in Lexington

· Some cleaning responsibilities.

· Pet handling required.






Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

REQUIRED Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
· Microsoft Office skills, you will also be using a pet care software to book, check-in and checkout pets

· Strong organizational skills – filing, organizing, scanning, record keeping.

· Nice handwriting – must be legible when sending hand written notes to dog owners and to other staff members.



Deadline to Apply
08/25/2025


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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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
08/25/2025