Student Center Operations Specialist - Military veterans preferred

2025-08-28
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 TitleStudent Center Operations SpecialistRequisition NumberRE51451Working TitleDepartment Name3DH40:Aux Services - Student CenterWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level42Salary Range$17.41-27.87/hourType 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

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 25 lbs. Standing or walking carrying objects up to 25 lbs; Repetitive motion. Work is performed in assigned areas and may occasionally include exposure to weather and elements. Would require standing for long periods of time.
Shift
2 Shifts Available
  • Sunday-Wednesday 2:00 PM to 1:00 AM
  • Wednesday-Saturday 2:00 PM-1:00 AM
Job Summary
The Student Center Operations Specialist supports evening and weekend operations of the Gatton Student Center and The 90 by maintaining a visible presence, assisting with building closures, and supervising special events. It involves monitoring facility maintenance, managing access control systems, and reporting security issues. The position also includes guest service desk coverage when needed, assisting with student staff scheduling, and managing lost and found process. Additional responsibilities include resolving onsite issues, documenting daily activities and incidents, submitting accurate reports, and completing administrative tasks as assigned.

IMPORTANT: Resumes cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume.

Multiple positions available.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply09/02/2025Our University Community
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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. * Describe your experience as it relates to the following areas: monitoring facility operations, access control systems, scheduling, customer service, and administrative responsibilities.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Which of the following shifts do you prefer to work?
    • Sunday-Wednesday 2:00 PM to 1:00 AM
    • Wednesday-Saturday 2:00 PM-1:00 AM

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




    Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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