Office Assistant
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Job overview
University of Kentucky is hiring an Office Assistant. The Office Assistant supports daily operations of a University of Kentucky residence hall by providing administrative assistance, front‑line customer service, and risk‑management support. Acting as the primary contact for residents, guests, and campus partners, the role helps maintain housing and payroll records, manage mail and facilities, and promote a safe, organized, and welcoming community environment.
Key focus areas include Provide administrative support to the residence hall, Serve as primary point of contact for residents, guests, and campus partners, and Maintain housing and payroll records.
Skills & qualifications
Qualifications
Full job description
Compensation
$
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 TitleOffice AssistantRequisition NumberRE55455Working TitleCommunity Administrative AssistantDepartment Name1B450:Residence LifeWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level40Salary Range$15.61-24.99/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.
Required License/Registration/CertificationNone
Physical RequirementsSome possible lifting (mailbags and packages); and sitting for the majority of the day at the front desk of an undergraduate residence hall.
Shift7:30 am-4:00 pm, Monday-Friday, when the residence halls are open during the fall and spring semesters.
Job SummaryThe Office Assistant (OA) plays a critical role in supporting the daily operations of a University of Kentucky residence hall by providing administrative support, front-line customer service, and risk management assistance. Office Assistants serve as a primary point of contact for residents, guests, and campus partners, helping to ensure smooth facility operations, accurate housing processes, and a welcoming residential environment.
This position is responsible for maintaining housing and payroll records, supporting check-in and check-out processes, managing mail and facility resources, assisting with access control and security procedures, and providing timely support to students and staff. Office Assistants work closely with Residence Life professional staff and campus partners to promote safety, organization, and positive community experiences within the residence hall.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply08/21/2026Our 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.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents1. Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
PI286505103
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
RE55455
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