Data Support Specialist
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University of Kentucky is hiring a Data Support Specialist. The Data Support Specialist at the University of Kentucky’s Center of Excellence in Rural Health supports the Kentucky Office of Rural Health by collecting, organizing, reviewing, and documenting program activities and grant data, preparing reports and resources, and assisting with reporting processes for federally funded rural health programs.
Key focus areas include Collect and organize program activity data, Review and document deliverables and technical assistance, and Prepare data summaries, reports, and reference materials.
Important skills include Microsoft Office, Strong Written And Verbal Communication Skills, Organization And Attention To Detail, Ability To Learn New Software, Ability To Travel For Work, and HRSA Data Collection Platform.
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Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Job Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details
Job TitleData Support SpecialistRequisition NumberRE55394Working TitleData Support SpecialistDepartment Name7H060:RURAL KENTUCKY HEALTH CAREWork LocationHazard, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.76-28.43/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.
Required License/Registration/CertificationNone
Physical RequirementsJob related travel. Occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs, sitting at computer workstation for extended periods, and/or repetitive motion.
ShiftMonday-Friday, 8:00am – 5;00pm (40 hrs/wk)
Job SummaryThe UK Center of Excellence in Rural Health, serving as the designated State Office of Rural Health, has added this position to the Kentucky Office of Rural Health (KORH) team.
The Data Support Specialist supports KORH by using established grant data tracking, reporting, and documentation processes for rural health programs across Kentucky. This position helps collect, organize, review, and document program activities, deliverables, technical assistance, and required reporting elements for KORH’s federally funded programs, including reporting through the HRSA Data Collection Platform (DCP) and HRSA Electronic Handbook (EHB).
The position also supports rural stakeholders by preparing data summaries, reports, resources, funding information, and reference materials using HRSA, FORHP, MBQIP, CAHMPAS, and other rural health or grant-specific data sources. In addition, the position assists with KORH program reporting processes, tracking logs, technical assistance documentation, reporting calendars, meeting preparation, follow-up on deliverables, and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, dependable, comfortable entering, reviewing, and organizing program data in established grant reporting tools, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a collaborative team environment.
This is a grant-funded position, and continuation of the position is contingent upon available funding.
This position is located in Hazard, Kentucky. Travel may be necessary.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMicrosoft Office, strong written and verbal communication skills, organization and attention to detail, ability to learn new software, ability to travel for work (i.e. meetings, conferences, technical assistance) as needed.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceValid driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply08/23/2026Our University CommunityWe 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 QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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- Are you aware that this position is located in Hazard, KY? - Yes
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- This role involves supporting multiple grant programs, tracking deliverables, preparing reports, and following up on assigned tasks. Please describe a time when you managed multiple responsibilities or deadlines at once and how you stayed organized. (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents1. Resume
- Cover Letter
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
PI286355545
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
RE55394
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