STEPS Student Engagement Coordinator

University of Kentucky

Lexington, KY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Alumni Relations, Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Computer Workstations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Educational Administration, Event Management, Genetics, Interpersonal Skills, Marketing Communications, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Social Media Marketing, Time Management, Typing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lexington, KY
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title STEPS Student Engagement Coordinator Requisition Number TE09318 Department Name 8T110:College of Social Work Work Location Lexington, KY (hybrid potential) Salary Range $22.00 - $25.00/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

BA

Required Related Experience

3 years related experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Drivers License

Physical Requirements

Occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs; Occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motions (such as typing)

Shift

Monday-Friday 8am 5pm; additional hours may be required based on departmental need.

Position will primarily be located on-site with potential for a hybrid opportunity.

Job Summary

The STEPS Student Engagement Coordinator serves as the primary implementer of the Office of Student Experience & Engagements (SEE) initiatives, to provide high-quality student-facing programming and experiences across the entire student cycle.

This role is responsible for program coordination and ensuring that SEE initiatives are delivered in a way that is timely, accessible, and aligned with student needs across modalities and populations. The Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining continuity of the student experience by operationalizing key touchpoints throughout the student journey.

Key Functions:

  • Program & Event Planning
  • Marketing & Communications Coordination
  • Alumni & Stakeholder Coordination
  • Workforce & Career Readiness and Interprofessional Education (IPE)
  • Academic Honor Societies Administration
  • Academic & Orientation Program Support

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Experience in customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

  • Experience working in student affairs or in education
  • Social media or marketing experience
  • 5+ years related experience

Deadline to Apply 05/31/2026 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 (*).

    • Please select the response that best describes your full years of paid, full-time employment experience in student affairs or student services.
  • None

  • More than 0, up through 3 years

  • More than 3 years, up through 5 years

  • More than 5 years, up through 10 years

  • More than 10 years

    • How many years of experience do you have in customer service?
  • None

  • More than 0, up through 1 year

  • More than 1 year, up through 2 years

  • More than 2 years, up through 3 years

  • More than 3 years, up through 4 years

  • More than 4 years, up through 5 years

  • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

About the Company

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University of Kentucky