STEPS Administrative Assistant

Posting Details Job Title STEPS Administrative Assistant Requisition Number TE09412 Department Name 3J541:Compensation Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12.00-$15.00/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education Required Related Experience Required License/Registration/Certification Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, and pull objects up to 25lbs, sitting or standing for long periods of time, and repetitive motion. Shift ork Shift Monday – Friday; 8:00 am-5:00 pm Expected # of Hours Per Week 40 Job Summary The STEPS Administrative Assistant will provide flexible support to the Compensation PAR Processing team and Employee Records team within the Human Resources department. The primary responsibility of this role is to manage a shared email inbox, combine and organize received documents, and upload documents into the employee records system. Additional duties may include, but are not limited to: Alphabetizing and filing documentsPreparing and scanning materials for digital recordsRetrieving employee record information as neededAssisting with the No For Rehire processSupporting Verifications of Employment ( VOE ) The STEPS Administrative Assistant may also assist with general office tasks such as: Compiling informational packetsSending faxesMaking copiesOther administrative support duties as assigned This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience at the University of Kentucky, especially for those interested in a career in Human Resources. It’s a great way to build competitive skills and get your foot in the door! Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Demonstrated ability to: Handle confidential informationFollow instructions accuratelyWork independently with minimal supervision. Prior experience in office support, data entry, or document management is preferred, but not required. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 09/11/2026 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.