Administrative Support Associate I

Administrative Support Associate I

Job Title - Administrative Support Associate I

Department Name - Office Of Philanthropy

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Grade Level - 41

Salary Range - $15.83-25.30/hour

Type of Position - Staff

Position Time Status - Full-Time

Required Education - AA

Required Related Experience - 3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification - None

Physical Requirements - Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; Light lifting, pushing and pulling of objects less than 50 lbs.; Performing repetitive motion tasks.

Shift - Monday Friday, Day Shift; 8:00am 5:00pm

Job Summary - The University of Kentucky's Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is seeking a highly organized and service oriented Administrative Professional to provide comprehensive support to the Cancer Programs Team. This role critical for coordination, communication, and operational support ensuring that programs, meetings, events, and day to day administrative functions run smoothly and efficiently. The position plays a key role in supporting cancer related initiatives by managing calendars and meetings, preparing and distributing correspondence, coordinating research and proposal activities, and maintaining accurate financial and administrative records. As the front line liaison for the team, the role requires professionalism, discretion, and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with internal partners, external organizations, donors, and the public. Additionally, the position provides support for programs and events, assisting with scheduling, logistics, communications, and on site coordination. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced, mission driven environment, enjoys supporting others, and takes pride in bringing structure, organization, and responsiveness to complex work that advances cancer research, care, and philanthropy.The culture within the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is built on our shared core values CoMMIT Collaboration, Communication, Mission Driven, Mutual Respect, Innovation and Transparency.By applying for a position within UKPAE, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our six values. It is important you share these values in order to be part of our committed team!

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - Bachelor's degree plus two or more years related experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply - 06/24/2026

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, 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 (*).

1. * The Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. These values are collaboration, communication, mission driven, mutual respect, innovation and transparency. Please choose one of the PAE values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter