What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEPS Flex Office Administrative Support Talent Pool position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
STEPS Flex Office Administrative Support Talent Pool
Requisition Number
TE09294
Department Name
3J532:STEPS Temporary Employment
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15.00 - $21.00/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Required Related Experience
At least 1 year of related experience in office/clerical duties.
Physical Requirements
Ability to regularly sit for extended periods of time at a computer workstation and perform tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing), and walk extensively throughout the university, occasionally with objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
Shift
Typically Monday through Friday, varying shift hours between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm; hours and days of week subject to change to meet job and departmental business needs. Hours per week can range from 15 to 40 hours worked per week.
Job Summary
Looking to grow your administrative career in a dynamic and collaborative environment? We are building a pool of talented STEPS Flex Office Administrative Support Talent to support a variety of departments with essential day-to-day operations. This is a great opportunity to showcase your organizational skills, customer service mindset, and attention to detail while keeping offices running smoothly.
About The Opportunity
This is a pool position, which means qualified candidates will be considered for current and future temporary or project-based assignments across multiple departments. Assignments may vary in length, scope, and responsibilities, offering valuable experience and exposure to different teams and functions.
As a STEPS Flex Office Administrative Support Talent, you would serve as a key point of contact for daily office activities and provide a wide range of administrative, operational, and customer support services.
What You May Do
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
No
Preferred Education/Experience
2 years of related experience in office/clerical duties.
Deadline To Apply
04/24/2026
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 Flex Office Administrative Support Talent Pool
Requisition Number
TE09294
Department Name
3J532:STEPS Temporary Employment
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$15.00 - $21.00/hour
Type Of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
AA
Required Related Experience
At least 1 year of related experience in office/clerical duties.
Physical Requirements
Ability to regularly sit for extended periods of time at a computer workstation and perform tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing), and walk extensively throughout the university, occasionally with objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
Shift
Typically Monday through Friday, varying shift hours between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm; hours and days of week subject to change to meet job and departmental business needs. Hours per week can range from 15 to 40 hours worked per week.
Job Summary
Looking to grow your administrative career in a dynamic and collaborative environment? We are building a pool of talented STEPS Flex Office Administrative Support Talent to support a variety of departments with essential day-to-day operations. This is a great opportunity to showcase your organizational skills, customer service mindset, and attention to detail while keeping offices running smoothly.
About The Opportunity
This is a pool position, which means qualified candidates will be considered for current and future temporary or project-based assignments across multiple departments. Assignments may vary in length, scope, and responsibilities, offering valuable experience and exposure to different teams and functions.
As a STEPS Flex Office Administrative Support Talent, you would serve as a key point of contact for daily office activities and provide a wide range of administrative, operational, and customer support services.
What You May Do
- Serve as the first point of contact by greeting visitors, answering phones, and responding to emails and inquiries and ensure prompt, professional communication
- Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings and events
- Support daily office operations, including mail and package distribution and front desk activities
- Route forms, requests, and communications to ensure timely processing and workflow
- Assist with purchasing, payment processing, and basic financial tracking
- Maintain organized filing systems, records, and document management processes
- Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and engagement activities (e.g., scheduling, catering, communications)
- Assist with onboarding activities, including workspace readiness and basic access coordination
- Maintain office supplies, promotional materials, and inventory
- Support general administrative projects
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
No
Preferred Education/Experience
2 years of related experience in office/clerical duties.
Deadline To Apply
04/24/2026
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 : $15 - $21