Administrative Support Associate I - Dept Chair Assistant

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Department Chair. You will set up meetings, manage correspondence, and handle a range of administrative duties including promotions, merit processes for faculty and staff, and budget-related tasks.

This role requires proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and related office software, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. Monday–Friday, 8:00–5:00 on-site in Lexington, KY.

Qualifications

• Administrative support experience, preferably in an academic setting.
• Proficient in MS Windows and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with administrative tasks such as budget work and preparing proposals.

Responsibilities

• Set up and coordinate meetings for the Department Chair.
• Process correspondence and handle general administrative duties.
• Assist with promotions, merit reviews for faculty and staff, budget work, and project proposals.

Skills

MS Windows

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Tools

WordPerfect

HRS system

Pegasus

Job description

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Department Chair. You will set up meetings, manage correspondence, and handle a range of administrative duties including promotions, merit processes for faculty and staff, and budget-related tasks.

This role requires proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and related office software, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. Monday–Friday, 8:00–5:00 on-site in Lexington, KY.