Administrative Staff Officer III

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The Director of Operations at University of Kentucky College of Dentistry provides leadership and oversight for administrative operations, supervising up to ten program coordinators and administrative staff across academic, student, faculty, and clinical functions.

This role ensures efficient workflows and timely completion of core processes; outlines graduate and faculty program support, clinical workflows, accreditation work, onboarding, scheduling, events, travel, and other college-wide

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5–7 years of progressively responsible administrative experience.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating multiple administrative functions.
• Higher education administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead administrative operations and supervise up to ten Program Coordinators and staff.
• Coordinate administrative services across academic, student, faculty and clinical functions.
• Outline processes for graduate and faculty program support and clinical workflows.
• Oversee accreditation requirements, onboarding, scheduling, events, and travel.

Skills

Microsoft Office

EPIC

SAP

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

EPIC

SAP

Job description

Department Name 7A050: DENTISTRY - BUSINESS & SUPPORT SERVICES

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 47

Salary Range

Salary Range $58,302-96,179/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time, lifting objects up to 25lbs,

Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Job Summary

The Director of Operations provides leadership and oversight for the College of Dentistry administrative operations, supervising up to ten Program Coordinators and Administrative Support Associates coordinating administrative services across academic, student, faculty, and clinical functions.

This role ensures effective workflows, timely completion of critical processes, and consistent administrative practices across the College. Responsibilities include outlining processes for graduate and faculty program support, clinical processes, accreditation requirements, on-boarding, scheduling, events, travel, and other College-specific administrative functions.

The Director works closely with college leadership, department chairs, division chiefs, faculty, staff, and University partners to improve operational efficiency, accountability, communication, and service delivery

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Microsoft Office, SAP , EPIC

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree with 5–7 years of progressively responsible administrative experience, preferably in higher education, including experience supervising staff and coordinating multiple administrative functions.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/26/2026

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.

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• * Describe your supervisory experience. Include the number of employees whom you have supervised and the level of supervision you provided (i.e. hiring, discipline, training, delegation, performance management, etc.).

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