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University of Kentucky
STEPS First Year Student Navigator
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Lexington, Kentucky
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Temporary
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$20
per Hour
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Other
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August 31st, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Kentucky is hiring a STEPS First Year Student Navigator. The role involves helping students navigate the institution by providing proactive outreach, personalized guidance, and timely referrals to overcome barriers and maintain progress toward their educational goals. The position supports student persistence and retention within the identified cohort.
Highlights
- Provide proactive outreach and individualized guidance to first-year students.
- Connect students to appropriate resources at the right time to overcome barriers.
- Support student engagement and progress toward educational objectives.
- Focus on student persistence and retention within the targeted cohort.
- Temporary full-time position with flexible shifts.
- Hourly rate: $20.
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree.
- Physical demands include sitting/standing at a workstation and lifting or carrying lightweight objects.
- No supervisory responsibilities.
- Department: Center for Academic Research and Enrichment Services.
STEPS First Year Student Navigator Full Description
STEPS First Year Student Navigator
Posting Details
Job Title | STEPS First Year Student Navigator
Requisition Number | TE09498
Department Name | 1B250:Ctr for Acad Res and Enrich Svcs
Work Location | McVey Hall, Lexington, KY
Salary Range | $20/hr
Type of Position | Temporary
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | Bachelor’s degree
Required Related Experience |
Required License/Registration/Certification |
Physical Requirements | Sitting/standing at workstation for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects.
Shift | Flexible
Job Summary | The primary objective of the STEPS Student Navigator is to help students navigate the institution and connect with the right resources at the right time.
This position provides proactive outreach, individualized guidance, and timely referrals to help students overcome barriers, remain engaged, and continue making progress toward their educational goals. The ultimate goal is to support student persistence and help retain students within the identified cohort.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience |
Deadline to Apply | 09/11/2026
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 | TE09498
Department Name | 1B250:Ctr for Acad Res and Enrich Svcs
Work Location | McVey Hall, Lexington, KY
Salary Range | $20/hr
Type of Position | Temporary
Position Time Status | Full-Time
Required Education | Bachelor’s degree
Required Related Experience |
Required License/Registration/Certification |
Physical Requirements | Sitting/standing at workstation for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects.
Shift | Flexible
Job Summary | The primary objective of the STEPS Student Navigator is to help students navigate the institution and connect with the right resources at the right time.
This position provides proactive outreach, individualized guidance, and timely referrals to help students overcome barriers, remain engaged, and continue making progress toward their educational goals. The ultimate goal is to support student persistence and help retain students within the identified cohort.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience |
Deadline to Apply | 09/11/2026
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 (*).
- * Please describe your experience, if any, assisting students with their educational experience (i.e. processing paperwork, answering questions, etc.)
(Open Ended Question)
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