What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEPS Administrative Support Associate I position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
STEPS Administrative Support Associate I
Requisition Number
TE09179
Department Name
81070:ANIMAL AND FOOD SCIENCES
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$20.00/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Physical Requirements
Lifting up to 30 lbs.
Shift
Work Shift
8-3
Expected # of Hours Per Week
32.5
Job Summary
The STEPS Administrative Support Associate will support the AFS Business Officer by providing financial support regarding animal sales and inventory, as well as periodic JVs.
RECONCILIATIONS- Reconciles departmental cost centers and grants. Processing of departmental documentation including filing and leading annual document destruction processes, requesting documentation from other departments as needed. Ensuring reconciliations are completed in accordance with the BPM and CoAg CAFE Monthly Account Reconciliation Guide. Review required supporting documentation and compare to transaction to check for accuracy and ensure adherence to all policies/guidelines.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - Support departmental purchasing activities. Review each transaction and all documentation for completeness and accuracy within UK processing systems. Ensure orders are placed in a timely manner. Maintain accurate documentation for accountability. Track purchases to final posting and payment.
Other duties as assigned
Successful candidate will be provided with required UK training as needed. Responsibilities also include general office support: scanning, filing, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
SAP
UK Procurement Policies
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Deadline To Apply
04/30/2026
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.
STEPS Administrative Support Associate I
Requisition Number
TE09179
Department Name
81070:ANIMAL AND FOOD SCIENCES
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$20.00/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Physical Requirements
Lifting up to 30 lbs.
Shift
Work Shift
8-3
Expected # of Hours Per Week
32.5
Job Summary
The STEPS Administrative Support Associate will support the AFS Business Officer by providing financial support regarding animal sales and inventory, as well as periodic JVs.
RECONCILIATIONS- Reconciles departmental cost centers and grants. Processing of departmental documentation including filing and leading annual document destruction processes, requesting documentation from other departments as needed. Ensuring reconciliations are completed in accordance with the BPM and CoAg CAFE Monthly Account Reconciliation Guide. Review required supporting documentation and compare to transaction to check for accuracy and ensure adherence to all policies/guidelines.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - Support departmental purchasing activities. Review each transaction and all documentation for completeness and accuracy within UK processing systems. Ensure orders are placed in a timely manner. Maintain accurate documentation for accountability. Track purchases to final posting and payment.
Other duties as assigned
Successful candidate will be provided with required UK training as needed. Responsibilities also include general office support: scanning, filing, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
SAP
UK Procurement Policies
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Deadline To Apply
04/30/2026
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.
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