Student Affairs Officer I

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The University of Kentucky is hiring a Student Affairs Officer I to provide advising, support, and guidance to students while coordinating programs and collaborating with campus departments to enhance student engagement and success. The role involves direct interaction with students and campus partners to deliver initiatives that foster development, promote retention, and support the overall student experience.

Highlights

Provide advising and support on academic, personal, and campus-related matters.

Plan and coordinate student programs, events, and initiatives to promote engagement and development.

Serve as a resource and point of contact for students, families, and campus partners.

Collaborate with multiple campus departments to support student success efforts.

Assist with student outreach, workshops, and educational programming.

Monitor student needs and connect individuals to appropriate campus resources.

Support administrative processes, reporting, and documentation related to student services.

Required skills include proficiency in MS Office, strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational abilities.

Qualifications require a Bachelor’s degree and one year of related experience working with students in higher education or related environments.

Compensation ranges from $15.83 to $25.30 per hour for this full-time staff position.

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Job Title	Student Affairs Officer I
Requisition Number	RE54725
Working Title	COE Academic Team Member
Department Name	8G360:COE Office of Grad Ed and Accreditation
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	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and varied professional levels.
Shift	Typically days; 8:00 am -4:30 pm (37.5 hours a week)
Job Summary	The University of Kentucky is seeking a Student Affairs Officer I to join our team and support students through engagement, advising, and program coordination. This role plays a critical part in enhancing the student experience by providing guidance, resources, and support that help students thrive academically, socially, and personally. You’ll work directly with students and campus partners to deliver programs, services, and initiatives that foster student development, promote engagement, and support retention and success across the university. What You’ll Do Provide advising, support, and guidance to students on academic, personal, and campus-related matters Plan and coordinate student programs, events, and initiatives that promote engagement and development Serve as a resource and point of contact for students, families, and campus partners Collaborate with departments across campus to support student success efforts Assist with student outreach efforts, workshops, and educational programming Monitor student needs and connect individuals to appropriate campus resources Support administrative processes, reporting, and documentation related to student services What You’ll Bring Experience working with students in higher education or a related environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams Organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced setting A student-centered mindset with a focus on service and support Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion What’s In It for You Meaningful impact: Play a direct role in supporting the success and well-being of our students Program development: Gain experience planning and executing student programs and initiatives Career growth: Build skills in advising, student engagement, and higher education administration Collaborative environment: Work alongside dedicated professionals across campus Variety in your day: Balance student-facing work, program coordination, and administrative responsibilities Comprehensive benefits: Competitive salary, retirement, healthcare, and development opportunities Why Now? The University of Kentucky continues to expand its focus on improving the student experience and creating supportive, engaging environments for all students. In this role, you will help: Strengthen student engagement and connection to campus Support retention and student success initiatives Provide critical resources and support to a wide range of student populations You’ll join at a time when your work will have a direct and visible impact on the student experience every day.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	MS Office, excellent communication, customer service, and multi-tasking skills. Highly organized, able to prioritize, and a self-starter.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	BA + 1 year
Deadline to Apply	06/19/2026
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 or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking. 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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Job Title	Student Affairs Officer I
Requisition Number	RE54725
Working Title	COE Academic Team Member
Department Name	8G360:COE Office of Grad Ed and Accreditation
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	BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification	None
Physical Requirements	Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and varied professional levels.
Shift	Typically days; 8:00 am -4:30 pm (37.5 hours a week)
Job Summary	The University of Kentucky is seeking a Student Affairs Officer I to join our team and support students through engagement, advising, and program coordination. This role plays a critical part in enhancing the student experience by providing guidance, resources, and support that help students thrive academically, socially, and personally. You’ll work directly with students and campus partners to deliver programs, services, and initiatives that foster student development, promote engagement, and support retention and success across the university. What You’ll Do Provide advising, support, and guidance to students on academic, personal, and campus-related matters Plan and coordinate student programs, events, and initiatives that promote engagement and development Serve as a resource and point of contact for students, families, and campus partners Collaborate with departments across campus to support student success efforts Assist with student outreach efforts, workshops, and educational programming Monitor student needs and connect individuals to appropriate campus resources Support administrative processes, reporting, and documentation related to student services What You’ll Bring Experience working with students in higher education or a related environment Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams Organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced setting A student-centered mindset with a focus on service and support Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion What’s In It for You Meaningful impact: Play a direct role in supporting the success and well-being of our students Program development: Gain experience planning and executing student programs and initiatives Career growth: Build skills in advising, student engagement, and higher education administration Collaborative environment: Work alongside dedicated professionals across campus Variety in your day: Balance student-facing work, program coordination, and administrative responsibilities Comprehensive benefits: Competitive salary, retirement, healthcare, and development opportunities Why Now? The University of Kentucky continues to expand its focus on improving the student experience and creating supportive, engaging environments for all students. In this role, you will help: Strengthen student engagement and connection to campus Support retention and student success initiatives Provide critical resources and support to a wide range of student populations You’ll join at a time when your work will have a direct and visible impact on the student experience every day.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	MS Office, excellent communication, customer service, and multi-tasking skills. Highly organized, able to prioritize, and a self-starter.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	BA + 1 year
Deadline to Apply	06/19/2026
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 or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking. 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 working in student services and/or customer service.
(Open Ended Question)
* How would a previous supervisor or colleague describe your customer service skills?
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

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Academic Transcript

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