Student: Program Assistant, Cultural Arts & Special Events, Lexington Parks & Recreation

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Student: Program Assistant for Cultural Arts & Special Events in Lexington. This off-campus, part-time role supports Parks & Recreation operations, including front-desk duties, event coordination, and program support.

You must be a current UK student to apply. The position is off-campus with a local Lexington employer and not affiliated with UK. Anticipated start date 01/11/2027. Flex hours may apply to evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with computers and ability to learn department software, including RecTrac and Sling.
• Ability to handle payments, records, and confidential information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily front-desk support, including answering phones and doors, assisting visitors, processing registrations, payments, cancellations, and refunds, and providing general facility oversight and customer service.
• Assist with facility operations, including opening and closing the building, routine building checks, safety checklists, rental preparation, signage, and general organization.
• Assist with facility, program, and staff scheduling.
• Provide support for classes, camps, rentals, and programs, including data entry, participant communications, class materials, registration, scheduling, and refunds.
• Process and maintain payments, deposits, scholarships, vendor payments, and other financial records in accordance with department procedures.
• Provide support for special events, programs, rehearsals, art markets, parades, and other department activities.
• Oversee materials organization and inventory, including supplies, deliveries, purchases, making copies, laundry, costumes, organizing, and other operational needs.
• Assist with social media and communications by creating and maintaining signage, flyers, and promotional materials using tools such as Canva and other platforms.
• Provide backup support to facility and administrative staff and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multi-tasking

Communication

Computers

Tools

RecTrac

Sling

Job description

Student: Program Assistant, Cultural Arts & Special Events, Lexington Parks & Recreation

Job Title Student: Program Assistant, Cultural Arts & Special Events, Lexington Parks & Recreation

Requisition Number

Requisition Number SE04516

Department Name

Department Name 3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus

On Campus/Off Campus Off Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range Starting Pay is $16.56/hr

Type of Position

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

A background in events, arts, or customer service is helpful, but not required.

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You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

The Program Assistant provides front-desk, facility, program, financial, and event support for Parks & Recreation operations. This position works directly with program management on the coordination and delivery of services. This position serves as a front-line point of contact for visitors, participants, staff, rental clients, instructors, and vendors while helping ensure the facilities, programs, and events operate efficiently and professionally.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide daily front-desk support, including answering phones and doors, assisting visitors, processing registrations, payments, cancellations, and refunds, and providing general facility oversight and customer service.
• Assist with facility operations, including opening and closing the building, routine building checks, safety checklists, rental preparation, signage, and general organization.
• Assist with facility, program, and staff scheduling.
• Provide support for classes, camps, rentals, and programs, including data entry, participant communications, class materials, registration, scheduling, and refunds.
• Process and maintain payments, deposits, scholarships, vendor payments, and other financial records in accordance with department procedures.
• Provide support for special events, programs, rehearsals, art markets, parades, and other department activities.
• Oversee materials organization and inventory, including supplies, deliveries, purchases, making copies, laundry, costumes, organizing, and other operational needs.
• Assist with social media and communications by creating and maintaining signage, flyers, and promotional materials using tools such as Canva and other platforms.
• Provide backup support to facility and administrative staff and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with computers and ability to learn department software, including RecTrac and Sling.
• Ability to handle payments, records, and confidential information accurately.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ages 22 and over

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/26/2026

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.

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 01/11/2027

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This position is located off campus and is not associated with the University of Kentucky. Are you eligible to work an off campus job?
  • Yes
  • No
• * You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?
  • Yes
  • No