Administrative Staff Officer II

Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements Requires lifting of light weight objects up to 10 lbs, sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion Shift Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00, (3 days on-site, 2 days remote) occasional additional hours as needed based on business need Job Summary The Markey Cancer Center is seeking a Administrative Staff Officer II to join the business office team. This position is primarily responsible for supporting the recruitment and retention of staff, serving as the subject matter expert within the department for human resources‑related matters, leading the faculty and staff development programs, and coordinating the recognition and retention program. The role also provides backup support for payroll, IES , visas, and employee benefits inquiries across all Markey divisions. In addition, the Administrative Staff Officer II manages all of Markey’s HR team. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that is 3 days on site and 2 days remote. Internal Employee being considered. IMPORTANT : Resumes and CVs 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. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Excellent written & oral communication skills, Collaboration with all levels of leadership, organized, attention to detail, Ability to embrace and drive change, Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, programs, and projects, both independently and in a team, Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, TEAMS ) Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes Preferred Education/Experience Prefer Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, communication, or related field Deadline to Apply 08/06/2026 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 * Please briefly describe your experience in talent management/development. (Open Ended Question)

• Provide a brief example that demonstrates your ability to successfully develop and maintain productive relationships with others (customers or co-workers). (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe any experience you have with creating or managing effective career development and employee retention programs. (Open Ended Question)