Student - Summer Conference Coordinator

Job Title
Student - Summer Conference Coordinator

Requisition Number
SE04352

Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location
Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus

Salary Range
$18.00 - $19.00

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

Hours per Week

40

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summer Conference runs from May – August.

This role requires the availability to work nights and weekends.

Preference is given to current University of Kentucky students/employees.

-Assist Summer Conference Housing Director with preparing contracts, room assignments and entering information into database system for Summer Conference Operations

-Provide support and guidance to customers through the contract process, including but not limited to, on-site building tours, email communications and phone conversations

-Communicate to conferences to ensure needs are met, if the Conference Director is not available

-Provide on-call coverage

-Communicate with the Conference Leads to ensure building readiness for each conference and assist Leads with any prep or ending stages for conferences Assist Conference Assistants with Iris Front Desk for conference changes, checkins or outs

-Assist in other projects in the department as needed and other duties as identified for the Summer Conference Housing operations

-Assist with supervision of Conference Assistants and Conference Leads

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Education: In order to be eligible for the position, a candidate must: 1. Be a student at the University of Kentucky, in good academic standing. 2. Be in good disciplinary standing at the University of Kentucky.

Experience: Experience in customer service within a detail-oriented environment.

Physical Requirements: May be required to walk long distances or sit for long periods of time. May be required to walk up and down stairs. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. May be required to perform physical activities in a housing facility environment. Ability to work effectively in stressful and high pressure situations. May be required to stay longer than shift on occasion.

Skills & Knowledge: Candidates share the following qualities: 1. Excellent Customer Service 2. Communication & listening skills 3. Ability to make mature and responsible decisions 4. Appreciation for and ability to work with a diverse population 5. Desire to help others 6. Time management skills 7. Positive attitude 8. Work effectively with the conference team

Deadline to Apply
03/24/2026

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
04/20/2026