Job Title | Department Academic Administration Assoc
Requisition Number | RE51468
Working Title |
Department Name | 8E660:Modern & Classical Lang, Lit & Cultures
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 42
Salary Range | $17.41-27.87/hour
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | AA
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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience | 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | Sitting at a workstation for extended periods of time; lifting/carrying light-weight objects; and walking across campus.
Shift | Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends based on unit needs.
Job Summary | The College of Arts & Sciences is seeking a Department Manager to support the Department of Modern & Classical Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MCLLC). This individual will assist in the management of day-to-day operations, and provide vital support to the students, faculty, and leadership in the Department, namely the Directors of Graduate Studies and Undergraduate Studies, Chair, and Associate Chair.
Under the guidance of the Senior Department Manager, Administrative Staff Officer III, and Department Chair, this individual will assist with tasks critical to the success of the Department per College and University deadlines and expectations, which may include but are not limited to: collection, submission, and/or distribution of faculty and instructor reports for scheduled reviews; submission of Triage tickets for purchasing, travel, independent contractors, student awards, hiring, technical/creative IT help, and building/key/space/surplus/renovation requests, etc. ; course scheduling; collection of payroll information and submission of payroll reports; meeting monthly with the College Business Center for departmental budget reviews and planning per Dean’s Office; items related to TA/GA/RA and student success and/or funding, such as GSAS form submission, TA credentials database updates, processing overrides, etc.; maintaining departmental files and records; event planning; attending all Department Manager meetings and training opportunities as scheduled by the College.
The Associate Department Manager will be expected to collaborate effectively and frequently with centralized College units, including the Dean’s Office, Business Center, Space and Facilities, CaTS, Enrollment Management, Philanthropy, and Advising, along with units across campus and external to the University. The Associate Department Manager will play a critical role in ensuring efficient and inviting workplaces and departments for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This individual will serve as an advocate for the departments and faculty, and an active member of a team of Department Manager colleagues and College staff. Successful candidates must possess a broad understanding of an academic setting, be able to effectively communicate among various personalities and situations, and be a team player with a strong ability to multi-task.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | SAP, APEX, Excel, Access, Outlook, and Word.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience |
Deadline to Apply | 09/10/2025
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