Arts & Events Program Assistant (Part-Time)

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Student: Program Assistant for Cultural Arts & Special Events in Lexington. This off-campus, part-time role supports Parks & Recreation operations, including front-desk duties, event coordination, and program support.

You must be a current UK student to apply. The position is off-campus with a local Lexington employer and not affiliated with UK. Anticipated start date 01/11/2027. Flex hours may apply to evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with computers and ability to learn department software, including RecTrac and Sling.
• Ability to handle payments, records, and confidential information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily front-desk support, including answering phones and doors, assisting visitors, processing registrations, payments, cancellations, and refunds, and providing general facility oversight and customer service.
• Assist with facility operations, including opening and closing the building, routine building checks, safety checklists, rental preparation, signage, and general organization.
• Assist with facility, program, and staff scheduling.
• Provide support for classes, camps, rentals, and programs, including data entry, participant communications, class materials, registration, scheduling, and refunds.
• Process and maintain payments, deposits, scholarships, vendor payments, and other financial records in accordance with department procedures.
• Provide support for special events, programs, rehearsals, art markets, parades, and other department activities.
• Oversee materials organization and inventory, including supplies, deliveries, purchases, making copies, laundry, costumes, organizing, and other operational needs.
• Assist with social media and communications by creating and maintaining signage, flyers, and promotional materials using tools such as Canva and other platforms.
• Provide backup support to facility and administrative staff and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multi-tasking

Communication

Computers

Tools

RecTrac

Sling

Job description

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Student: Program Assistant for Cultural Arts & Special Events in Lexington. This off-campus, part-time role supports Parks & Recreation operations, including front-desk duties, event coordination, and program support.

You must be a current UK student to apply. The position is off-campus with a local Lexington employer and not affiliated with UK. Anticipated start date 01/11/2027. Flex hours may apply to evenings, weekends, or holidays.