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University of Kentucky Student Program Specialist Senior in Lexington, Kentucky


University of Kentucky

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleStudent Program Specialist Senior
Requisition NumberRE45715
Working TitleSenior Specialist for Major Campus Programming
Department Name1B430:Student Organizations and Activities
Work LocationLexington, KY
Grade Level45
Salary Range$46,806-77,226/year
Type of PositionStaff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects. Walking to and from meetings and events.
Shift
40/week along with night and weekend hours as needed/required
Job Summary
The Office of Student Organizations and Activities at the University of Kentucky is seeking a detail oriented, innovative, and strategic individual to join our team as a Senior Specialist for Major Campus Programming. In this role, your portfolio will include:
  • Management and delivery of large-scale and campus wide events including the oversight of the coordination, planning, and execution of these events, including but not limited to:
    • Vendor Management
    • Budget Management
    • Day-of Event Management
    • Partnership Management/Coordination
    • Volunteer Coordination
    • Marketing and promotions of events
    • Risk Management (Forecasting and Implementation)

  • Holistic coordination and execution of welcome week (K-Week)/Labor Stay/Homecoming program and events planning, coordination, and execution
  • Development of impactful major campus programs designed to align with the office mission and holistically foster campus involvement and engagement among students
  • Advising students and student organizations including DanceBlue including but not limited to:
    • Advisement of 11 student chairs and oversight of 150+ student committee
    • Oversight and execution support on large scale events such as DanceBlue SK, DanceBlue U, DanceBlue Marathon, DanceBlue Silent Auction, and other events hosted by the DanceBlue Student Organization
    • Administrative support and management of financials, fundraising, operations/purchases, contract negotiation, etc.
  • Design and deliver training sessions for student leaders through the SOA Summit and associated workshops
  • Building strategic partnerships within Student Orgs and Activities, Dean of Students, the Office for Student Success, and the holistic UK campus
  • Support holistic operations of the Office of Student Organizations and Activities by:
    • Contributing to strategic planning efforts
    • Developing yearly budgetary requests and plans
    • Evaluating program effectiveness through assessment and reporting
    • Creating and executing marketing and promotion strategies to enhance holistic office mission, visibility, and engagement with students
  • Be a proactive team member within the Office of Student Organizations and Activities by supporting operations around projects such as but not limited to:
    • SOA Summit
    • SOA Workshops
    • Lead Blue Ceremony
    • SOA Committees
    • SOA Programming and Large Events
    • Volunteering with collaborative campus partners
  • Due to the nature of the work associated with this role, occasional night and weekend coverage may be necessary.

The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in a related field along with previous experience in event planning and delivery and student affairs, strong communication skills, proficiency in budget management, excellent organizational expertise, fine attention to details, developed time management skills, capacity to develop relationships, and outstanding written and verbal communication skills. The ideal candidate also possesses a proactive attitude, demonstrating a willingness to take initiative and think creatively to achieve goals. If you are passionate about creating impactful experiences for students and thrive in a dynamic, relationship oriented, and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education, and/or other job-related field of study.
Driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply06/24/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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 check and/or drug screen.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  1. Student-centered practice is the foundation of all we do in Student Success. We are committed to serving students in a way that clears a path for them to graduate and lead lives of meaning and purpose. What does student-centered practice mean to you and how do you show that in your work?

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. Please describe why you are interested in this position and three reasons why you are uniquely qualified for this position.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • Indeed.com
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
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