STEPS Program Coordinator

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a part-time STEPS Program Coordinator to provide administrative and student engagement support within the Lewis Honors College Honors Pathway Programs. The role coordinates leadership initiatives, co-curricular activities, admissions processes, and program assessment to foster student success.

The position emphasizes collaboration with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and campus partners, ensuring high-quality educational experiences and effective daily

Qualifications

• Requires strong background in higher education environments.
• Experience in student affairs or program coordination preferred.
• Experience with admissions processes and program assessment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate student leadership initiatives and co-curricular programming.
• Manage admissions processes and program assessment for pathways.
• Ensure day-to-day operation of pathway activities and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Higher education

Student affairs

Program coordination

Event planning

Project management

Multitasking

Communication

MS Office / Office 365

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Databases / SIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

STEPS Program Coordinator

Requisition Number

TE09517

Department Name

8F040:B&E Undergraduate Center

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$20.00 per hour

Type of Position

Temporary

Position Time Status

Part-Time

Required Education

Bachelor’s

Required Related Experience

Two (2) years of related experience in higher education, student affairs, program coordination, event planning, project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Long Periods of Sitting, Ability to communicate effectively across all platforms

Shift

Days, some nights/weekends as needed

Job Summary

The STEPS Program Coordinator provides administrative, operational, and student engagement support for the Lewis Honors College Honors Pathway Programs. This position is responsible for coordinating student leadership initiatives, co-curricular programming, admissions processes, and program assessment while ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of pathway activities. The coordinator works closely with students, faculty, staff, alumni, and campus partners to deliver high-quality educational experiences that support leadership development, professional growth, and student success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Higher education, student affairs, program coordination, event planning, project management, coordinating multiple projects and events simultaneously, communication, Microsoft Office Suite and database or student information systems.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

• Two (2) or more years of related experience in higher education, student affairs, program coordination, event planning, project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and events simultaneously.
• Experience working with students, faculty, staff, or community partners.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and database or student information systems.

Deadline to Apply

10/08/2026

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.