University of Kentucky
Program Assistant-Step Up Program
🇺🇸 Lexington, KY
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $15 per Hour
💻 Other
🗓️ August 6th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Track engagement of Step-Up Fellows in schools and community organizations serving migrant and refugee youth
- Serve as liaison between the program and host schools/community organizations
- Assist with coordination of on-campus events related to the Step-Up program
- Manage the Step-Up program’s social media platforms
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the program Director
- Required to be a senior undergraduate or graduate student at University of Kentucky
- Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and social media
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
- Experience working with diverse communities preferred
- Part-time student position paying $15.00 per hour
Program Assistant-Step Up Program Full Description
Requisition Number | DU13758
Department Name | 8E000:College of Arts & Sciences
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Salary Range | $15.00/hour
Type of Position | Student
Position Time Status | Part-Time
Required Education | n/a
Required Related Experience | n/a
Required License/Registration/Certification | n/a
Physical Requirements | (i.e., sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time; carrying or lifting light-weight objects)
Shift | varies
Job Summary | The University of Kentucky College of Arts & Sciences is seeking a dynamic student to serve as a part-time Program Assistant for an innovative service-learning program called Step-Up. This interdisciplinary program is designed to support high school students and young adults from migrant and refugee families to navigate the challenges they face in school and help them prepare for post-secondary education. Under this program, UK students (Step-Up Fellows) serve as tutors and mentors in schools and community organizations offering after-school programs for migrant and refugee youth. Supervised by the Director, the Program Assistant will keep track of Step-Up Fellows’ engagement in schools and community organizations, serve as liaison between the program and schools and community organizations hosting Step-Up Fellows, assist in on-campus events associated with the Step-Up program, manage the Step-Up social media platforms, and perform other duties as assigned by the Director to meet program objectives. This is a one-semester position with the possibility of extension, contingent on the availability of funds.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Currently enrolled as a senior undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Kentucky. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Advanced skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and social media. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience of working with diverse communities is preferred.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience | Currently enrolled as a senior undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Kentucky.
Deadline to Apply | 08/18/2025
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.
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