FWS Fall 2026, LGBTQ Resources Student Ambassador

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Fall 2026 LGBTQ Resources Student Ambassador. The position is part-time under the Federal Work-Study program, located at Gatton Student Center A250 in Lexington, KY.

The role emphasizes excellent verbal and written communication, event planning, and program development to support LGBTQ resources for students. Responsibilities include serving as the office’s first point of contact, tabling at events, and assisting with marketing and library tasks using

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Program development and event planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as students’ first contact with the office and assist at on- and off-campus events.
• Support and implement engaging office programs and events.
• Perform desk and clerical duties: greet guests, answer phones, and keep space organized.
• Provide peer support to students using the center.
• Create marketing materials and maintain the office library using Librarika.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Critical thinking

Event planning

Tools

Librarika

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Details

| Job Title | FWS Fall 2026, LGBTQ Resources Student Ambassador |
| Requisition Number | DU15192 |
| Department Name | 1B531:Federal Work Study |
| Work Location | Gatton Student Center A250 Lexington, KY, 40506 |
| Salary Range | $12.00 |
| Type of Position | Student |
| Position Time Status | Part-Time |
| Required Education | Students must maintain a G.P.A of 2.5 while holding this position. |
| Required Related Experience | N/A |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | N/A |
| Shift | We are looking for staff support coverage with specific availability for the Fall semester: Wednesday from 11am-3pm Thursday from Noon-1pm * Friday from 11am-1pm

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| Job Summary | Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Critical thinking and decisions-making skills. Program development. Event planning Responsibilities of student ambassadors include but are not limited to: Serving as students’ first point of contact with our office, as well as office representatives at on- and off-campus tabling, programs, and recruitment events. Supporting and implementing meaningful and engaging office programs and events. Desk and clerical responsibilities, including: welcoming and directing guests, answering phone calls, working with office technology, and maintaining a clean and organized space. Offering peer support to students utilizing the center. Creating marketing and promotional materials. Maintaining and organizing our office’s personal library, the Lesch Lending Library, using Librarika software.

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| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Critical thinking and decision-making skills Program development. Event planning. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | N/A |
| Deadline to Apply | 11/16/2026 |
| 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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