Geography Dept. Operations & Admin Associate

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, seeks a Department Manager for the Geography Department. This full-time, staff role supports daily operations and provides essential assistance to faculty, students, and leadership including Directors of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies, the Chair, and Associate Chair.

Under guidance, the Associate Department Manager helps with tasks tied to deadlines, payroll, travel, hiring, IT help, budget planning, TA/GA/RA matters, and event planning, fostering

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Excel, Access, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong multitasking and attention to detail.
• Quick learner and able to prioritize tasks.
• Good customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collection, submission, and distribution of faculty and instructor reports.
• Submit triage tickets for purchases, travel, independent contractors, student awards, hiring, technical IT help, and building space requests.
• Coordinate course scheduling.
• Collect payroll information and submit payroll reports.
• Participate in monthly budget reviews with the College Business Center.
• Support TA/GA/RA and student funding processes.
• Maintain departmental files and records.
• Plan and coordinate events.
• Attend Department Manager meetings and training opportunities.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Customer Service

Prioritization

Quick Learner

Education

AA

Tools

Excel

Access

Outlook

Word

Job description

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, seeks a Department Manager for the Geography Department. This full-time, staff role supports daily operations and provides essential assistance to faculty, students, and leadership including Directors of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies, the Chair, and Associate Chair.

Under guidance, the Associate Department Manager helps with tasks tied to deadlines, payroll, travel, hiring, IT help, budget planning, TA/GA/RA matters, and event planning, fostering