Student: Program Support

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a part-time program support staffer for the Public Information and Engagement section (Live Green Lexington). You will assist our team with hands-on work at events, programs, and community activities, in a flexible schedule up to 25 hours per week.

The role requires weekend and evening availability, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift and transport event materials. Transportation is provided for off-site locations in Lexington.

Qualifications

• Must be a current UK student to apply.
• Part-time position up to 25 hours per week.
• Weekend and evening availability is required.
• Able to drive and operate large vehicles or willing to learn.
• Able to tow a trailer safely or willing to learn.
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication with staff; self-directed team player.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Tabling and events: evening and weekend work required.
• Load and unload event and tabling supplies.
• Maintain, clean and organize event supplies.
• Transport education and outreach trailers to events and K-12 schools.
• Assemble homeowner and apartment packets and perform related clerical work.
• Collect materials related to partner collections (e.g., campaign signs, holiday lights).
• Distribute promotional materials to partner locations.

Skills

Driver's license

Large vehicle operation

Tow a trailer

Organizational skills

Communication

Self-directed

Outdoor work

Background checks

Job description

6-25

Ability to work evenings and weekends to meet work objectives.

Job Summary

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 Public Information and Engagement section of the Department of Environmental Quality and Public Works (also known as Live Green Lexington) is seeking to hire program support to assist our team with hands‑on work to prepare for special events, programs, and participating in community events.

This is a flexible, ongoing, part‑time position. Maximum of 25 hours per week. Weekend/evening availability is required. Availability for at least two 3‑hour shifts during business hours (anytime between 7am-5pm) during the week is required as well.

Work will take place at the Phoenix Building, 101 East Vine Street and at various off‑site locations (transportation is provided).

For questions or a request for further information, please contact Brendan Campbell at [e-mail].

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Tabling and events: staff as needed/required. Evening and weekend work is required. Please see the job application for a full list of dates you will be required to work.
• Load and unload event and tabling supplies.
• Maintain, clean and organize event supplies.
• Transport education and outreach trailers to events and K‑12 schools.
• Assemble new homeowner and apartment packets (plus other similar clerical/office work)
• Collect materials related to special partner collections (e.g. campaign signs, holiday lights, etc.)
• Distribute promotional materials (posters, handbills) to partner locations

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• A valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record (no major violations)
• Comfort driving large vehicles (cargo van and pickup truck) or willingness to learn.
• Ability to tow a trailer safely (preferred) or a willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with staff.
• Self‑directed team player who gets things done.
• Ability to work outdoors and complete physically demanding tasks.
• Willingness to undergo a background check and pre‑employment screening (drug and alcohol testing)

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 08/30/2026

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 09/16/2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * 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
• * This position requires additional steps after submitting your application. You will receive an email with instructions to apply directly with a third‑party non‑UK employer. Do you understand that you must follow the instructions in that email to complete your application?
  • Yes
  • No