Student Program Specialist

🇺🇸 Lexington, Kentucky 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $41K - $65K 💻 Academic Advising 🗓️ September 22nd, 2026

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University of Kentucky is hiring a Student Program Specialist to serve as Student Activities Board Coordinator, the primary advisor for the Student Activities Board. The coordinator provides leadership, guidance, and operational support to student leaders as they plan, implement, and assess a wide range of campus programs, events, and traditions.

Advise students on event planning, risk management, budgeting, and contract negotiation
Guide student leaders on marketing, organizational operations, and leadership development
Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures for campus programming
Collaborate with campus partners, vendors, and student organizations on programs
Support major campus programming initiatives and departmental assessment efforts
Master's degree and one year of related experience required
Salary range $40,685 - $65,083 per year
Full-time role in Lexington, KY, with occasional night and weekend coverage

Student Program Specialist Full Description

The Student Activities Board (SAB) Coordinator within the Office of Student Organizations and Activities (SOA) serves as the primary advisor for the Student Activities Board and a key contributor to campus engagement efforts. This position provides leadership, guidance, and operational support to student leaders as they plan, implement, and assess a wide range of campus programs, events, and traditions.

Responsibilities

Advise students on event planning, risk management, budgeting, and contract negotiation.
Guide student leaders on marketing, organizational operations, and leadership development.
Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures for campus programming.
Collaborate with campus partners, vendors, and student organizations on programs.
Support major campus programming initiatives and departmental assessment efforts.

Qualifications