Administrative Program Support 1 - Korey Stringer Institute

University of Connecticut; Storrs-Mansfield (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Korey Stringer Institute (KSI) at the University of Connecticut seeks a full-time Administrative Program Support 1 to handle daily office operations, research support, event planning, and outreach. The role reports to the CEO and is based on the Storrs Campus, contributing to financial and administrative processes across the Institute.

The successful candidate will bring strong administrative skills, customer service focus, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and 2–3 years of related experience.
• Experience in a fast-paced office environment.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in higher education settings preferred.
• Experience with Concur, Huskybuy and Kuali is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main contact for KSI at its Gampel Pavilion location.
• Coordinate inquiries from central offices and manage communications.
• Provide administrative support to KSI Director and faculty.
• Maintain schedules for managers and staff; arrange travel and meetings.
• Assist CEO with drafting interdepartmental communications.
• Handle purchasing, including Pro-Card purchases, and record-keeping.
• Process marketplace orders and donor communications for Foundation funding.
• Guide undergraduate student workers, including hiring and scheduling.
• Assist with communications/marketing for KSI and programs.
• Coordinate facility maintenance and work orders for Gampel Pavilion.
• Manage lab access requests for faculty, students, and staff.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Customer service

Diversity experience

Education

Associate degree

Two to three years related experience

Tools

Concur

Huskybuy

Kuali Financial Systems

Job description

Search #: 499522
Work type: Full-time
Location: UConn Storrs
Categories: Administrative Services

JOB SUMMARY

The Korey Stringer Institute (KSI), part of the Department of Kinesiology in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, at the University of Connecticut, seeks applicants for a full-time Administrative Program Support 1.

The Administrative Program Support 1 position supports the day-to-day operations of the Korey Stringer Institute (KSI), including supporting research studies, event planning, service projects, and advocacy work. The successful candidate will perform the routine administrative functions of the office; coordinate workflow and process administrative paperwork; provide financial support to KSI; are responsible for regular communications with university offices and outside agencies to request or provide information or to clarify procedures; and perform other duties as assigned. The successful candidate must have administrative skills and the desire to contribute to the business operations of KSI, as well as be open-minded, efficient, process-oriented, organized, and customer service driven. The position will report to the CEO of the Korey Stringer Institute and will be based on the Storrs Campus.

About the Institute

The Korey Stringer Institute’s mission is to provide research, education, advocacy, and consultation to maximize performance, optimize safety and prevent catastrophic injury for the athlete, warfighter, and laborer.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the main point of contact for the Korey Stringer Institute (KSI) at its Gampel Pavilion location.
• Facilitate inquiries from central offices.
• Provide administrative support to KSI Director and faculty.
• Maintain schedules for managers, supervisors, and other personnel. Schedule meetings, conferences, and day-to-day travel for the Institute; process paperwork and reimbursements.
• Assist the CEO of KSI with drafting and disseminating interdepartmental communications.
• Responsible for purchasing, including Pro-Card purchases, and maintaining all associated records.
• Responsible for MarketPlace order fulfillment for department entrepreneurial services.
• Communicate gift receipts to donors for the Department received through Foundation funding; process RFD and transfers through the Papersave system.
• Provide guidance and support to undergraduate student workers, including the hiring process and coordinating schedules.
• Assist with communications/marketing for the KSI and its programs.
• Responsible for facility maintenance needs and issues for the Gampel Pavilion location.
• Submit work orders and supervise the work and completion of repairs or maintenance needed.
• Handle, process, and coordinate requests to access labs for faculty, students, and staff.
• Other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree and two to three years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience working in a highly demanding and fast-paced office environment.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, preferably in the medical/health field, and two years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience using software, such as Concur and Huskybuy.
• Experience using Kuali Financial Systems, or similar.
• Experience with fiscal or bookkeeping functions in the daily operations of an office or organization.
• Accounts payable experience including reconciliations and use of basic accounting principles and arithmetic.
• Experience in a higher education/university setting.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The hiring range for this position is $45,842 to $52,500. An offer of employment, if made, will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s skill and experience, as determined by the University.

For more information about benefits and other offerings available to University employees, we encourage you to review the Human Resources website and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves header at the top of the page. Under Benefits & Leaves, select Benefits to access an overview as well as additional information on topics such as paid time off, benefits, retirement, and other resources. As you explore these pages, please note that this position is covered by the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA) and look for information specifically identified for UCPEA, as provisions may vary by employee group.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, one-year, end-dated position subject to renewal depending upon funding and performance. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.

Advertised: Oct 15 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 30 2026 Eastern Daylight Time