What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Ambassador position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Student Ambassador
Requisition Number
DU14111
Department Name
81700:Retailing & Tourism Management
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$18.00
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
University of Kentucky Student
Required Related Experience
Experience in job duties preferred.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
Shift
5 hrs. per week. Must be able to work from Spring 26 – Fall 26 semester.
Job Summary
Each ambassador will serve as a project leader prepresenting each department, (RTM & DHN) within the interdisciplinary UK Sustanability Grant Project. Responsibilites, include planning, leading, coordinating, and executing multiple university-wide sustainability initiatives (eg., Ugly Product Pop-up Market, Lemon Tree operations, and Campus Kitchen activities). collaborating with faculty and community partners, designing marketing and educational materials, and contributing to research and outreach efforts. The position requires leadership, cross-departmental coordination, and independent decision-making skills for operating three different operations in the University beyond routine student employment duties, thereby justifying the higher pay rate.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in job duties preferred. Exceed job duties of a typical student worker role.
Deadline To Apply
12/03/2025
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.
Student Ambassador
Requisition Number
DU14111
Department Name
81700:Retailing & Tourism Management
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$18.00
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
University of Kentucky Student
Required Related Experience
Experience in job duties preferred.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
Shift
5 hrs. per week. Must be able to work from Spring 26 – Fall 26 semester.
Job Summary
Each ambassador will serve as a project leader prepresenting each department, (RTM & DHN) within the interdisciplinary UK Sustanability Grant Project. Responsibilites, include planning, leading, coordinating, and executing multiple university-wide sustainability initiatives (eg., Ugly Product Pop-up Market, Lemon Tree operations, and Campus Kitchen activities). collaborating with faculty and community partners, designing marketing and educational materials, and contributing to research and outreach efforts. The position requires leadership, cross-departmental coordination, and independent decision-making skills for operating three different operations in the University beyond routine student employment duties, thereby justifying the higher pay rate.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in job duties preferred. Exceed job duties of a typical student worker role.
Deadline To Apply
12/03/2025
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 : $18