Executive Assistant - Military veterans preferred

2025-08-20
University of Kentucky
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Lexington
Kentucky
40502
United States


University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleExecutive AssistantRequisition NumberRE51328Working TitleDepartment Name81010:College of Ag, Food and EnvironmentWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,805-70,075/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

BA

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

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Extended periods of sitting. May be required to occasionally carry objects up to 20 pounds.
Shift
Days, typically Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, customer service driven Executive Assistant to support our executive leadership team. This is a critical role requiring excellent judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage a wide range of administrative and executive support tasks in a fast-paced, professional environment.

The Executive Assistant is a trusted partner, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the executive office and acting as a key liaison between leadership, staff, and stakeholders. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Land-Grant Engagement/Dean, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and will manage all aspects of the daily operations of the office.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Executive Administration: managing appointments, preparing correspondence, arranging travel plans, and compiling documents for meetings
  • Office Management: Manage the main office to ensure smooth daily operation
  • Special Events: Plan events logistics
  • Business Support: Supervise all office purchasing and travel functions.
  • Supervision: Coordinate staffing schedules and workflow.

  • Why Join Us?
At Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, we offer a supportive environment that promotes professional growth through mentorship, development funds, and a culture of innovation.

To find out more about M-G CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky, Click Here.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply09/07/2025Our 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.


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 background check and/or drug screen.


Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Indicate the number of years of paid work experience you have providing administrative support for professionals at an executive level.
    • 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
  2. * Rate your level of expertise in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and Powerpoint.)
    • Novice
    • Apprentice
    • Proficient
    • Distinguished
  3. * Describe your experience working in a busy office and/or multitasking and/or prioritizing a wide variety of tasks.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Please indicate the years of paid work experience you have in accounting, customer service, office management, administrative support tasks, inventory.
    • None
    • More than 0, through 1 year
    • More than 1 year through 3 years
    • More than 3 years through 5 years
    • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents




    Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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