Position Overview
The University of Kentucky is hiring an Office Assistant (Community Administrative Assistant) to support the daily operations of an undergraduate residence hall. The role provides administrative support, front-line customer service, and risk management assistance, serving as a primary point of contact for residents, guests, and campus partners.

Key Details

• Type: Full-time, Staff
• Salary: $15.61 – $24.99/hour
• Location: Lexington, KY
• Department: Residence Life
• Grade Level: 40
• Application Due: 10/29/2026
• Shift: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday (when residence halls are open during fall and spring semesters)
• Category: Residence Life and Housing
• Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain housing and payroll records
• Support check-in and check-out processes
• Manage mail and facility resources
• Assist with access control and security procedures
• Provide timely support to students and staff
• Work closely with Residence Life professional staff and campus partners to promote safety, organization, and positive community experiences

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma (HS)
• No experience required
• No license, registration, or certification required

Physical Requirements

• Some possible lifting (mailbags and packages)
• Sitting for the majority of the day at the front desk of an undergraduate residence hall

About Student Success at UK
Student Success supports students from early college outreach through graduation and beyond, helping them live a life of meaning and purpose. The practice is grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making, working through a holistic lens to support a community of learners.

About the University Community
The University of Kentucky values employee well-being and is dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn, and live. UK is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. 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, religion, age, disability, veteran status, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or social or economic status.

Additional Information

• Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings, including a national background check and/or drug screen
• The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from minorities and women