STEPS Administrative Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title STEPS Administrative Assistant Requisition Number TE09412 Department Name 3J541:Compensation Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $14.00-$16.00/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education Required Related Experience Required License/Registration/Certification Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, push, and pull objects up to 25lbs, sitting or standing for long periods of time, and repetitive motion.

Shift

ork Shift

Monday - Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Expected # of Hours Per Week

40

Job Summary

The STEPS Administrative Assistant will provide flexible support to the Compensation PAR Processing team within the Human Resources department. The primary responsibility of this role is to review and process payroll documents and transactions to support timely and accurate payments. This position works closely with departments across the University to ensure that these personnel action as are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with University policies and applicable state and federal regulations.

What we are looking for:

The ideal candidate is…

• Detail-oriented
• Professionalism
• Strong commitment to customer service
• Collaborative
• Confidential

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience at the University of Kentucky, especially for those interested in a career in Human Resources. It's a great way to build competitive skills and get your foot in the door!

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Demonstrated ability to:

• Handle confidential information
• Follow instructions accurately
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Prior experience in office support, data entry, or document management is preferred, but not required.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 09/30/2026 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.

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 (*).

• • How many years of experience do you have providing administrative support for a department or organization?

• None

• More than 0, up through 1 year

• More than 1 year, up through 3 years

• More than 3 years, up through 5 years

• More than 5 years

• • Describe your experience in a position that required constant attention to detail and accuracy.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter