College Staff Officer

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 43,805 - 70,075; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a College Staff Officer to provide comprehensive administrative support for Faculty Affairs. This role manages key faculty processes, including merit evaluations and promotion cycles. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle multiple tasks while fostering effective relationships across the organization. A bachelor's degree is required, and preferred experience includes managing faculty records. This full-time position is located in Lexington, KY.

Qualifications

• Must develop strong working relationships across the organization.
• Must possess analysis and judgment.
• Experience with Faculty records management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for Faculty Affairs.
• Manage faculty processes including merit evaluation and promotion cycles.
• Support faculty grievances, appointment processes, and administrative appointments.

Skills

Ability to develop strong working relationships

Strong analysis

Judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title

College Staff Officer

Requisition Number

RE52483

Department Name

8E000:College of Arts & Sciences

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

44

Salary Range

$43,805-70,075/year

Type Of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at workstation for extended periods; lifting and/or carrying light‑weight objects; and walking across campus.

Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm; occasional evenings and weekends based on unit needs.

Job Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a College Staff Officer to support the Dean’s Office and the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Advancement. This position provides comprehensive administrative and operational support for Faculty Affairs, serving as the primary lead for key faculty processes, including the annual Faculty Merit Evaluation and Review (FMER) and promotion and tenure (P&T) cycles. The role also provides confidential senior‑level support on faculty grievances, appointments, professorships, administrative appointments, and related Faculty Affairs matters. Additional responsibilities include managing faculty processes such as sabbaticals and leaves, progress reviews, administrative appointments, distribution of effort agreements, and faculty awards, as well as supporting process improvement efforts across Faculty Advancement functions. The College Staff Officer maintains faculty records and communications, ensures compliance with university policies, and supports special projects and events for the Dean’s Office. The position ensures consistent office operations by drafting correspondence, editing reports, coordinating meetings and travel, and serving as a liaison with faculty, college leadership, and campus partners. Success in this role requires strong organizational and communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple complex priorities while fostering effective working relationships across the university.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to develop strong working relationships with individuals across the organization to include advising, communication, and regulatory compliance. Must possess strong analysis and judgement.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Experience with Faculty records management

Deadline To Apply

01/14/2026

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