STEPS First Year Student Navigator

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a STEPS First Year Student Navigator to help students navigate the university and connect with the right resources at the right time. This is a temporary position designed to provide proactive outreach, individualized guidance, and timely referrals to support student persistence and progress toward educational goals.

The role emphasizes helping students overcome barriers and stay engaged within the identified cohort, with a focus on leveraging campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in navigating the university and connecting with resources.
• Provide proactive outreach, individualized guidance, and timely referrals to support persistence and progress within the cohort.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

STEPS First Year Student Navigator

Posting Details

• Job Title | STEPS First Year Student Navigator
• Requisition Number | TE09498
• Department Name | 1B250:Ctr for Acad Res and Enrich Svcs
• Work Location | McVey Hall, Lexington, KY
• Salary Range | $20/hr
• Type of Position | Temporary
• Position Time Status | Full-Time
• Required Education | Bachelor’s degree
• Required Related Experience |
• Required License/Registration/Certification |
• Physical Requirements | Sitting/standing at workstation for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects.
• Shift | Flexible
• Job Summary | The primary objective of the STEPS Student Navigator is to help students navigate the institution and connect with the right resources at the right time.

This position provides proactive outreach, individualized guidance, and timely referrals to help students overcome barriers, remain engaged, and continue making progress toward their educational goals. The ultimate goal is to support student persistence and help retain students within the identified cohort.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply | 09/11/2026

Our University Community

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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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

1. * Please describe your experience, if any, assisting students with their educational experience (i.e. processing paperwork, answering questions, etc.)
   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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