Smart Campus Student Coordinator

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is hiring a Smart Campus Student Coordinator. This part-time, in-person role involves coordinating Smart Campus initiatives, enhancing student engagement, and supporting events. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and strong problem-solving skills. The role requires physical capability, technological proficiency, and teamwork. The salary is $14.00/hour with varied shifts, and applications are open until 05/31/2026.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on supporting operational efficiency.
• Basic technological proficiency.
• Experience or familiarity with event coordination.

Responsibilities

• Become fully integrated with Smart Campus initiatives.
• Work closely with Smart Campus initiative leaders.
• Develop and pitch creative ideas for student engagement.
• Perform esports lounge attendant operations.
• Provide basic tech support for esports equipment.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Technological proficiency

Event coordination experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity / M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Smart Campus Student Coordinator

Location: Lexington, KY

Salary: $14.00/hour (part-time student)

Shift: Varies; 7:30 AM – 12:00 AM; Sunday through Saturday; Weekday daytime and occasional weekend availability preferred; Summer availability required, IN PERSON.

Job Summary

• Become fully integrated with Smart Campus initiatives.
• Work closely with Smart Campus initiative leaders and team members.
• Communicate and coordinate efficiently with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop an understanding of the basics of project management and event planning.
• Work on-site at events, providing support for set‑up and breakdown.
• Develop and pitch creative ideas that increase student engagement with Smart Campus initiatives, including esports events, workshops, social media content, and other interactive experiences.
• Track social media metrics, online brand presence, event attendance, and feedback using applicable tools.
• Use collected data to develop and improve future events.
• Gather feedback from events and other activations to help improve student engagement.
• Perform esports lounge attendant operations, including Guest Relations: greet and assist visitors; provide tours and front‑desk support; address questions and ensure guest safety.
• Facility Maintenance: keep key areas clean, organized, and secure; report maintenance needs; safeguard equipment.
• Technical proficiency: provide basic tech support for esports and Smart Campus equipment.
• General Duties: ensure safety and contribute ideas to grow a healthy community through each of our endeavors.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• N/A required related experience.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a focus on supporting operational efficiency.
• Basic technological proficiency.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new ideas.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience or familiarity with event coordination.
• Physical capability to lift and carry 25 pounds, stand for long periods, walk to various locations, possibly outdoors and upstairs.
• Must be available in‑person on shift schedule.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University follows federal and state laws on nondiscrimination and 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.

Application Deadline

Deadline to Apply: 05/31/2026