University of Kentucky
Program Coordinator II
🇺🇸 Lexington, KY
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $44K - $70K
💻 Other
🗓️ December 23rd, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Oversee operations of the DHN Lab and serve as the main contact for lab clients and student workers.
- Facilitate experiential learning opportunities and act as a subject matter expert during community-based rotations in the Accelerated Coordinated Program in Dietetics.
- Manage scheduling and maintain accurate records using scheduling platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Mentor students and collaborate with faculty and staff to support educational and research initiatives.
- Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with body composition testing equipment.
- Must have excellent organizational, multitasking, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and mentorship skills.
- Position includes supervisory responsibilities.
- Salary range between $43,805 and $70,075 per year.
- Requires a Master's degree and three years of related experience; Registered Dietitian credential or eligibility strongly preferred.
- Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend work.
Program Coordinator II Full Description
Requisition Number | RE52639
Working Title | The DHN Lab Manager
Department Name | 81500:Dietetics and Human Nutrition
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
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | Lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 30 pounds, computer work station activities,
Shift | Core working hours Monday–Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekends work required.
Job Summary | The Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition is seeking a Program Coordinator II who will serve as The DHN Lab Manager and is a critical role in managing the daily operations of The DHN Lab, supporting experiential learning for students, and coordinating designated projects and programs.
The DHN Lab Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of The DHN Lab, serving as the main point of contact for all lab clients and student workers. Additional responsibilities include facilitating experiential learning opportunities for students, acting as a subject matter expert during community-based rotations in the Accelerated Coordinated Program (ACP) in Dietetics.
Successful candidates will possess strong organizational and multitasking abilities, ensuring smooth coordination of lab operations and projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, students, and faculty effectively. Proficiency with scheduling platforms and Microsoft Office Suite is required to manage appointments and maintain accurate records. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate the ability to mentor students and collaborate successfully with faculty and staff to support educational and research initiatives.
The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is a welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky click here.
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Excellent skills in planning, organization, time management, critical thinking, problem solving, mentorship, and interpersonal communications. Excellent skills in Highly proficient with all MS Office applications, familiarity with body composition testing equipment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes
Preferred Education/Experience | MA, RD, experience mentoring college students in leadership development Driver’s license preferred Registered Dietitian or eligible to receive credential strongly preferred
Deadline to Apply | 12/25/2025
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.
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.
- * What steps would you take to ensure lab equipment is properly maintained and operational?
(Open Ended Question) - * How would you support students during their community-based rotations in the ACP program?
(Open Ended Question) - * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Registered Dietitian (RD, RDN, LD) or eligible to obtain this licensure by date of hire?
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- No
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