BA

2 4 years of related experience.

Light physical activities and efforts required to work in a standard office setting including filing, working at a desk for long periods of time, and lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 10 lbs. Also requires vision to read printed materials and materials on a computer screen as well as hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Days, with core hours from 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday.

The University of Kentucky is seeking a highly organized, strategic, and professionalSTEPS Executive Assistant to join our Human Resources Administration team. This unique role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple HR functions while working closely with senior leadership in a fast-paced, high visibility environment.

This role provides exposure to key HR areas including talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits, and organizational development, while also supporting executive operations of HR Leadership at UK.

What You'll Do

Why Now?

The University of Kentucky is investing in Kentucky and its workforce. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside senior HR leaders while contributing to high-impact initiatives that support the university's mission and future growth.

This is more than just a job, this is a career building opportunity for a highly driven professional who would like to gain exposure to the inner workings of executive operations, strategic coordination, and enterprise level HR initiatives. If you are energized by meaningful work, and the opportunity to make an impact, this role provides the experience, visibility, and professional growth to help shape your future career path. Join us at the University of Kentucky and build the experience, connections and leadership foundation to launch your career in human resources.



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Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field preferred. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field preferred.

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.