IS Technical Support Specialist III

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleIS Technical Support Specialist IIIRequisition NumberRE54213Working TitlePublications SpecialistDepartment Name8Z260: University RegistrarWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,805-70,075/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical Requirementslifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, occasional travelShiftMonday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/wk). Observes standard HR defined University holiday schedule.Job SummaryThe Publications Specialist (IS Technical Support Specialist III) serves as a supporting role within the Office of the University Registrar (OUR), providing assistance for all units with regard to publication content. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with University branding and publication standards across all OUR publications. The Publication Specialist is responsible for the accuracy and timely publication of University Catalogs, development of commencement related publications, maintenance of the OUR website, and training end-users on software applications that support curriculum and scheduling. The role fosters staff collaboration, promotes customer service excellence, and contributes to special projects and professional growth initiatives that advance the mission of the Office of the University Registrar.

The successful candidate will have strong analytic skills, strong writing ability, and the ability to learn new skills. Demonstrated technical aptitude, communications, and some customer service experience are strongly preferred.

Internal Employee Being ConsideredSkills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft 365 (Excel, Forms, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint)Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePreferred experience with Adobe InDesign and a content management system (Drupal, WordPress, etc.)Deadline to Apply05/06/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How many years of experience do you have in publication development (i.e., catalogs, websites, advertisements, etc.)?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * Please briefly describe your paid work experience with developing publications.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * How many years of experience do you have in training end-users in software usage?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
4. * Please briefly describe your paid work experience with conducting trainings.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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