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Job Title
Administrative Staff Officer II
Requisition Number
RE52614
Working Title
Department Budget Officer
Department Name
81110:Horticulture
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
45
Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods.Repetitive motion.
Shift
Primarily days
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment, department of Horticulture seeks a candidate with strong management, and organizational skills to serve as the Budget Officer.
The Horticulture department discovers new knowledge, develops and evaluates new technologies and appropriate use of environmental resources for horticultural crop production and utilization. The Budget Officer is a valuable member. The Budget Officer helps to ensure the success of the department by supporting the Department Chair, faculty, staff and students with activities related to the business operations. The position manages all day-to-day business operations for the department.
About The Role
This position is responsible for human resources, fiscal management, and oversight of administrative tasks ranging from payroll, purchasing, to budgeting, forecasting and logistical support.
Additionally, the position coordinates all recruitment and hiring procedures for the department. The department is committed to promoting work-life balance by offering hybrid work arrangements that allow for some amount of remote work. This position includes excellent benefits and provides opportunities for professional development.
Why Join Us?
Benefits
At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Office applications, SAP HR and FI, BW, Faculty Effort System, knowledge of cost accounting standards.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
Yes
Deadline To Apply
01/08/2026
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.
Administrative Staff Officer II
Requisition Number
RE52614
Working Title
Department Budget Officer
Department Name
81110:Horticulture
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
45
Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods.Repetitive motion.
Shift
Primarily days
Job Summary
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment, department of Horticulture seeks a candidate with strong management, and organizational skills to serve as the Budget Officer.
The Horticulture department discovers new knowledge, develops and evaluates new technologies and appropriate use of environmental resources for horticultural crop production and utilization. The Budget Officer is a valuable member. The Budget Officer helps to ensure the success of the department by supporting the Department Chair, faculty, staff and students with activities related to the business operations. The position manages all day-to-day business operations for the department.
About The Role
This position is responsible for human resources, fiscal management, and oversight of administrative tasks ranging from payroll, purchasing, to budgeting, forecasting and logistical support.
Additionally, the position coordinates all recruitment and hiring procedures for the department. The department is committed to promoting work-life balance by offering hybrid work arrangements that allow for some amount of remote work. This position includes excellent benefits and provides opportunities for professional development.
Why Join Us?
Benefits
At the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, you’ll find a community that values collaboration, growth, and recognition. Benefits of joining our team include:
- A formal mentoring program to support your professional development
- Access to a staff development fund for continued learning and skill building
- Dedicated staff recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
- A shared commitment to making the University of Kentucky the University of, for, and with Kentucky
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Office applications, SAP HR and FI, BW, Faculty Effort System, knowledge of cost accounting standards.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
Yes
Deadline To Apply
01/08/2026
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.
Salary : $47,278 - $78,000