Student Organization Advisor I

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky’s MLK Center seeks a Senior Program Specialist to help implement programs and campus-wide initiatives. Under the Director’s supervision, you will manage operations, supervise students, monitor budgets, and collaborate with campus partners to advance student success and engagement.

You will contribute to curriculum development, coordinate co-curricular activities with academic units, and advise student organizations while building partnerships across the state and

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3 years related paid work experience in student affairs or supervision.
• Preferred degree in Student Affairs or Higher Education.
• Familiarity with other languages.

Responsibilities

• Implement programs and campus-wide initiatives under supervision of the Director.
• Supervise students and resources as part of program delivery.
• Track and monitor program budgets and financials.
• Oversee event management, assessment and program delivery.
• Help develop curriculum, coordinate and present co-curricular initiatives with academic units.
• Serve as staff advisor for select student organizations.
• Collaborate with campus departments, community partners and other universities to raise awareness of programs.

Skills

MS Windows

MS Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Database

Education

Master's degree

3 years related paid work experience

Student Affairs or Higher Education

Languages familiarity

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

General sitting, walking around campus for meetings and events, performing repetitive motion tasks, effective communication, and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Shift

40 hours per week; Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends.

Job Summary

The MLK Center is seeking a Senior Program Specialist who under the supervision of the Director, will help to implement programs and campus-wide initiatives. Responsibilities include operational administration of the Martin Luther King Center to include supervising students and resources; track and monitor program budgets, serve on work teams, committees and special projects; oversee event management, assessment and programs; help to develop curriculum, coordinate, and present co-curricular initiatives in collaboration with academic units; serve as staff advisor for select student organizations; and collaborate and network with campus departments, community partners and universities and colleges in the state and region to raise awareness of programs, increase recruitment and retention. Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows, MS Office Suite, Excel, PowerPoint, data base

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Prefer master's degree with 3 years related paid work experience in student affairs or supervision. Preferred degree in Student Affairs or Higher Education. Familiarity with other languages.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/12/2026

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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