What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEPS Executive Office Coordinator position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
STEPS Executive Office Coordinator
Requisition Number
TE09392
Department Name
3J532:STEPS Temporary Employment
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$20/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate clearly in person and via phone; prolonged sitting at a reception desk while maintaining a professional and attentive presence; occasional walking to escort visitors or deliver materials within the building.
Shift
Work Shift
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00am – 5:00pm
Expected # of Hours Per Week
16
Job Summary
The Executive Office Coordinator serves as a strategic ambassador for the organization, providing executive-level administrative and operational support while ensuring seamless, professional, and highly responsive front-office experience. This highly visible role is critical in representing the organization’s culture, values, and commitment to excellence through every interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Leadership Competencies & Responsibilities
The ideal candidate:
No
Deadline To Apply
06/26/2026
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 Executive Office Coordinator
Requisition Number
TE09392
Department Name
3J532:STEPS Temporary Employment
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$20/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate clearly in person and via phone; prolonged sitting at a reception desk while maintaining a professional and attentive presence; occasional walking to escort visitors or deliver materials within the building.
Shift
Work Shift
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00am – 5:00pm
Expected # of Hours Per Week
16
Job Summary
The Executive Office Coordinator serves as a strategic ambassador for the organization, providing executive-level administrative and operational support while ensuring seamless, professional, and highly responsive front-office experience. This highly visible role is critical in representing the organization’s culture, values, and commitment to excellence through every interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Leadership Competencies & Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, employees, and external partners, fostering a welcoming, professional, and service-oriented environment that reflects organizational excellence.
- Manage complex communications, including incoming calls, inquiries, and correspondence, exercising sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism to ensure timely and effective resolution.
- Demonstrate exceptional executive presence, diplomacy, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information, stakeholder interactions, and organizational matters.
- Maintaining a polished, organized, and efficient environment that supports productivity, professionalism, and a positive stakeholder experience.
- Anticipate and support executive and operational needs through proactive problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to operational excellence.
- Ensure a consistently high standard of customer experience by delivering responsive, courteous, and solution-focused service to a diverse range of constituents.
The ideal candidate:
- Able to anticipate needs and resolve issues proactively
- Emotionally intelligent
- Resourceful
- Attention to detail
- Reliable, having a sense of responsibility
- Able to adapt quickly in a high-profile environment and demonstrating ability to take direction
- Handle sensitive situations with professionalism and confidence
No
Deadline To Apply
06/26/2026
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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