University of Kentucky
Program Director Assistant
🇺🇸
Hybrid - Lexington, KY
🕑
Full-Time
💰
$16 - $25
per Hour
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Other
🗓️
April 27th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Kentucky is hiring a Program Director Assistant. The role supports institute programs and project teams in delivering accessible disability-related projects and trainings through preparation of materials, managing operations, and assisting staff and participants in both in-person and online environments.
Highlights
- Provide routine support for projects and trainings by preparing materials, resources, and spaces for accessible delivery.
- Assist with building readiness, materials management, and coordination of project needs following established procedures.
- Support staff and participants with project and training activities using standard tools, equipment, and online platforms.
- Perform assigned project, operational, and technical support tasks in in-person, remote, and hybrid settings.
- Use online platforms and standard office tools for support tasks.
- Salary range: $15.83 - $25.30 per hour.
- Requires a high school diploma and four years of related experience.
- The position is full-time, staff level, grade 41.
- Position designated as hybrid with some required travel to campus for in-person functions.
- No supervisory responsibilities required.
Program Director Assistant Full Description
Program Director Assistant
Posting Details
Job Title | Program Director Assistant
Requisition Number | RE54179
Working Title | Project Operations Assistant
Department Name | 40526:Interdisciplinary Human Develo
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 41
Salary Range | $15.83-25.30/hour
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | While there are physical, psychosocial and cognitive requirements of the position, the job duties can be accommodated for essential functions being completed in a variety of ways.
Shift | Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00 PM EST.
Job Summary | The Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is Kentucky’s Center on Disability.
HDI is seeking to fill a Program Director Assistant position. This position supports institute programs and project teams in delivering accessible, disability-related projects and trainings through a combination of in-person and online activities.
The responsibilities of the position include:
Provides routine support for projects and trainings by assisting with preparation of materials, resources, and spaces to support accessible delivery in in‑person and online settings. Supports day‑to‑day operations by assisting with building readiness, materials management, and coordination of project‑related needs following established procedures. Assists staff and participants with project and training activities by providing basic support with standard tools, equipment, and online platforms and communicating issues for follow‑up. Performs assigned project, operational, and technical support tasks under direction to support effective delivery of departmental activities in in‑person, remote, and hybrid environments.
This position is designated as hybrid but requires some work-related travel to HDI’s campus location to complete in-person functions.
IMPORTANT: Please ensure all attached documents are accessible documents. Resumes and CVs cannot replace completed applications. All information must be entered into the application so we can accurately assess your education and related work experience for salary determination. To be considered, ensure each Work Experience entry includes: one job title per entry (create separate entries for multiple titles with the same employer), the hours worked per week, ending pay rate or salary and detailed job duties.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience |
Deadline to Apply | 05/01/2026
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.
Requisition Number | RE54179
Working Title | Project Operations Assistant
Department Name | 40526:Interdisciplinary Human Develo
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Grade Level | 41
Salary Range | $15.83-25.30/hour
Type of Position | Staff
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience | 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification | None
Physical Requirements | While there are physical, psychosocial and cognitive requirements of the position, the job duties can be accommodated for essential functions being completed in a variety of ways.
Shift | Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00 PM EST.
Job Summary | The Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is Kentucky’s Center on Disability.
HDI is seeking to fill a Program Director Assistant position. This position supports institute programs and project teams in delivering accessible, disability-related projects and trainings through a combination of in-person and online activities.
The responsibilities of the position include:
Provides routine support for projects and trainings by assisting with preparation of materials, resources, and spaces to support accessible delivery in in‑person and online settings. Supports day‑to‑day operations by assisting with building readiness, materials management, and coordination of project‑related needs following established procedures. Assists staff and participants with project and training activities by providing basic support with standard tools, equipment, and online platforms and communicating issues for follow‑up. Performs assigned project, operational, and technical support tasks under direction to support effective delivery of departmental activities in in‑person, remote, and hybrid environments.
This position is designated as hybrid but requires some work-related travel to HDI’s campus location to complete in-person functions.
IMPORTANT: Please ensure all attached documents are accessible documents. Resumes and CVs cannot replace completed applications. All information must be entered into the application so we can accurately assess your education and related work experience for salary determination. To be considered, ensure each Work Experience entry includes: one job title per entry (create separate entries for multiple titles with the same employer), the hours worked per week, ending pay rate or salary and detailed job duties.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience |
Deadline to Apply | 05/01/2026
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * This position is designated as hybrid and requires periodic travel to HDI’s campus to support in‑person project, training, and building‑related activities. Are you able to meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe any experience you have supporting people with disabilities or working on disability‑related projects, including assisting with accessible materials, spaces, or online activities
(Open Ended Question)
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