Administrative Staff Officer I/UKHC

Lonestar State College; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Administrative Staff Officer I in Lexington, KY to manage and oversee financial expenditures for the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery.

The role includes processing travel, purchases, memberships, and research-related expenditures, with supervision duties and regular reporting to ensure compliance with UK and departmental policies.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent required.
• 1 year of related experience required.
• Familiarity with university regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, process, oversee, and ensure compliance with all financial expenditures for the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery.
• Coordinate financial activities for personal development, travel, purchases, memberships, events, and research conduct.
• Supervise and mentor team members; provide regular reporting on accounts and expenditures.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Concur

SAP

University regulations

Education

BA

Job description

Job Title

Administrative Staff Officer I/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE56243

Working Title

Department Name

MG350: Neurology

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

09

Salary Range

$43,680-71,323/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

This position will require the use of computer systems, repetitive motion, and the ability to move about the office as necessary.

Shift

Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm; occasional evenings and weekends possible.

Job Summary

The Administrative Staff Officer I will work directly under the Associate Administrator to plan, process, oversee, and ensure compliance with all financial expenditures for the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery.

This role includes managing financial activities related to personal development, travel, purchases, memberships, events, and research conduct. In addition, the Administrative Staff Officer I will coordinate with external entities for event planning and travel documentation.

The position requires a thorough understanding and implementation of UK and departmental policies and procedures concerning purchase orders, buy cards, reimbursements, and expense sourcing. This position will also supervise and mentor team members, while providing regular reporting on financial accounts and expenditures to ensure accuracy and adherence to guidelines.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office, Concur, SAP, university regulations

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of related experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

11/01/2026

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.