Student Organization Advisor I

Job Title
Student Organization Advisor I

Requisition Number
RE54249

Working Title
Assistant Director for WRFL

Department Name
1B430:Student Organizations and Activities

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
44

Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; may require lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; walking to/from meetings/events.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; some evenings and weekends, as needed.

Job Summary

The Office of Student Organizations and Activities (SOA) is committed to a mission of inspiring students to explore the opportunities at UK through the building of skills, relationships, experiences, and interests to make a real-world impact.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Student Organization Advisor to join our team and work with student leaders facilitating innovative programs and resources for our on-campus broadcast radio station, WRFL 88.1 FM, and other organizations as applicable. The person in this role works closely with SOA staff to support students on a day-to-day basis, advancing their leadership development and growth in their role, helping them navigate processes and procedures, and providing opportunities for them to support the broader University of Kentucky community. In addition to their broadcast, the person in this role will also support the student leaders in creating and executing various events, contracting talent locally and nationally, etc. The Assistant Director for WRFL is in charge of overseeing all station operations and FCC compliance as they are the Designated Chief Operator of the station.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Student advising, leadership development, time management, project management, radio broadcasting, production, etc.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Masters, preferred withing Higher Education, Communication

Deadline to Apply
05/22/2026

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.